The KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement: What You Need to Know
If you are an occasional teacher with the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPRDSB), it is important to understand the terms of the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement. This agreement outlines your rights and responsibilities as an educator, as well as the terms and conditions of your employment.
Here are some of the key provisions of the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement:
1. Salary and Hours of Work
Occasional teachers with KPRDSB are compensated on an hourly basis. The hourly rate for 2021-2022 school year ranges from $26.13 to $32.10, depending on your qualifications and experience. In addition, occasional teachers are eligible for premium pay for duties such as report card preparation, parent-teacher interviews, and field trips.
Occasional teachers are not guaranteed a minimum number of hours of work. However, the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement provides that the board will make reasonable efforts to provide occasional teachers with a minimum of two days of work per week, based on availability and qualifications.
2. Job Security
Occasional teachers with KPRDSB are not guaranteed permanent employment. However, the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement provides that occasional teachers will be given priority consideration for long-term occasional and permanent positions for which they are qualified.
3. Professional Development
Occasional teachers with KPRDSB are entitled to participate in professional development opportunities, subject to availability and approval by the board.
4. Leaves of Absence
Occasional teachers with KPRDSB are entitled to take leaves of absence for various reasons, including personal illness, family illness, and bereavement. The KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement outlines the terms and conditions of these leaves.
5. Grievance Procedure
If an occasional teacher with KPRDSB has a complaint or dispute with the board, the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement provides for a grievance procedure. This procedure involves a series of steps, including attempts at informal resolution, mediation, and arbitration.
Understanding the KPR Occasional Teachers Collective Agreement is important to ensure that you are aware of your rights and responsibilities as an educator with KPRDSB. If you have any questions or concerns about the agreement, it is recommended that you speak to a union representative or a human resources professional at the board.
