Rearing Leave. A. Child rearing leave shall be given in accordance with FMLA. If the Board grants leave beyond what is required by FMLA, not more than twenty (20) bargaining unit members at any given time during the term of this contract shall be entitled to an unpaid leave of absence for child-rearing purposes for either one-half (1/2) or all of a given school year or, in cases of leaves which commence half way through a school year, for two (2) consecutive half (1/2) years, subject to full compliance with all the following terms and conditions:
Rearing Leave. Please refer to the following current agreement: “Professional Agreement between the Flossmoor Education Association and the Board of Education, School District 161.” The Board shall grant a professional staff member’s request for a non-paid, child-rearing leave, not to exceed the balance of the school year plus one additional school year (but in no event shall such leave exceed three semesters), provided the request complies with this policy. Nothing in this section shall prohibit a professional staff member from using paid sick days as provided in this policy. A teacher should request, if possible, a child-rearing leave by notifying the Superintendent in writing no later than 90 days before the requested leave’s beginning date. The request should include the school after winter recess. Subject to the insurance carrier’s approval, the teacher may maintain insurance benefits at his or her own expense during a child-rearing leave. A professional staff member desiring to return before the leave’s expiration will be assigned to an available vacancy for which the teacher is qualified, subject to scheduling efficiency and instruction continuity. Leaves for Service in the Military Leaves for service in the U.S. Armed Services or any of its reserve components and the National Guard, as well as re-employment rights, will be granted in accordance with State and federal law. A professional staff member hired to replace one in military service does not acquire tenure. General Assembly Leave Leaves for service in the General Assembly, as well as re-employment rights, will be granted in accordance with State and federal law. A professional staff member hired to replace one in the General Assembly does not acquire tenure.
Rearing Leave. The Board shall grant a professional staff member’s request for a non-paid, child-rearing leave, not to exceed the balance of the school year plus one additional school year (but in no event shall such leave exceed 3 semesters), provided the request complies with this policy. Nothing in this section shall prohibit a professional staff member from using paid sick days as provided in this policy. A teacher must request, if possible, a child-rearing leave by notifying the Superintendent in writing no later than 90 days before the requested leave’s beginning date. The request should include the proposed leave dates. The leave shall end before a new school year begins or before the first day of school after winter recess. Subject to the insurance carrier’s approval, the teacher may maintain insurance benefits at his or her own expense during a child-rearing leave. A professional staff member desiring to return before the leave’s expiration will be assigned to an available vacancy for which the teacher is qualified, subject to scheduling efficiency and instruction continuity. Leaves for Service in the Military Leaves for service in the U.S. Armed Services or any of its reserve components and the National Guard, as well as re-employment rights, will be granted in accordance with State and federal law. A professional staff member hired to replace one in military service does not acquire tenure. General Assembly Leave Leaves for service in the General Assembly, as well as re-employment rights, will be granted in accordance with State and federal law. A professional staff member hired to replace one in the General Assembly does not acquire tenure.
Rearing Leave. (A)A teacher may apply to the Superintendent for a leave of absence without pay for child rearing purposes.
Rearing Leave. Any full-time, non-probationary employee may be entitled to maternity/child rearing leave without pay or other benefits subject to the general conditions of 2 below. The employee and the Superintendent or designee shall determine the effective dates of the leave. An employee not eligible for or not desiring maternity leave may utilize accumulated sick leave during any period of medical disability related to her pregnancy and/or to the delivery of the child. If such employee shall have exhausted accumulated sick leave, she may be granted a leave of absence without pay or other benefits during such period of disability subject to Section B below.
Rearing Leave. Eligibility All teachers All teachers employed at least one year Teachers with at least one year of continuous employment Maximum Length Length of Illinois or until permitted to return to work or until sick leave is exhausted May be used in addition to or concurrently with FMLA. 12 Weeks During Any 12- month Rolling Period May be used in addition to or concurrently with sick leave. Not to exceed the remainder of school year plus one additional school year (but in no event shall the leave exceed three semesters) Application Date As soon as need for sick leave is known Foreseeable: As soon as need for leave is known – notice is required no later than 60 days prior to date leave is to begin Unforeseeable: As soon as practical after leave begins If possible, the leave request shall be given in writing to the Superintendent no later than 90 days before the requested leave’s beginning date. The teacher shall include the proposed leave dates Return to Work When sick leave exhausted or need for leave is removed Notify district in writing of intent to return 30 days prior to end of leave The leave shall end before a new school year begins or before the first day of school after winter recess A teacher desiring to return before the leave’s expiration will be assigned to an available vacancy for which the teacher is qualified, subject to scheduling efficiency and instruction continuity Insurance Premiums paid as though teacher was working Premiums paid as though teacher was working Subject to the insurance carrier’s approval, a teacher may maintain insurance benefits at his/her own expense during the leave Salary Paid Paid if teacher elects to use sick leave available and leave would qualify for use of sick leave Otherwise, unpaid The leave shall be unpaid; however, a teacher may use paid sick days as provided in this policy Introduction to Memoranda and Letters of Understanding
Rearing Leave. In addition to temporary disability leave, a 6 teacher, at her option, shall be granted a leave of absence without pay, not to 7 exceed six semesters, commencing at any time during pregnancy.
Rearing Leave. In conjunction with a birth or adoption, a unit member will be entitled to an unpaid leave of absence for up to one (1) year.
Rearing Leave. Maternity/paternity/child rearing leave shall be granted without pay to tenured teachers who apply therefore in full compliance with the following:
