Progressive Discipline Defined. The parties embrace the concept of progressive discipline and corrective discipline for bargaining unit employees. The use of progressive discipline is intended to be corrective, not punitive. Progressive discipline is a systematic approach to correct unwanted behavior and deter its occurrence by administering disciplinary actions based upon various factors, including but not limited to: (a) the seriousness of the misconduct; (b) the number of times it has occurred; (c) prior acts of misconduct; (d) the employee’s work history; and (e) the totality of the circumstances. Toward that end, the following disciplinary process and forms of discipline shall be used for all bargaining unit members.
Progressive Discipline Defined. The parties embrace the concept of progressive and corrective discipline for employees. Progressive discipline is a systematic approach to correct unwanted behavior and deter its occurrence by administering disciplinary actions based upon various factors, including but not limited to: (a) the seriousness of the misconduct; (b) the number of times it has occurred; (c) prior acts of misconduct; (d) the attitude and cooperation of the employee; (e) the employee’s work history; and (f) the totality of the circumstances. Toward that end, the following disciplinary process and forms of discipline shall be used for appointed teachers, temporarily assigned teachers and PSRPs.
Progressive Discipline Defined. The parties adopt/embrace the concept of progressive discipline and corrective discipline for Bargaining Unit Members. The use of progressive discipline is intended to be corrective, not punitive. In all steps of the progressive discipline process, all persons involved shall treat others with dignity and respect. Progressive discipline is a systematic approach to correct unwanted behavior and deter its occurrence by administering disciplinary actions based upon the consideration of various factors, including but not limited to:
Progressive Discipline Defined. The parties embrace the concept of progressive discipline and corrective discipline for bargaining unit members employees. The use of progressive discipline is intended to be corrective, not punitive. Progressive discipline is a systematic approach to correct unwanted behavior and deter its occurrence by administering disciplinary actions based upon various factors, including but not limited to: (a) the seriousness of the misconduct; (b) the number of times it has occurred; (c) prior acts of misconduct; (d) the employee’s work history; and (e) the totality of the circumstances. Toward that end, the following disciplinary process and forms of discipline shall be used for all bargaining unit members. In issuing discipline in accordance with this Article, discipline shall generally advance from one step to the next if the bargaining unit member repeatedly engages in similar acts violating the Employer’s standards of conduct or workplace policies. Any of these steps may be skipped based upon the severity of the alleged misconduct, and in cases where a bargaining unit member engages in serious misconduct, the Employer may even dismiss the bargaining unit member provided that just cause is established.
