NABCOT New Member Presentation - Agenda and Union Details
The NABCOT New Member Presentation on November 17, 2015, covers important topics including meeting union officers, understanding the contract, salary adjustments, benefits, and how to get involved. Learn about different levels, certifications, and requirements for CTE Teachers. Stay informed and engaged in your professional journey with NABCOT.
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NABCOT New Member Presentation November 17, 2015
Agenda: Welcome Meet your union officers Know your contract Level moves and salary adjustments Approval of courses Moving through the salary plan Benefits Flex plan, 403B, retirement, NYSUT Member Benefits How you can get involved Questions and answers
Meet your union officers Lori Gross, President Dan Auriemma, Vice-President of Grievances Jon Gaare, Vice-President of RSIP Carrie Moravcik, Vice-President of Special Education Maureen Rappa, Treasurer Jocelyn Reeves, Secretary At-Large Delegates TBD
Know Your Contract Six year contract 2011-2017 Know what your salary is Know your rights Know your working conditions Compensation Benefits
Level Movements Level 1A BA + initial/professional certification Level 1B MA + initial/professional certification Level 1C Doctorate +initial/professional certification Level 2 MA or BA + 30 + professional certification, plus 3 years BOCES service Level 3 MA + 20 credits (up to 4 in-service credits), or BA + 45 credits (up to 11 in-service credits), plus 7 years BOCES service Level 4A MA + 40 credits (up to 11 in-service credits), or BA + 75 credits (up to 19 in-service credits), plus 10 years BOCES service Level 4B MA + 60 credits (up to 16 in-service credits), or doctorate, or BA + 90 credits (up to 28 in-service credits), plus 10 years BOCES service
Level Movements for CTE Teachers Level 1A Certification required by law, or regulation, or SED approval Level 1B BA + 30 plus required certification as above Level 1C Doctorate plus required certification as above Level 2 Professional certification + 15 credits (up to 4 in-service credits) beyond those needed for certification plus 3 years BOCES service Level 3 Professional certification + 30 credits (up to 8 in-service credits) beyond those needed for certification plus 7 years BOCES service Level 4A Professional certification; BA or 60 credits (up to 15 in-service credits) beyond those required for certification plus 10 years BOCES service Level 4B Professional certification; BA + 15 or 75 credits (up to 23 in-service credits) beyond those required for certification plus 10 years BOCES service
Salary Adjustments Courses for salary adjustment must be taken while employed by BOCES You may take the 12 credit route, which is 12 graduate credits or a combination of graduate credits with up to 4 in-service credits. Graduate credits must be given by accredited universities, colleges, etc. Human resources will approve some courses for ONLY in-service credit, not graduate credit. You can also take the 15 credit route, which is all in-service credits
Approval of Courses All courses must be pre-approved by Human Resources at least 30 days before the courses begin. You must apply for pre-approval on My Learning Plan for all courses. Even if a course is on the pre-approved list, you still have to fill out the form on My Learning Plan. (It doesn t have to be 30 days in advance, though.) Fill out the 2016-2017 Teacher Course App on My Learning Plan Make sure to check the box for Salary Adjustment Also check the box for 175 hours requirement box if it applies to you
Moving Through the Salary Plan You are responsible for filling out and submitting the paperwork to Human Resources. You will NOT automatically move to the next level, or be granted a salary adjustment without submitting the paperwork. It is up to you whether you submit blocks of credits before advancing through the salary plan for salary adjustment. Everyone s financial situation is different. If you have questions, seek out a KNOWLEDGEABLE source. You may use credits that you have taken prior to working for BOCES, if related to your job, but only for level movement purposes, not for salary adjustment. You will receive longevity increases automatically when you have been with BOCES for 20 and 25 years, respectively. If your start date is later than September 1st, you will receive your longevity the following September 1st.
Moving through the salary plan continued . When you are first moving into Level 4A or 4B, you may submit 2 blocks for salary adjustment for the first 2 years. You may continue to take credits and submit 1 block for a salary adjustment (12 credits or 15 credits) every year after reaching Level 4A or 4B. Salary adjustments are granted as of September 1st. Human Resources has five months from the date of BOCES receipt of the application to process the salary adjustment. You will receive retroactive pay if your application is processed after September 1st.
Benefits Flex plan, 403Bs, Retirement, NYSUT Member Benefits There is an open enrollment period late May/early June for the Flex plan. You must fill out and return the paperwork when it comes to you. You can also choose to opt for 20 or 24 pay period distribution. (The summer pay comes in a lump sum at the end of June). As a member of NYSUT, there are many benefits available to you, like vision care, auto insurance discounts, legal services, etc. Check out nysut.org As a member of the NYS Teacher s retirement system, you will receive a statement every year letting you know how you are progressing towards your retirement and your pension. Be sure to log onto nystrs.org to see your profile and keep up with your beneficiaries, etc. 403Bs are a great way to add to your retirement income. You have to take the steps to do this and submit it to Payroll. NEFCU Join the credit union, and you can get money taken out on a monthly basis for your summer needs.
How You Can Get Involved Go to your building level union update meetings each month. Volunteer to hold an office at your building level. When vacancies open, you can become a representative from your school on the NABCOT Representative Council. Buy a NABCOT T-shirt. When we ask for people to join us at rallies, come and wear your union shirt. Read your NABCOT newsletter and your NYSUT United magazine. Contribute to VOTE/COPE in May. That is NYSUT s political action fund. VOTE in each and every election. Be proactive. Ask questions and learn as much as you can.
Questions and Answers Thank you for coming today!!!
