Common use of Teacher Initiated Transfer Clause in Contracts

Teacher Initiated Transfer. 1. Teachers may apply for transfer to any vacant position posted at the time it is posted, and may apply for transfer generally by request, in writing, to the Superintendent by March 31. a. Teachers wishing consideration for vacant positions which arise as a result of resignations during the summer shall so indicate, leaving a contact phone number, and shall be considered. 2. If the request for transfer is not granted the teacher shall be notified, in writing, as soon as possible and he/she shall be given reasons why the transfer was not effected. a. Some reasons may include: seniority, experience and qualifications. 3. A teacher who is not granted their request for a transfer may, within seven days of notification, request a meeting with the Superintendent to discuss the reasons given. a. The teacher may be accompanied at such a meeting by a member of the Association.

Teacher Initiated Transfer. 1. Teachers may apply for transfer to any vacant position posted at the time it is posted, and may apply for transfer generally by request, in writing, to the Superintendent by March 31. a. Teachers wishing consideration for vacant positions which arise as a result of resignations during the summer shall so indicate, leaving a contact phone number, and shall be considered. 2. If the request for transfer is not granted the teacher shall be notified, in writing, as soon as possible and he/she they shall be given reasons why the transfer was not effected. a. Some reasons may include: seniority, experience and qualifications. 3. A teacher who is not granted their request for a transfer may, within seven days of notification, request a meeting with the Superintendent to discuss the reasons given. a. The teacher may be accompanied at such a meeting by a member of the Association.