Southern Lehigh SD Employee Groups
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The Southern Lehigh SD categorizes employees by (a) representation and (b) classification. Represented employees are subject to a collective bargaining agreement, which specifically outlines the terms and conditions of their employment whereas non-represented groups do not have a collective bargaining agreement. However, the Southern Lehigh SD does provide all employees - represented or non-represented - with clear guidelines with respect to compensation and benefits.
In keeping with our commitment to transparency, the Office of Human Resources has published all employee compensation plans and agreements for public view. We encourage prospective applicants to review the pertinent documents, which are organized by employee classification, especially if they receive an employment offer to work in the Southern Lehigh SD.
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[DISTRICT WIDE] Administrator Compensation Plan and Professional Employee Contract
School Administrators
ACT 93 of 1984 requires school districts to adopt a compensation plan for all school administrators, both certificated and non-certificated, by position. You can view the ACT 93 Administrator Compensation Plan by clicking HERE. The current ACT 93 Administrator Compensation Plan is in effect from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.
Note that ACT 93 specifically excludes the following positions: [1] Superintendent, [2] Assistant Superintendent(s), [3] Business Manager, and [4] Director of Human Resources. Collectively known as the Cabinet, these individuals are employed on a contractual basis in lieu of coverage under the Administrator Compensation Plan.
Professional Employees
The term "professional employees" collectively refers to all certified educators (e.g., grade/subject area teachers, special education teachers, librarians, nurses, etc.) and are represented by the Southern Lehigh Education Association (SLEA), an affiliate of the Pennsylvania State Education Association. You can view the SLSD-SLEA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) by clicking HERE. The current SLSD-SLEA CBA is in effect from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2027.
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[CENTRAL OFFICE] Independent Employees Compensation Plan
The term "Independent Employee" includes the following positions: [1] Executive Assistant(s), [2] Coordinator(s), and [3] Accountant(s). They are 12-month, salaried employees ("Exempt" status under the Fair Labor Standards Act). You can view the Independent Employees Compensation Plan by clicking HERE. The current Independent Employees Compensation Plan is in effect from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.
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[SCHOOL BASED] Administrative and Facilities Services & Support Compensation Plans
The term "Administrative Services & Support" includes the following positions: [1] Secretaries and [2] Technology Support Specialists whereas the term "Facilities Services & Support" includes the following positions: [3] Custodial Workers and [4] Building Maintenance Workers. They may be 10-month or 12-month employees who are hourly employees ("Non-Exempt" status under the Fair Labor Standards Act).
You can view the Administrative Services & Support Compensation Plan by clicking HERE. The current Administrative Services & Support Compensation Plan is in effect from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.
You can also view the Facilities Services & Support Compensation Plan by clicking HERE. The current Facilities Services & Support Compensation Plan is in effect from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.
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[SCHOOL BASED] Student Services & Supports Employment Compensation Plan
The term "Student Services & Support" includes the following positions: [1] Health Service Workers, [2] Instructional Assistants, [3] Food Service Workers, and [4] Student Monitors. They are 10-month employees who are hourly employees ("Non-Exempt" status under the Fair Labor Standards Act). You can view the Student Services & Support Compensation Plan by clicking HERE. The current Student Services & Support Compensation Plan is in effect from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2025.
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[DISTRICT WIDE] Extracurricular Activities & Daily Substitute Employee Rate Schedule
Extracurricular Activities
The Southern Lehigh SD offers a wide variety of extracurricular activities ranging from the athletic to the academic and the non-academic with the goal of developing and nurturing the talents of all of our students. These activities are often led by our own employees but we invite individuals from within and outside the community to apply for positions, especially those that are often difficult to fill. Note that the compensation rates for all activities are outlined under Part III (Compensation) of the SLSD-SLEA CBA; these rates apply to both internal and external applicants.
Some extracurricular activities such as sporting competitions or theater performances may require individuals to assist with one or more events. These employees (known as "Event Workers") receive a fixed rate specific to the event (e.g., ticket seller for a game, video choreographer). You can view the Extracurricular Event Rate Schedule by clicking HERE. The current Extracurricular Event Rate Schedule is in effect for SY2023-24 (August 28, 2023-June 10, 2024); rates are approved annually by the Board of School Directors.
Substitute Employee
The Southern Lehigh SD welcomes substitute employees, professional or support staff, to work on a per-diem basis. Substitute professional employees require a Pennsylvania Department of Education Emergency Permit and the Office of Human Resources is happy to assist you with (and pay for) that process. You can view the Substitute Employee Rate Schedule by clicking HERE. The current Substitute Employee Rate Schedule is in effect for SY2023-24 (August 28, 2023-June 10, 2024); rates are approved annually by the Board of School Directors.
