Other
Affiliated Organizations — AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, and the Central Trades and Labor Union
It shall maintain affiliation with the AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, the ILLINOIS FEDERATION OF TEACHERS, and the Central Trades and Labor Union.
Other
Agreement Effective Date — Effective upon signature, remains in effect through day prior to first day of scheduled school for 2024-25 school year
This agreement shall not be retroactive but shall become effective upon the signature of the parties identified below and shall remain in effect for the duration of the current collective bargaining agreement, which expires the day prior to the first day of scheduled school for the 2024-25 school year.
Other
Amendment Approval Threshold — Proposed amendments declared adopted if affirmative votes total one-half or more of members in good standing
Returned ballots shall be counted by the Executive Council and the proposed amendment(s) declared adopted if the affirmative votes total one-half or more of the number of members in good standing.
Other
Amendment Ballot Return Deadline — Ballots shall be returned to Building Representatives and Department Stewards no later than 10 days following presentation
Ballots shall be properly marked by the individual members and returned to the Building Representatives and Department Stewards no later than ten (10) days following the presentation of said ballots.
Grievance
Arbitration Binding — Binding arbitration under AAA rules; expenses borne equally by Board and Union
The arbitrator shall follow the standard rules of the AAA and his/her decision shall be binding for all parties. Expenses for the arbitration services shall be borne equally by the Board and the Union.
Other
Assessment Star Reading — STAR will be used by all district teachers. District will select Star Reading for 2023-2024. All teachers will give the assessment.
STAR will be used by all district teachers. The district will select Star Reading for 2023-2024. All teachers will give the assessment.
Other
Athletic Duties Compensation — Remuneration for athletic duties such as chaperoning, ticket-taking and selling, will be paid at the rate of thirty ($30) dollars per event.
Remuneration for athletic duties such as chaperoning, ticket-taking and selling, will be paid at the rate of thirty ($30) dollars per event.
Other
Attendance Incentive Bonus — Attendance bonus: $300 for no sick/personal days missed; $200 for one day missed; $100 for two days missed
No sick or personal days missed - $300; One sick or personal day missed - $200; Two sick or personal days missed - $100. Paid by check no later than June paycheck.
Compensation
Ba Max Salary — Step 10 bus driver hourly rate 2023-2024
Bus Drivers 2023-2024: Step 10 $20.30 hourly
Compensation
Ba Min Salary — $24,105 (CLS ATTD PARA Step 1)
2024-25 Miscellaneous Salaries Schedule: CLS ATTD PARA Step 1
Other
Ballot Retention Period — Ballots shall be retained in permanent files through two consecutive Executive Council meetings and open for inspection by members in good standing
Ballots shall be retained in the permanent files of the CAHOKIA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS through two (2) consecutive Executive Council meetings and shall be open for inspection upon request, within said period, by any member in good standing.
Other
Bargaining Unit Classification — Maintenance Lead, Behavior Supervisor, Special Education Admin Assistant, AC/DC Admin Assistant, Assistant to Fine Arts Director, Assistant to Director of Technology, HR Training Specialist, Assistant to Curriculum Director, Social and Emotional Learning Supervisor, Digital Integration Specialist, Attendance and Parent Director, Lead Security Officer/Utility Tech, CTE Coordinator, Peace Warrior Specialist, Food Service Liaison Director, Secretary to Director of CTE, Health Records Supervisor Registration Nurse, CTE Secretary, HR Confidential Secretary
The following are the newly created positions that are the subject of this MOU: Maintenance Lead, Behavior Supervisor, Special Education Admin Assistant, AC/DC Admin Assistant, Assistant to Fine Arts Director, Assistant to Director of Technology, HR Training Specialist, Assistant to Curriculum Director, Social and Emotional Learning Supervisor, Digital Integration Specialist, Attendance and Parent Director, Lead Security Officer/Utility Tech, CTE Coordinator, Peace Warrior Specialist, Food Service Liaison Director, Secretary to Director of CTE, Health Records Supervisor Registration Nurse, CTE Secretary, HR
Other
Bargaining Unit Exclusive — Service Workers Council of the Cahokia Federation of Teachers, Local 1272, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO
The Board of Education of the Cahokia Unit School District #187, Cahokia, Illinois agrees to recognize and designate the Service Workers Council of the Cahokia Federation of Teachers, Local 1272, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO as exclusive bargaining agency.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr1 — 2.25% annual increase to base salary and salary schedules
During each year of this agreement, the base level of all salary schedules shall be increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%). This means that step 1 of each salary schedule is increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%)
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr2 — 2.25% annual increase to base salary and salary schedules
During each year of this agreement, the base level of all salary schedules shall be increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%). This means that step 1 of each salary schedule is increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%)
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr3 — 2.25% annual increase to base salary and salary schedules
During each year of this agreement, the base level of all salary schedules shall be increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%). This means that step 1 of each salary schedule is increased by two-point two five percent, (2.25%)
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr4 — During 2024-25, step 1 increased by three-point five percent; each additional step increased by current step increase amount
During the 2024-25 school year of this agreement, the base level of all salaries shall be increased by three-point five percent, (3.5%). This means that step 1 of each salary schedule is increased by three-point five percent, and then each additional step shall be increased by the current step increase amount as contained in each salary schedule.
Leave
Bereavement Days — Sick leave is defined as personal illness, quarantine at home or serious illness or death in the immediate family or household
Sick leave shall be interpreted to mean personal illness, quarantine at home or serious illness or death in the immediate family or household.
Other
Building Representative Election Timeline — Election of Building Representatives shall be by secret ballot by December 7 of an election year, overseen by two independent observers
The election of Building Representatives shall be by secret ballot conducted at the same time as the election of officers and overseen by two (2) independent observers by December 7 of an election year.
Other
Class Coverage Substitution — Certified teachers reimbursed $15 for 30 minutes or less coverage
When a substitute teacher is not available, certified teachers shall be assigned to cover teacher absences and be reimbursed at a rate of fifteen dollars ($15.00) for thirty (30) minutes or less.
Other
Class Size 4th 6th — Maximum of 27 students for 4th Grade – 6th Grade
4th Grade – 6th Grade Maximum of 27 students
Other
Class Size 7th 12th — Maximum of 30 students for 7th Grade – 12th Grade
7th Grade – 12th Grade Maximum of 30 students
Other
Class Size Kindergarten 3rd — Maximum of 25 students for Kindergarten Readiness – 3rd Grader
Kindergarten Readiness – 3rd Grader Maximum of 25 students
Other
Class Size Physical Education — Maximum of 40 students for Physical Education Classes
Physical Education Classes Maximum of 40 students
Compensation
Clothing Uniform Allowance — Up to $200 per year allowance for clothing/uniforms for maintenance/utility and security
The School District shall provide an allowance not to exceed $200 per year for clothing/uniforms for each employee in the maintenance/utility and security departments.
Other
Coaching Position Assignment Deadline — Coaching assignments for the fall and winter sports shall be made forty-five (45) calendar days prior to the closing of the school year in session.
Coaching assignments for the fall and winter sports shall be made forty-five (45) calendar days prior to the closing of the school year in session.
Other
Committee Notice Period — Notice of the establishment of a committee shall be posted in the Teachers' Lounges and offices of all buildings at least seven (7) days prior to the date of selection
Notice of the establishment of a committee shall be posted in the Teachers' Lounges and offices of all buildings at least seven (7) days prior to the date of selection
Other
Contingent Funding — ESSER III funding contingency
The Parties acknowledge that the items contained in this MOU are contingent upon the District being approved for and receiving funding under the Elementary and Secondary Emergency Relief Fund III.
Workday
Contract Days Teacher — Hall monitors work day is eight hours for full time position
The work day for hall monitors shall be eight (8) hours for full time position.
Compensation
Current Pay Preservation — Current pay maintained regardless of salary schedule placement
The Parties agree that those individuals that currently hold the positions addressed herein shall maintain their current pay regardless of whether the current pay is greater than or is less than the pay of the salary schedule into which these positions will be placed pursuant to the terms of this MOU.
Insurance
Dental Coverage — Board pays 50% of dental plan premium; employee pays difference
The Board of Education agrees to pay the full dental insurance premiums for the group dental plan. The Board will pay 50% of the premium cost for the group dental plan for dependents.
Other
Department Chairperson Stipend — Department chairpersons shall be paid a base stipend of $400 plus $25 for each teacher in the department, exclusive of the department chairperson.
Department chairpersons shall be paid a base stipend of $400 plus $25 for each teacher in the department, exclusive of the department chairperson.
Other
Detention Supervision Pay — Certified staff paid $25 for after school detention and breakfast supervision
Remuneration for after school detention and breakfast supervision will be paid at the rate of twenty-five dollars ($25) for certified staff.
Other
Discipline Progressive Steps — Five-step progressive discipline: written notice, 3 days off, 5 days off, 10 days off, termination
First warning (written notice), Second warning (3 days off without pay), Third warning (5 days off without pay), Fourth warning (10 days off without pay), Fifth warning (termination).
Other
Drug Testing Policy — Random drug testing with specific alcohol concentration limits and progressive discipline
Random drug/alcohol testing. First hour sample: <.02% alcohol. After first hour: <.01%. After second hour: alcohol-free. Failure results in EAP enrollment and 10-day suspension.
Compensation
Dues Local Percent — local dues not exceeding 0.5% of Base Salary
Dues will consist of a) local dues (not exceeding .5% of Base Salary) b) mandated state and national affiliation fees c) insurance premiums.
Other
Election Secret Ballot — Vote for contract acceptance shall be by secret ballot at a designated location after voter signature
Vote for contract acceptance shall be by secret ballot at a designated location after voter signature.
Evaluation
Evaluation Cycle Years — No part of the grant process shall be used for teacher formal evaluations or summative ratings
No part of the grant process shall be used for teacher formal evaluations or summative ratings. Not meeting grant thresholds shall only be used in determining compensation for TSL grant and continuing participation in the program.
Other
Exempt Positions — Maintenance Lead, Behavior Supervisor, HR Training Specialist, Social and Emotional Learning Supervisor, Digital Integration Specialist, Attendance and Parent Director, Food Service Liaison Director, CTE Coordinator, HR Confidential Secretary
It is agreed between the Parties that the following positions are exempt positions: Maintenance Lead, Behavior Supervisor, HR Training Specialist, Social and Emotional Learning Supervisor, Digital Integration Specialist, Attendance and Parent Director, Food Service Liaison Director, CTE Coordinator, and HR Confidential Secretary.
Workday
Extended School Day Minutes — Extended school day comprises 20 minutes total
For the 2024-25 school term, the school day for employees of the District shall be extended by a period of twenty (20) minutes. The twenty (20) minutes shall be comprised of the following: (a) employees are required to arrive at work ten (10) minutes prior to the start of the students' school day; and (b) employees are not released from work until ten (10) minutes following the end of the students' school day.
Grievance
Grievance Fair Share Appeal — Agency fees (Fair Share) members can appeal yearly assessment first to Finance Committee, then to Executive Council
Agency fees (Fair Share) members can appeal their yearly assessment a) first to the Finance Committee b) second to the Executive Council
Grievance
Grievance Steps — Four-step grievance procedure: Informal Conference, Step One (Principal), Step Two (Superintendent), Step Three (Board), Step Four (Arbitration)
Procedure for Adjustment of Grievance: Informal Conference, Written Grievance Step One, Step Two, Step Three, Step Four. Step Four permits binding arbitration under AAA Voluntary Labor Arbitration Rules.
Insurance
Health Family Premium — Board pays up to $3,692.00 annually for family/dependents coverage
The Board of Education agrees to pay up to and no greater than $3,692.00 annually towards the health insurance premium costs for family/dependents coverage.
Insurance
Health Single Premium — Board of Education agrees to pay up to and no greater than $7,979.00 annually towards health insurance premium cost for individual/single employee coverage
The Board of Education agrees to pay up to and no greater than $7,979.00 annually towards the health insurance premium cost for the individual/single employee coverage.
Other
Holiday Count — Legal and board-granted holidays include MLK Jr. Birthday, Presidents Day, Casmir Pulaski Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, December 24 through January 1, and other legal school holidays
The following shall be observed as legal and board-granted holidays without loss of pay: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Presidents' Day, Casmir Pulaski's Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, December 24 through January 1, Other legal school holidays.
Other
Holidays Observed — 14 legal and board-granted holidays
The following days shall be observed as legal and board-granted holidays without loss of pay: Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday, Presidents' Day, Casmir Pulaski's Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Dec. 24 through Jan 1, Other legal school holidays.
Workday
Instructional Minutes Day — High school teachers minimum 45 minutes plan period daily
High school teachers shall have a plan period each day equal to the amount of minutes taught in a class hour with a minimum plan period for each teacher of forty-five (45) minutes.
Other
Job Posting Period — All teachers are to be given the opportunity to bid on vacancies for a period of five (5) working days.
All teachers are to be given the opportunity to bid on vacancies for a period of five (5) working days.
Compensation
Ma Max Salary — $76,564
Step 25 MS salary for 2024-25 Teacher Salary Schedule
Compensation
Ma Min Salary — $46,948
Step 1 MS salary for 2024-25 Teacher Salary Schedule
Compensation
Maintenance Qualifications — Certified maintenance: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, or Auto Mechanics certification; or 30+ hours course work from accredited college/university/technical school
Employees in the maintenance department shall be classified as certified maintenance if they are certified in one or more of the following areas: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Electrical, Plumbing, Welding, or Auto Mechanics.
Other
Mileage Reimbursement — Mileage reimbursement increases by Federal Mileage Reimbursement Rate increase or $0.03 per mile, whichever is less
If the Federal Mileage Reimbursement Rate increases, the district mileage reimbursement rate will increase by the Federal Mileage Reimbursement Rate increase or $0.03 per mile, whichever is less.
Other
Mou Expiration Date — All provisions in this Memorandum of Understanding shall expire on June 30, 2025. The parties must negotiate to agreement the terms and conditions of PLCs for the 2025-2026 School Year.
All provisions in this Memorandum of Understanding shall expire on June 30, 2025. The parties must negotiate to agreement the terms and conditions of PLCs for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Compensation
New Hire Salary Schedule — New hires shall follow applicable collective bargaining unit position salary schedule upon vacancy
When the bargaining unit positions as stated in this MOU become vacant, then the salary for new hires for said positions shall be the salary schedule as provided in the applicable collective bargaining unit position.
Other
Non Precedential Agreement — Agreement is non-precedential and may not be used as basis for defense, policy, discipline, waiver, or past practice
The Parties acknowledge that this Agreement is non-precedential and may not be used as a basis for a defense, policy, discipline, waiver, or past practice.
Compensation
Off Schedule Bonus Highest Step — Stipend for employees on highest step earning $1,000+ per step increase
If the employee's respective salary schedule step is one thousand dollars, ($1,000), or greater, then the employee will receive a stipend in the amount of one thousand dollars, ($1,000).
Compensation
Off Schedule Bonus Yr1 — Stipend for other non-teaching Union employees for extended school day
All other employees within the Union that work the additional time due to the extended school day shall receive a stipend in the amount of three thousand four hundred dollars, ($3,400), per year for participation in the extended school day.
Compensation
Off Schedule Bonus Yr4 — Step 25 non-pipeline stipend; employees on highest step not participating in retirement severance receive $1,000
If the employee's respective salary schedule step is one thousand dollars, ($1,000), or greater, then the employee will receive a stipend in the amount of one thousand dollars, ($1,000).
Other
Organization Name — CAHOKIA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS Local 1272
This organization shall be known as the CAHOKIA FEDERATION OF TEACHERS Local 1272.
Other
Organizational Duties Compensation — Remuneration for organizational duties such as chaperoning, ticket-taking and selling, will be paid at the rate of thirty ($30) dollars per event.
Remuneration for organizational duties such as chaperoning, ticket-taking and selling, will be paid at the rate of thirty ($30) dollars per event.