Class Size Assistance and Combinations Sample Clauses
The "Class Size Assistance and Combinations" clause defines how support is provided when class sizes exceed certain thresholds and outlines the rules for combining classes. Typically, this clause specifies the maximum number of students allowed per class before additional resources, such as teaching assistants or extra funding, are allocated. It may also detail under what circumstances classes can be merged or split to maintain effective learning environments. The core function of this clause is to ensure manageable class sizes, thereby supporting quality education and addressing issues that arise from overcrowded classrooms.
Class Size Assistance and Combinations. A. Exceptions in class size averages for special variations in curriculum, instructional methods, and staff organization will be allowed provided they are requested by the building staff and administration and are approved by the Department of Learning and Teaching.
B. When paraeducator assistance is provided, the District shall assign a paraeducator to the classroom in an expeditious manner, teacher aide assistance shall remain in the individual classroom for five (5) days after the class size has returned to the above ratio.
C. When paraeducator assistance is provided for overload relief, the Employee receiving such assistance, the affected specialist(s), and the principal may request what portion of the day is to be worked by the paraeducator. When the Employee’s conference and planning time falls within the para’s work schedule, the aide will remain with the students during the instruction provided by the specialist(s) and give assistance to the specialist(s). If the parties are unable to reach consensus, the decision of the Employee and principal will prevail.
D. Any special education student who has a full-time para, or who has assigned para time, for specific instructional purposes will not be placed in those specific instructional settings without an aide.
E. Employees assigned to two (2) or more buildings shall be scheduled in such a manner that they will not be required to use the 30-minute lunch period time for necessary travel time between buildings. Mileage allowance shall be provided for travel between the work locations pursuant to this Contract.
F. Combination or split grades shall be organized with careful attention to both the size of the class, curriculum support, and the class student composition; remedies listed above in Section 9.7.1 shall occur when combination or split class exceeds ratio (The lower target should be used for splits). If a teacher believes additional support is needed, the process in Section 9.7.3.10.B may be utilized.
Class Size Assistance and Combinations. Clause 9.