Termination of Unpaid Leave. Teachers are entitled to reinstatement at the expiration of the leave to the same or a similar class assignment and shall be given consideration for a similar supplement duty assignment, if any, as held prior to the leave. Seniority does not continue to accrue while on unpaid leave of absence; however, a leave of absence does not constitute a break in service. A teacher returning from any leave of absence for the reason of illness, maternity, or disability shall present verification by the teacher’s physicians of fitness to return to work. If, at the end of the maximum period of leave, the teacher does not return to work and has not been granted disability under STRS, the teacher's employment contract will be terminated. Failure to complete the terms for which leave was requested shall be grounds for termination of leave and/or contract.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
