Compensation
Accompanist Salary 2024 — $16.50
Accompanist: 9 months/180 days, 7.5 hours per day, 2024-2025: $16.50; 2025-2026: $17.25; 2026-2027: $18.00.
Other
Adoption Leave — Up to 30 sick days per case for adoption-related activities; unpaid leave not exceeding one year with salary step advance if teaches one semester
Up to thirty (30) sick days, per case, may be used for the purposes of adopting children or placement for adoption, which can include court appearances, legal issues, travel, child visits, and bonding time.
Other
Alliance Leave — Alliance President released for equivalent of 2 days per year without loss of pay for Alliance business; additional planning hour designated; delegates to IEA Representative Assembly allowed 2 additional days
The Alliance President, as a teacher, shall be granted an additional planning hour to be designated for Alliance business. The Alliance President or designee shall be released for the equivalent of two (2) days to conduct Alliance business each year without loss of pay. Further the Alliance's two (2) delegate(s) to the IEA Representative Assembly shall be allowed two (2) days of leave in addition to those otherwise provided for in this section.
Grievance
Arbitration Binding — Final and binding arbitration available through Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service
If the Alliance is not satisfied with the disposition of the grievance at Step 2, the Alliance may submit the grievance to final and binding arbitration within twenty (20) days through Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service.
Compensation
Assistant Principal Secretary Salary 2024 — $17.50
Assistant Principals' Secretary: 10 months/200 days, 7.5 hours per day, 2024-2025: $17.50; 2025-2026: $18.25; 2026-2027: $19.00.
Other
Attendance Incentive — Employee using two or fewer sick days in school year or 12-month period receives one additional personal day or $400 incentive payment within 30 days of end of period
Any employee who utilizes two or fewer sick leave days during the preceding school year or 12-month period shall be entitled to one additional personal leave day the following year or receive an incentive payment of $400.00 to be paid within thirty (30) days of the end of the school year or twelve-month period.
Compensation
Ba Min Salary — $51,500.00
The entry-level salary including Board paid TRS and THIS contributions on behalf of teachers shall be $51,500.00 for the 2024-2025 school year.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr1 — $1.50/hour
Each full time ESP employee shall receive an increase of $1.50/hour in 2024-2025; $1.25/hour in 2025-2026; and $1.00/hour in 2026-2027. Custodial and maintenance employees will receive the increase on July 1 of each year.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr2 — Differential base for strength positions: $45,000 in 2025-2026
DIFFERENTIAL BASE: $42,500.00 in 2024-2025; $45,000 in 2025-2026; and $47,500.00 in 2026-2027.
Compensation
Base Salary Increase Yr3 — Differential base for strength positions: $47,500 in 2026-2027
DIFFERENTIAL BASE: $42,500.00 in 2024-2025; $45,000 in 2025-2026; and $47,500.00 in 2026-2027.
Leave
Bereavement Days — Bereavement leave not explicitly detailed in provided pages
Compensation
Building Check Pay — Building checks shall be paid at 1.5 times the individual's daily rate of pay for a minimum of 2 hours per occurrence
Building checks shall be paid at 1 ½ times the individual's daily rate of pay for a minimum of 2 hours per occurrence.
Compensation
Callback Minimum Pay — ESP employee called to return to work receives minimum of two (2) hours pay at one and one half times regular rate
Any ESP employee called to return to work following the completion of his/her regular shift and before the start of his/her next regular shift shall receive a minimum of two (2) hours pay at one and one half the ESP employee's regular straight time rate.
Workday
Change Of Hours Permanent — ESP employee shall be given 3 week notice before a permanent change in work shift or hours
An ESP employee shall be given a 3 week notice before a permanent change in work shift or hours is implemented.
Workday
Change Of Hours Temporary — ESP employee shall be given 48 hour notice before a temporary change in work shift or hours
Except in the case of an emergency an ESP employee shall be given a 48 hour notice before a temporary change in work shift or hours is implemented.
Other
Child Rearing Leave — Up to one year unpaid leave without pay; may continue insurance by payment of cost to Board; teacher advances one step on salary schedule if teaches one semester during year of leave
Child rearing leave shall be granted without pay on the basis of individual arrangements made between the Superintendent and the employee with the following considerations: The length of the leave shall not exceed one year. Termination of the leave shall coincide with the beginning of a semester unless the Administration finds it in the district's best interests to allow a different termination date.
Compensation
Cna Salary 2024 — $20.00
CNA: 9 months/180 days, 7.5 hours per day, 2024-2025: $20.00; 2025-2026: $20.75; 2026-2027: $21.50.
Workday
Contract Days Teacher — School calendar shall contain no more than 180 regular work days, which may include four (4) institute days
The Board shall establish a school calendar. The calendar shall contain no more than 180 regular work days, which may include four (4) institute days.
Other
Contract Posting — Within 30 days of ratification, Board shall post copy of contract on PCHS website and HR Drive
Within 30 days of ratification of this Agreement, the Board shall post a copy of the contract on the PCHS website as well as on the HR Drive.
Other
Court Appearance Salary Continuation — Employees required by summons/subpoena for court or judicial proceedings receive regular salary and benefits continuation; no loss of sick/personal leave; absence does not count against attendance incentive
Employees who are required by summons or subpoena to appear for court or other judicial proceedings, including depositions, shall receive their regular salary and continuation of benefits providing the required appearance is related to or arises out of the employee's duties and responsibilities as an employee of the District.
Workday
Custodial Maintenance Summer Hours — Custodial and maintenance staff will work a ten-hour day inclusive of 30 minute meal period and two 20 minute breaks
Custodial and maintenance staff will work a ten-hour day inclusive of a 30 minute meal period and two 20 minute breaks.
Compensation
Custodian Salary 2024 — $18.00
Custodians: 12 months/260 days, 8 hours per day (inclusive of lunch period), 2024-2025: $18.00; 2025-2026: $18.75; 2026-2027: $19.50.
Insurance
Dental Coverage — Single employee pays 10% towards Dental Plan monthly premium
Single employee pays 10% towards the monthly premium with a maximum increase not to exceed 10% annually. The premium will be calculated annually.
Other
District Issued Equipment — All teachers shall be provided a separate desk, a locking file cabinet, and a District-issued portable technology device
All teachers shall be provided a separate desk, a locking file cabinet, and a District-issued portable technology device. If a teacher is assigned to teach in more than one classroom, he/she shall have a desk and a file cabinet.
Other
Dues Deduction Authorization — Board shall deduct Alliance dues from pay with employee-executed authorization; deduction continues until revoked per authorization document; at least 10-day annual revocation window
The Board shall deduct from each employee's pay the current dues of the Alliance and other employee organizations, provided that the Board has an employee-executed authorization for continuing dues deduction. Dues deduction shall cease in accordance with the terms of the authorization document so long as such authorization document is not irrevocable for a period of more than one year and provides an annual window of at least 10 days in which dues authorization can be revoked.
Compensation
Education Credit Ba15 To Ba24 — BA+15 to BA+24 = $1500
BA+15 to BA+24 = $1500; BA+24 to MA = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ba24 To Ma — BA+24 to MA = $2100
BA+24 to MA = $2100; MA to MA+9 = $900; MA+9 to MA+15 = $1500.
Compensation
Education Credit Ba9 To Ba15 — BA+9 to BA+15 = $1500
BA+9 to BA+15=$1500; BA+15 to BA+24 = $1500; BA+24 to MA = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ba To Ba9 — BA to BA+9 = $900
BA to BA+9 =$900; BA+9 to BA+15=$1500; BA+15 to BA+24 = $1500; BA+24 to MA = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ma15 To Ma24 — MA+15 to MA+24 = $1500
MA+15 to MA+24 = $1500; MA 30+ = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ma30plus — MA 30+ = $2100
MA 30+ = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ma9 To Ma15 — MA+9 to MA+15 = $1500
MA+9 to MA+15 = $1500; MA+15 to MA+24 = $1500; MA 30+ = $2100.
Compensation
Education Credit Ma To Ma9 — MA to MA+9 = $900
MA to MA+9 = $900; MA+9 to MA+15 = $1500; MA+15 to MA+24 = $1500; MA 30+ = $2100.
Insurance
Employee Premium Share Pct — Single employee pays 5% for High Deductible Health Plan
Single employee pays 5% towards the monthly premium with a maximum increase not to exceed 10%annually. The premium will be calculated annually.
Other
Esp Discharge Board Appearance Representation — When ESP required to appear before Board concerning discharge or reduction of salary, entitled to have representative present or Alliance representative present to establish Alliance position; always advised of conduct for discipline
When an ESP employee is required to appear before the Board concerning the employee's discharge or reduction of salary, the employee shall be entitled to have a representative present and/or an Alliance representative may be present to establish the Alliance's position. In any event, ESP employees shall always be advised of the conduct for which they have been disciplined.
Other
Esp Discipline No Discharge Without Just Cause — No ESP employee shall be disciplined, discharged, or issued written reprimand without just cause; ESP entitled to Alliance representation when being disciplined
No ESP employee shall be disciplined, discharged, or issued a written reprimand without just cause. An ESP employee shall be entitled to Alliance representation when being disciplined.
Evaluation
Esp Evaluation Goal — Primary goal of ESP evaluation is to provide feedback to employees; process designed to provide candid, professional assessment; comments constructive; Administration completes accurate evaluation
The primary goal of ESP evaluation is to provide feedback to employees. The process is designed to provide a candid assessment of employee performance in a professional manner. Comments should be constructive where appropriate; however, the Administration must complete an accurate evaluation.
Other
Esp Evaluation Interview — Evaluation followed by interview and discussion with ESP; ESP signs summative form acknowledging receipt; may attach explanation if chosen
The evaluation shall be followed by an interview and discussion of the evaluation with the ESP. Prior to its inclusion in the ESP's personnel folder, the ESP shall sign the summative evaluation form acknowledging receipt. If the ESP chooses, an explanation may be attached to the evaluation form.
Other
Esp Performance Deficiencies Notice — Administration shall inform ESP employee of deficiencies in assigned work performance; for serious or repeated infractions, written notice forwarded to CFO for personnel file
The Administration shall inform an ESP employee of deficiencies in said employee's performance of assigned work. For serious or repeated infractions, the Administration shall inform the ESP employee in writing and shall forward a copy of such record to the Chief Financial Officer for placement in the employee's personal file.
Other
Esp Reduction In Force — During reduction in force, current custodial/maintenance ESP employee may be bumped into custodial position with no differential other than shift differential if qualified; only if no differential work available
During the term of this Agreement, no current custodial/maintenance ESP employee shall be terminated or offered less than forty (40) hours of work a week as a result of subcontracting, providing the ESP employee is qualified to perform the work.
Other
Esp Subcontracting Protection — No current custodial/maintenance ESP employee terminated or offered less than 40 hours work per week as result of subcontracting; differential work by bargaining unit members except rare/incidental project work
During the term of this Agreement, no current custodial/maintenance ESP employee shall be terminated or offered less than forty (40) hours of work a week as a result of subcontracting. Further, differential work shall be performed by custodial/ maintenance bargaining unit members assigned responsibility, except for the rare and incidental occurrences where it is not practical to do so, work which is of a project nature or work which is supplemental in nature.
Other
Esp Tardiness Absenteeism Discipline — Tardiness and absenteeism, including absence without notice or authorized leave, and unacceptable pattern of regular on-time attendance may result in discipline up to and including discharge
Tardiness and absenteeism, including absence without notice or authorized leave, and maintenance of an unacceptable pattern of regular, on time attendance may result in the imposition of discipline, up and including discharge.
Evaluation
Evaluation Cycle Years — Non-tenured teachers evaluated each school year; tenured teachers once every three school years
Non-tenured teachers will usually be evaluated each school year and tenured teachers once (1) every three school years unless additional evaluations are, for legitimate educational reasons, deemed desirable by the Administration.
Evaluation
Evaluation Feedback Goal — Primary focus of teacher evaluation is to improve instruction; process continuous, constructive, designed to encourage productive dialogue and professional growth
The primary focus of teacher evaluation is to improve instruction. Teacher evaluation requires teachers to meet established performance expectations. This process must be continuous and constructive, and must take place in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. The process is designed to encourage productive dialogue between staff and supervisors and to promote professional growth and development.
Other
Floating Personal Day 11 Years — At start of 11th year of continuous service, one additional floating personal day granted for 5-year period; unused rolls to sick time
At the start of the 11th year of continuous service to District #303, one additional floating personal day will be granted to be used during that 5 year period. If the day is not used at the end of the 5 year period, it will roll over into sick time.
Other
Floating Personal Day 16 Years — At start of 16th year and every 5 years thereafter, one additional floating personal day granted; unused rolls to sick time at end of 5-year period
At the start of the 16th year of continuous service to District #303 and every five years thereafter, one additional floating personal day will be granted that may be used in conjunction with a holiday. If the day is not used at the end of the 5 year period, it will roll over into sick time.
Grievance
Grievance Steps — Three-step grievance procedure: Informal, Superintendent, Board, with optional Arbitration
Informal Resolution. Superintendent Step 1 within thirty (30) days. Board Step 2 within fifteen (15) days after Superintendent decision. Arbitration within twenty (20) days.
Insurance
Health Single Premium — Single employee pays 10% towards PPO Health Plan monthly premium
Single employee pays 10% towards the monthly premium with a maximum increase not to exceed 10% annually. The premium will be calculated annually.
Leave
Holiday Paid Days — 17 paid holidays
The following shall be paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, President's Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Election Day, Veteran's Day, Day before Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day, Friday After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day.
Compensation
Home To School Liaison Salary 2024 — $24.00
Home to School Liaison: 9 months/180 days, 7.5 hours per day, 2024-2025: $24.00; 2025-2026: $24.75; 2026-2027: $25.50.
Insurance
Hsa Employer Contribution — Flexible Spending Account available for tax sheltering of insurance premiums and out-of-pocket expenses
The Board shall administer a flexible spending account for employees at no cost to employees. Program shall if law and applicable regulations allow incorporate tax sheltering concepts.
Workday
Instructional Minutes Day — Teacher work day from 30 minutes prior to first class until 5 minutes following last class period; normal work day shall not exceed 8 hours
The teacher work day shall be from thirty (30) minutes prior to the first regularly scheduled class period until five minutes following the last regularly scheduled class period. In no event shall the normal work day exceed eight (8) hours.
Compensation
Interpreter Salary 2024 — $23.25
Interpreter: 9 months/180 days, 7.5 hours per day, 2024-2025: $23.25; 2025-2026: $24.00; 2026-2027: $24.75.
Other
Jury Duty No Loss Pay — Employee suffers no loss of pay if summoned for jury duty except remuneration other than mileage returned to district; must return to work if released in time to complete at least half shift
An employee shall suffer no loss of pay if summoned to serve on a jury except that any remuneration for such service except mileage shall be returned to the district. An employee shall return to work if released from jury service in time to complete at least one-half (1/2) of his/her work shift/day.
Other
Just Cause Discharge Offenses — Theft, physical violence toward another (assault), possession or use of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances including marijuana
Proof of the following conduct, without limitation, is conclusively determined to constitute just cause for discharge when committed on school property: (1) Theft (2) Physical violence toward another (assault) (3) Possession or use of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances
Other
Labor Management Relations Committee — LMRC established to meet monthly to improve communications and make PCHS better place for students and staff; Alliance appoints 5 bargaining unit members; Superintendent appoints 4 administrators; one Board member generally expected to attend
The Pekin Education Alliance, IEA-NEA has established a Labor/Management Relations Committee ('LMRC') that shall meet monthly throughout the school year or when deemed necessary by both parties. The Pekin Education Alliance shall appoint five bargaining unit members to attend all LMRC meetings. The Superintendent shall appoint four administrators as administrative representatives.
Other
Leave Of Absence — Unpaid leave of absence up to two years without pay granted at Board discretion if reasonable need found; Alliance may be heard; employee may continue insurance by payment of full premium cost
An unpaid leave of absence of up to two (2) years without pay may be granted to any employee who in the judgment of the Board has reasonable need for such a leave. If the Alliance makes a timely request to be heard, Alliance viewpoints will be heard prior to final approval or disapproval.
Compensation
Maintenance Salary 2024 — $25.00
Maintenance: 12 months/260 days, 8 hours per day (inclusive of lunch period), 2024-2025: $25.00; 2025-2026: $25.75; 2026-2027: $26.50.
Other
Meetings Board Notice — Alliance president or designee given written notice of regular or special Board meetings with agenda/statement of purpose via BoardBook; notice given same time as to Board members
The president of the Alliance or his designee shall be given written notice of any regular or special meeting of the Board together with a copy of the agenda or statement of purpose of such meetings via BoardBook at the same time that this notice is given to the members of the Board
Other
Military Leave — Military leave governed by Military Leave of Absence Act and Section 10-20.7b of Illinois School Code
Military leave shall be governed by the Military Leave of Absence Act and Section10-20.7b of the Illinois School Code.