Special Area Clause Samples
The 'Special Area' clause defines a specific geographic or operational zone to which certain contractual terms or obligations apply. In practice, this clause might designate a region where different rules, standards, or procedures are enforced, such as stricter environmental regulations or unique service requirements. By clearly identifying these areas, the clause ensures that both parties understand when and where special conditions are triggered, thereby reducing ambiguity and helping to manage compliance and risk within those zones.
Special Area. Art, Vocal and Instrumental Music, Physical Education, and Research Center
1. Special area teachers will not teach more than one (1) class per class period except where mutually agreed upon between the special area teacher and the building principal.
2. Alterations in the specialist teaching schedule shall occur only after prior consultation between the special area teacher, the involved classroom teacher(s), and the building principal.
3. Special area teachers are recognized as constituting part of the elementary or secondary school program and, where applicable, shall accrue working conditions and be provided the responsibilities allotted teachers in Article III, B. and E. of this Agreement.
4. Special area teachers shall be included in the duty schedule at the buildings to which they are assigned. On days that they travel between school buildings they shall be exempt from duty.
5. Elementary special area teachers may schedule extra evening functions beyond those required in A.5.a. in lieu of evening conferences. These shall be scheduled early in the school year and agreed to by the teacher and the principal.