Lead Teacher Assistant Q&A for Paraprofessionals
Find out more about the lead teacher assistant (lead educational associate) position for paraprofessionals.
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Can paraprofessionals join the retirement system?
Yes. The Paraprofessional Bill was signed by the Governor on Oct. 29, 2021, and paraprofessionals in the following titles are now automatically members of TRS: Auxiliary Trainer; Bilingual Professional Assistant; Educational Assistant; Educational...
Where can I find out what the requirements are for my certificate/license?
The requirements for New York State certificates can be found at www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert. There are no separate requirements for a New York City license other than the availability of a vacancy in the certificate area and the recommendation of a...
What is the difference between a state certificate and a city license?
You must have New York State certification to be hired for a full-time teaching position in New York City. The position must match the state certificate. New York City no longer issues a separate paper license, but there is still a license...
What do I do if I am exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials at work?
While most New York City school educators are not at risk, if you are exposed to blood or body fluids in an accident, playground scrape, bloody nose, fight, athletic injury or violent incident, treat any such incident as if the fluids are infected...
What protective measures against bloodborne pathogens must the DOE provide?
The DOE is required to develop an Exposure Control Plan that: identifies at-risk workers; outlines methods to prevent or eliminate exposure, including universal precautions and the use of safe needle devices; outlines adequate personal protective...
Can teachers take time off for religious observance for important holidays in their faith?
Yes. You may use your three personal business days for religious observance. These will be deducted from your CAR (sick bank) or you may take a pay deduction for each day that you do not report to work. The deducted amount will equal the amount that...
If a close family member dies, can I take time off to attend the funeral?
You may take off up to four days for the purposes of bereavement, at any point in the three months after the date of death of a covered family member. Form OP 201 is required.
Are there any illnesses for which time off will not be deducted from my sick bank?
Yes. Measles, mumps and chicken pox are childhood diseases that are not deductible from your sick time. Ask your school secretary or UFT chapter leader for an OP 198 application to submit to your principal. Form: http://www.uft.org/files/attachments...