Paraprofessionals can apply for a leave of absence using SOLAS (Self-Service Online Leave Application System). It is an online system where employees may easily apply for a leave of absence from their computers or smartphones. Eligible leaves include: Personal Illness, Pregnancy Related Disability, Illness in Immediate Family, Maternity/Childcare, Teaching, Study, School Secretary, School Secretary Assistant, Workers’ Compensation and Military Duty. There is also a leave for Student Teaching which is applied for under a different system than SOLAS. Paraprofessionals are also entitled to Paid Parental Leave.
Paraprofessionals can also take a leave if they are pursing teaching credentials in order to fulfill student teaching requirements. Learn more »