Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. The parties recognize that optimum school facilities for both student and employee are desirable to insure the high quality of education that is the goal of both the union and the employer. It is also acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach, and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed toward ensuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end.
B. Because the pupil-teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the parties agree that the class size should be lowered wherever possible to meet the following maximum standards but in no event shall it exceed the following maximum standards except in traditional large group instruction or experimental classes and where the administration meets with the Association and the affected employee (s) to explore all avenues of alleviating the excessive class size. Elementary Schools: Academic classes K-3 28 4-6 30 Secondary Schools: Academic classes 7-12 35 Typing 7-12 45 Art classes 7-12 00 Xxxxxxxxxx Xxxx 6- 8 00 Xxxxxxxxxx Xxxx 9-12 25 Vocational classes 9-12 Maximum State Requirement Physical Education 7-12 If one class in Gym (One Teacher) 45 If two classes are in Gym (Two Teachers) 70 Swimming State Guidelines Elementary Art, Physical Education and Music classes shall consist of one classroom unit per session.
C. Should it be necessary to increase the maximum class size as stated in Section B above, the teacher will be compensated an additional .02% (two hundredths of a percent) of the Master’s Maximum salary per additional student on a daily basis until such time that the class size is lowered to the maximum size. The number of overload students in any elementary grade level or secondary course shall not collectively on average exceed two (2).
D. The administration will as for volunteers to take a student overload beyond the number of two. In the event there are no volunteers, the administration may assign the overload student (s) in excess of two (2). In no event will a teacher have more than two (2) overload students in excess of the maximum class size for more than two
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. The Board and the Association recognize that optimum school facilities for both students and teachers are desirable to insure high quality of education that is the goal of both the Association and the Board. It is also acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed toward insuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end.
A. Because the pupil/teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the parties agree to recommend that the following class size should be a goal to strive for.
B. When a lower elementary class exceeds 30 students, it shall be divided and a new class formed. When an upper elementary class exceeds 32 students, it shall be divided and a new class formed. When an intermediate or secondary class exceeds 36 students, it shall be divided and a new class formed. 4 – 6 32 7 – 12 36
C. All classroom teachers must provide a three-day detailed lesson plan, which contains general plans. This plan book will be either in the teacher’s classroom or the principal’s office.
D. If the class size is exceeded by more than two students due to mid-year layoffs, the elementary teacher will be paid $7.00 per day that the class size is exceeded and secondary or elementary specials teachers will be paid $1.00 per period after the third student. Payment shall be made at the end of each marking period.
E. Teachers shall be familiar with and abide by the contents of the Student Handbook, Board Policy, Teacher’s Handbook and any other official Board publications pertaining to the procedures of the school district as long as it does not conflict with the provisions of this agreement.
F. When a teacher finds it necessary to be absent from school, he/she will contact the “Sub Service” no later than 7:00 a.m. The principal will be contacted only if the executive secretary is not available. The administrator shall be responsible for providing a substitute teacher to assume the absent teacher’s class load.
G. Upon the request of the administration, each teacher shall attend no more than one staff meeting per month. Meetings shall be scheduled one week in advance; however, a meeting may be called at any time if an emergency arises. Staff meetings shall not be longer than one hour and shall be on a teaching day, immediately following school hours or preceding school hours.
H. All teachers, unless excused by the admi...
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. The parties recognize that the availability of optimum school facilities for both student and teacher is desirable to insure the high quality of education that is the goal of both teacher and the Board. It is also acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed at insuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end.
B. Keys to the building entrance doors shall be made available to employees for the building in which they teach when such keys are requested from the building principal. The building principal has the right to regulate the use of keys of school personnel.
C. Every effort will be made to hold class sizes in split classes to thirty (30)
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. For maximum learning, class size shall not exceed the limits of existing facilities.
B. Every attempt will be made to hire Art and Music substitutes.
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. Inasmuch as the teacher-pupil classroom ratio may be an important aspect of an effective educational program, it is agreed that the following limits on class sizes represent desired objectives within financial constraints. 3-12 25 pupils Exceptions to the above ratio include classes in physical education, typing, band, vocal music, study hall, and other large group instruction. (Large group instruction could include leveled reading, math, etc.)
B. If, after November 1 first semester and February 1 second semester, the above mentioned ratios are exceeded by more than two (2) students, the affected teacher(s) shall first meet with the building principal to inform him/her of the class size problem that requires a resolution, and will invoke the relief procedure. The relief procedure may also be utilized for other class composition problems.
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. It is acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach, and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed toward insuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end.
B. Because the pupil-teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the parties agree that class size should be lowered whenever possible to meet the following goals: It is mutually ageeed that for effective teaching, class sizes should be kept small. Therefore, it is recommended twenty-five (25) elementary and thirty (30) in high school. A split/reduction shall occur at thirty-two (32) students. If a split is considered, it shall be an even split, 16 and 16, or as near as possible. If a reduction takes effect, the class under action as stated, shall be reduced to a maximum of 28 students. The reduction of another class may also be considered for a combination level classroom. No greater than 25 students shall be assigned to a combination level classroom.
C. The Board recognizes that appropriate texts, library reference facilities, maps and globes, laboratory equipment, audio-visual equipment, art supplies, athletic equipment, current periodicals, standard tests and questionnaires, and similar materials are the tools of the teaching profession. The parties will confer from time to time for the purpose of improving the selection and use of such educational tools and the Board shall take under advisement all joint decisions thereon made by its representative and the Association. The Board agrees at all times to keep the schools reasonably and properly equipped and maintained when finances permit.
D. The Board shall make available in each school, a restroom, and lavatory facilities for teacher use and at least one room which shall be reserved for use as a faculty lounge.
E. Telephone facilities shall be made available to teachers for their reasonable use. Personal toll calls shall be made at the teacher's own expense.
F. Parking facilities shall be provided for teacher use.
G. Teachers are expected to be at their duty stations on time and prepared to fulfill their contractual responsibilities.
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. It is agreed that the maximum class pupil load per teacher per day on the secondary level or departmentalized basis not exceed 180 pupils. The parties recognize that optimum school facilities for both student and teacher are desirable to insure the high quality of education that is the goal of both the Association and the Board. It is also acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed toward insuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end. Because the pupil-teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the parties agree that class size should be lowered whenever possible. Grade Recommended Kindergarten 00 0xx - 0xx Xxxxx 00 0xx - 0xx Grade 25 6th - 12th Grade 30 Because most educators feel the pupil-teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the Board will make a continuing effort to reach the recommended standards as mentioned above. (Exceptions are traditional large group instruction). Anyone who has to teach an overload can make arrangements with the Superintendent for paraprofessional. When special education students are mainstreamed into the regular classroom, every possible effort will be made to equally distribute such students to all classrooms.
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. 1. Class Size
a. Transitional Kindergarten through third grade class sizes shall not exceed twenty- four (24) students. If language in Education Code 42238.02 changes, the parties agree to meet to negotiate provisions related to class size.
b. Fourth through fifth grade class size shall not exceed thirty-one (31) students.
c. Sixth through eighth grade class size shall not exceed thirty- two (32) students, excluding physical education and electives.
d. Physical Education and middle school elective classes shall not exceed forty- five (45) students per class period unless specifically requested by teacher for specific class. Should a teacher request to increase over class size, the remedy will not apply.
2. Class size remedy
a. When the number of students above is exceeded, the unit member shall inform the site administrator in writing. In the case of unit members assigned to more than one site, the unit member shall inform the administrator of the site to which she or he is assigned for the majority of the time.
b. The site administrator shall have ten (10) instructional days to confirm the overage and adjust the number of students to the maximum class size or caseload or below. The number of Teacher Assistants (TA) is at the unit member's sole discretion and will not be included in class size total nor be removed from class as a solution to class size remedy.
c. If the overage is confirmed and continues for ten (10) consecutive instructional days, and the site administrator is not able to reduce to the maximum by the eleventh (11th) instructional day after the unit member notifies the site administrator, the unit member shall receive the overage remedy retroactive to the first day the site administrator was notified of the overages. The class size/caseload remedy shall be twenty dollars ($20) per student per day until the class size /caseload is reduced to the maximum or below.
d. If a unit member is receiving class overage remedy and is on a leave of absence for more than ten (10) days the remedy for class size overage compensation will pause for that member until they return to the classroom. The class size overage remedy will restart for that member on their first day returning to the classroom if the class size is above the exceeded number.
3. The District shall keep the schools equipped and maintained, consistent with the District guidelines available for unit members to view upon request. It is the District's responsibility to supply appropriate cla...
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. It is recognized by the Board that class size is an important aspect of an effective educational program. The Board agrees to make a conscientious effort to keep class sizes at an acceptable number as dictated by the financial conditions of the District, the building facilities available, the availability of qualified teachers and the best interest of the District as deemed administratively feasible. The Board agrees to consider the recommendation of the teacher relative to class size and class composition.
B. An elementary teacher shall not have a split class which exceeds thirty (30) students. In the event this occurs, the district will reorganize the classroom structure within ten (10) school days.
C. K-6 teachers shall receive two (2) hours of instructional aide time each day. A coordinated schedule will be created by teachers and aides at the beginning of each school year and submitted to administration for approval.
D. Under no conditions shall a teacher be required to drive a school bus as part of his/her regular assignment.
E. All classroom teachers must have or provide a plan book which contains general plans for a week in advance and detailed lesson plans for at least one (1) day in advance. In cases of unexpected emergency, detailed lesson plans will not apply. Such a plan book must be available in the building at all times while school is in session.
Class Size and Teaching Conditions. A. It is acknowledged that the primary duty and responsibility of the teacher is to teach, and that the organization of the school and the school day should be directed toward insuring that the energy of the teacher is primarily utilized to this end.
B. Because the pupil-teacher ratio is an important aspect of an effective educational program, the parties agree that class size should be lowered whenever possible to meet the following goals: It is mutually ageeed that for effective teaching, class sizes should be kept small. Therefore, it is recommended twenty-five (25) elementary and thirty (30) in high school. A split/reduction shall occur at thirty-two (32) students in elementary K-5 classrooms. If a split is considered, it shall be an even split, 16 and 16, or as near as possible. If a reduction takes effect, the class under action as stated, shall be reduced to a maximum of 28 students. The reduction of another class may also be considered for a combination level classroom. No greater than 25 students shall be assigned to a combination level classroom.
