Common use of SHORT-TERM GENERAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE Clause in Contracts

SHORT-TERM GENERAL LEAVE OF ABSENCE. (a) The Board may at its discretion grant a short-term leave of absence without pay to teachers and support staff for not more than forty-five (45) days. (b) One year of employment is required to qualify for this leave. Employees granted such leaves of absence will retain their position on the salary schedule, accumulated sick leave days and vacation service credit. (c) This leave shall not be used for the purpose of seeking other employment or working elsewhere. (d) Failure to comply with the established conditions or failure to return upon completion of the leave shall constitute grounds for termination of employment. (e) This leave is renewable at the discretion of the Board. (f) Insurance will be maintained at the employee’s expense for the full cost of the insurance as long as the employee’s total number of days on leave does not exceed 365 days.