Probationary Teacher Dismissal Clause Samples
The Probationary Teacher Dismissal clause outlines the process and conditions under which a school or educational institution may terminate the employment of a teacher who is still within their probationary period. Typically, this clause specifies the length of the probationary period, the grounds for dismissal, and any notice requirements or procedures that must be followed, such as providing written notice or an opportunity for the teacher to respond. Its core practical function is to give the institution flexibility to assess a new teacher’s suitability and performance, while also ensuring that dismissals during the probationary period are handled in a structured and fair manner.
Probationary Teacher Dismissal. Probationary teachers faced with discharge during the term of their one-hundred-ninety (190) day employment contract shall not be discharged without just cause.
Probationary Teacher Dismissal. 19.3.1 Probationary employees may be dismissed only for unsatisfactory performance determined pursuant to Article II (commencing with Section 44660) of Chapter 3, of the Education Code or for cause pursuant to Section 44932 of the Code. Any dismissal pursuant to these codes shall be in accordance with all of the following procedures:
19.3.1.1 A thirty-day written notice of dismissal shall be provided no later than March 15 of the second probationary year.
19.3.1.2 The notice shall include a statement of the reasons for the dismissal and notice of the opportunity to appeal.
19.3.1.3 In the event of a dismissal for unsatisfactory performance, a copy of the evaluation conducted pursuant to Section 44664 shall accompany the written notice.
19.3.1.4 The employee shall have fifteen (15) days from receipt of the notice of dismissal to request a hearing. Such request shall be in writing and delivered to the Superintendent’s office by 5:00 p.m. of the fifteenth day.
19.3.1.5 Upon receipt of such a written request for a hearing, the Superintendent shall submit the matter to arbitration pursuant to the arbitration provisions of this Agreement, and in accordance with Education Code Section 44948.3, meaning that the arbitration decision is advisory to the Governing Board.