Other
Absence Reporting Time — Intended absence must be reported no later than 6:00 a.m. on day of absence
Teachers must report their intended absence as soon as possible in advance to allow the District sufficient time to make arrangements, if necessary, to obtain coverage for the teacher's absence. Except for emergency circumstances beyond the Teacher's control, an intended absence must be reported no later than 6:00 a.m. on the day of the absence.
Compensation
Additional Compensation — Additional compensation added to gross salary and paid in equal installments as part of regular paycheck; subject to withholding of taxes and IMRF contribution
The additional compensation shall be added to the employee's gross salary and paid in equal installments as part of his/her regular paycheck. Any amounts paid to the employee under this section shall be subject to usual and customary withholding of taxes, IMRF contribution (if required), and any other withholdings required by law.
Other
Agreement Posting Requirement — Administration shall post copies of Agreement available electronically via District website in searchable format to Union as soon as practicable after execution
The administration shall post copies of this Agreement available electronically, via the District website, in a searchable format to the Union as soon as practicable after its execution.
Other
Agreement Term End — June 30, 2029
This Agreement shall be effective from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029.
Other
Agreement Term Start — July 1, 2024
This Agreement shall be effective from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029.
Grievance
Arbitration Binding — Binding arbitration through American Arbitration Association or Federal Mediation and Conciliation Services; fees split equally between Board and Union
UNION may submit grievance to binding arbitration within twenty-five (25) teacher attendance days after receipt of Board's decision at fourth stage, by requesting arbitrator from American Arbitration Association.
Other
Assault Notification — Principal notifies Superintendent and law enforcement if employee assaulted/battered
In any case in which a Principal has been notified that an employee has been assaulted and/or battered in the course of his/her employment, the Principal shall promptly notify the Superintendent of the incident. Upon notification, the Superintendent shall immediately notify the proper local law enforcement agency/agencies if it is determined to be warranted.
Other
Assault Vandalism Notification — Principal notifies Superintendent and law enforcement of assaults; parent notification required
In any case in which a Principal has been notified that an employee has been assaulted and/or battered in the course of his/her employment, the Principal shall promptly notify the Superintendent of the incident. Upon notification, the Superintendent shall immediately notify the proper local law enforcement agency.
Other
Automatic Renewal — Agreement automatically renewed for succeeding school year upon reaching stated expiration date, unless either party notifies other by letter not earlier than January 15, but before April 30. Preliminary negotiations begin within 30 days and proposals exchanged.
This agreement shall be automatically renewed for the succeeding school year upon reaching the stated expiration date of this Agreement, unless either party notifies the other by letter, not earlier than January 15th, but before April 30th.
Other
Automobile Damage Assistance — School staff and administration assist in apprehending individual and collecting damage costs
When damage has been caused to an employee's private automobile by a pupil or employee of District 99 during the course of an employee's work day, the school staff and Administration will assist in apprehending the individual and in collecting the cost of such damage.
Compensation
Automobile Reimbursement Afterhours — Reimbursed at quoted rate after approval by Superintendent or designee for after-school hours automobile use
When an employee uses his/her automobile for School District purposes after regular school hours or on a day when school is not in session, he/she shall likewise be reimbursed at the rate hereinabove quoted provided prior approval has been authorized by the Superintendent or his/her designee
Compensation
Automobile Reimbursement Irs Rate — Reimbursed at current I.R.S. rate for authorized school district automobile use
When an employee uses his/her automobile for School District purposes and such use first has been authorized in writing by the School Principal or the Superintendent or his/her designee, such employees shall be reimbursed at the current I.R.S. rate
Compensation
Ba Max Salary — Total annual tuition reimbursement cap for entire bargaining unit
The Board shall not pay any employee an amount in excess of three thousand five hundred dollars ($3,500) for each year of the contract thereafter so long as the total reimbursement for any school term does not exceed seventy thousand dollars ($70,000) for the entire bargaining unit.
Compensation
Ba Min Salary — Annual tuition reimbursement cap per employee per year
The Board shall not pay any employee an amount in excess of three thousand five hundred dollars ($3,500) for each year of the contract thereafter so long as the total reimbursement for any school term does not exceed seventy thousand dollars ($70,000) for the entire bargaining unit.
Compensation
Band Orchestra Stipend — Band and Orchestra
Band and Orchestra $5,750.00
Other
Bargaining Unit Scope — Full-time Program Assistants, Media Program Assistants, School Clerks, Interpreters, Nurses (RN/LPN), District-level Clerks, Computer Technicians
Cicero PSRP Council of the West Suburban Teachers Union Local 571, IFT-AFT-AFL-CIO recognizes as exclusive bargaining agent for all full-time Program Assistants in all departments; Media Program Assistants; School Clerks, Interpreters, Nurses (RN, LPN), District-level Clerks and Computer Technicians.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr1 — Tuition reimbursement rate for approved courses (percentage of cost)
Subject to the provisions of this article, the Board shall reimburse full time employees who have completed two (2) consecutive years of service, an amount equal to 75% of the tuition and/or fees paid by an employee for taking courses for the purpose of improving their skills as relating to his/her job.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr2 — 4.0% increase for 2027-2028 school year
2027-2028 4.0%
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr3 — 4% salary increase
Increase Salaries by 4%, 4%, 4%, 4% & 4% per school year
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr4 — 4.0% increase for 2029-2030 school year
2029-2030 4.0%
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr5 — 4.0% increase for 2030-2031 school year
2030-2031 4.0%
Compensation
Bench Officials Stipend — Bench Officials: Scorers/Timers – per match/game
Bench Officials: Scorers/Timers – per match/game $50.00
Leave
Bereavement Days — Special Education Program Assistant stipend for EC students (diaper changing/toileting)
Special Education Program Assistants that are permanently assigned to physically assist in diaper changing or toileting activities or activities for daily living for a student will be compensated at the rates below, to be paid in a lump sum. EC students (diaper changing or toileting): $125 per semester
Other
Board Management Rights — Board retains responsibility and authority to manage and direct all District operations. Functions, rights, powers or authority of Board not specifically limited by Agreement are retained by Board. Nothing diminishes Board's duty under Illinois Educational Labor Relations Act to negotiate mid-term changes in wages, hours, working conditions.
The Union acknowledges that the Board has the responsibility and authority to manage and direct on behalf of the public all of the operations and activities of the District to the full extent provided by law, including discretion or policy as the functions of the Board, standards of services, the Board's overall budget.
Workday
Break Duration Count — All employees working seven (7) hours or more per day shall receive two (2) fifteen-minute breaks
All employees working seven (7) hours or more per day shall receive two (2) fifteen-minute breaks.
Leave
Breaks 15minute — Employees working 7 or more hours per day receive two 15-minute breaks
All employees working seven (7) hours or more per day shall receive two (2) fifteen-minute breaks.
Other
Building Assignment Limit — The District shall not assign any teacher, other than district coaches, to more than two buildings at any one time during the school year
The District shall not assign any teacher, other than District coaches, to more than two (2) buildings at any one time during the school year.
Other
Building Event Notice — Whenever possible teachers shall be notified of planned building events deviating from regular schedule one week in advance; if not notified event shall be rescheduled with one week notice
Whenever possible teachers shall be notified of planned building events that deviate from the regular schedule one (1) week in advance of the aforementioned event. If not notified the event shall, whenever possible, be rescheduled with a week's notice.
Other
Bus Aide Position Compensation — Bus aide position posted consistent with other District positions. Compensation equals hourly program assistant pay for bus duty hours worked.
The position of bus aide is to be posted consistent with other District positions. Compensation paid will be equal to the hourly program assistant pay for the individual program assistant for bus duty hours worked.
Other
Bus Aide Sip Return — Bus Aides making a second run on SIP days shall, upon return to district, go directly to their duty-free lunch
Bus Aides who make a second run on SIP days shall, upon return to the district, go directly to their duty free lunch.
Other
Cell Phone Reimbursement — Monthly cell phone reimbursement for Head Custodians and Maintenance Employees
All Head Custodians and Maintenance Employees shall be provided a $30 per month reimbursement for use toward the employee's personal cell phone as a communication device in lieu of the District issued paper system.
Other
Chief Steward Designation — Union designates one driver as Chief Steward with up to three total stewards including Chief Steward
The Union shall designate one driver who shall serve as the Chief Steward for purpose of dealing with the District on matters relating to the interpretation and enforcement of this Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The Union may also designate drivers to serve as Stewards in the absence of the Chief Steward, so long as the total number of Steward does not exceed three (3) drivers.
Other
Class Size Maximum — BOARD endeavors to maintain class sizes not exceeding 30 pupils per class
The BOARD agrees to endeavor to maintain class sizes not to exceed thirty (30) pupils per class based upon present enrollment, building facilities and projected enrollment increases.
Other
Class Size Overage Pay — One dollar per student per period per day for classes exceeding 30 students
Class sizes may in some instances have to exceed the number specified in Article V., Section M.1. In lieu of the additional planning periods provided by the contract, the BOARD agrees to pay a teacher(s), whose class exceeds thirty (30) students or exceeds the SPED guidelines established by the State, one dollar ($1.00) per student per period per day.
Workday
Clerk Extra Weeks — 10 month School Clerks, 10 month District-level Clerks and Interpreters work an additional 3 weeks before start of school year and 1 week after
10 month School Clerks, 10 month District-level Clerks and Interpreters shall work an additional three (3) weeks before the start of the school year and one (1) week after the last day of school.
Workday
Clerk Work Hours Start End — Elementary School Clerks, District-level Clerks, Interpreters and Computer Technicians shall work Monday–Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Elementary School Clerks, District-level Clerks, Interpreters and Computer Technicians shall work Monday – Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Compensation
Coaching Stipend — Coaching (per sport)
Coaching (per sport) $2,875.00
Workday
Computer Technician Hours — Computer Technicians: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
Computer Technicians: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.
Other
Computer Technician Uniform Shirts — Five (5) uniform shirts furnished upon hiring; additional shirts at employee's expense
Computer Technicians shall be furnished with five (5) uniform shirts upon hiring. Additional shirts can be purchased at the employee's expense.
Compensation
Consulting Teacher Hourly — Consulting Teacher – Per sixty (60) minutes; prorated
Consulting Teacher – Per sixty (60) minutes; prorated $52.00
Other
Continuous Service Breaks — Continuous service is broken by: voluntary quitting or resignation; discharge for proper cause; failure to return from leave/recall after 10+ work days notice; retirement
Continuous service is broken only by one of the following: Voluntary quitting or resignation. Discharge for proper cause. Failure to return to work at expiration of approved leave or recall to work after layoff when notice of 10 or more work days.
Leave
Continuous Service Broken By — Continuous service broken only by: voluntary quitting/resignation, discharge for proper cause, failure to return from approved leave/layoff, or retirement
Continuous service is broken only by one of the following: a. Voluntary quitting or resignation b. Discharge for proper cause c. Failure of the employee to return to work at the expiration date of an approved leave of absence or recall to work after a layoff d. Retirement
Other
Continuous Service Not Broken — Continuous service is not broken during approved leave-of-absence, layoff, or disability
Continuous Service shall not be broken during an approved leave-of-absence, layoff, or disability.
Leave
Continuous Service Not Broken During — Continuous Service shall not be broken during an approved leave-of-absence, layoff, or disability
Continuous Service shall not be broken during an approved leave-of-absence, layoff, or disability.
Workday
Contract Days Teacher — Institute days scheduled 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with two 15-minute breaks
Teacher institute days shall be scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with two (2) fifteen-minute breaks. If applicable, each teacher shall be responsible for reviewing designated programming if not physically present.
Other
Contract Term — Agreement effective July 1, 2026 and terminating June 30, 2031
TERM OF AGREEMENT - This agreement is effective commencing July 1, 2026 and terminating on June 30, 2031. Dates for the first and last working day shall be determined according to Article VI(2) of this Agreement.
Workday
Daily Hours Nurses — Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses: 6 hours, 40 minutes per day, 33 hours 20 minutes per week
Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses: 6 hours, 40 minutes per day, 33 hours 20 minutes per week.
Workday
Daily Hours Program Assistants — Program Assistants: 6 hours, 30 minutes per day, 32.5 hours per week
Program Assistants: 6 hours, 30 minutes per day, 32.5 hours per week.
Other
Day Custodian Shift — 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Day Custodians shall have the following shift time: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Insurance
Dental Coverage — BC/BS Dental and Vision plans provided for all employees. HMO employees' cost borne by District. PPO employees pay on their own.
The District shall provide a BC/BS Dental and Vision plans for all employees. The cost of such plan shall be borne by the District for any teacher on either of the HMO plans. Employees on PPO with have to pay Dental/Vision on their own.
Other
Discipline Conference Notice — Except in egregious situations, employee and Union informed 48 hours in advance of disciplinary conference in writing with general details of incident
Except in egregious situations, the employee and Union shall be informed forty eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting, in writing as to the reason(s) for the conference.
Other
Discipline Notice Requirement — Forty-eight hours written notice of disciplinary meeting required except for egregious situations
Except in egregious situations (violent, abusive, or criminal activity) the employee and the Union shall be informed forty eight (48) hours in advance of the meeting.
Other
Discipline Progressive — Progressive discipline for insubordination, misconduct, incompetency, cruelty, negligence, immorality: documented verbal warning, letter of reprimand, one-day suspension, three-day suspension, suspension or termination
Except for serious offenses, Board agrees to progressive discipline. First offense: documented verbal warning. Second: letter of reprimand. Third: one-day unpaid suspension. Fourth: up to three-day suspension.
Other
Discipline Serious Offense Exception — Board may skip progressive discipline steps for serious offenses
The Board and Union agree that commission of certain serious offenses and/or multiple offenses of same or similar infractions would permit the Board to skip some or all of the steps in the progressive disciplinary process.
Other
Discipline Timeliness — No disciplinary action after twenty teacher attendance days from conduct or twenty days after administration becomes aware
In no instance shall disciplinary action be taken against an employee later than twenty (20) teacher attendance days after the conduct giving rise to the action or in the twenty (20) teacher attendance days after the time the administration becomes aware.
Leave
Discretionary Unpaid Leave Duration — Parental/child care leave of absence for up to one (1) school year in increments of nine (9) weeks per request after four (4) years of service
After four (4) years of service in District 99, an employee may be granted a parental/child care leave of absence in increments of nine (9) weeks per request.
Workday
District Clerk 10month Hours — 10 month District-level Clerk: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
10 month District-level Clerk: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.
Workday
District Clerk 12month Hours — 12 month District-level Clerk: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
12 month District-level Clerk: 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week.
Other
Dual Language Teacher Stipend — Annual stipend for dual language teachers
Dual language teachers shall receive an annual stipend of $500 to be paid as a lump sum
Leave
Duty Free Lunch — Employees working 6 or more hours per day receive duty-free lunch period of 30 minutes
All employees working six (6) hours or more per day shall receive a duty-free lunch period of thirty (30) minutes.