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DIRECTOR'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
AGREEMENT made this 13th day of July, 2015, between the BOARD OF
EDUCATION OF HERSCHER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2,
KANKAKEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, hereinafter referred to as the "Board," and
Michelle
Armstrong
, hereinafter referred to as the "Director."
W I T N E S S E T H:
A. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION
1. Contract Duration and Annual Salary
The Board hereby employs the as Food Service Director with such
responsibilities and duties as may be fixed by the Board in this contract and in
its policies, rules and regulations. The Board shall pay to the Director an
annual salary of
Forty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Two Dollars
($43,752)
during the term of this contract, in equal installments in accordance
with the rules of the Board governing payments of other non-certificated,
professional staff members in the District. The Director hereby accepts
employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
2. IMRF Contributions
In addition to the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this contract, the
Board shall make an employer contribution to the Illinois Municipal
Retirement Fund (IMRF) based on the rate set by IMRF.
(Rate subject to change
annually on a calendar year.)
The Director is responsible for the payment of the Member Contributions.
Contribution rates are set by IMRF.
(Rate subject to change annually on a calendar
year.)
The Director does not have any right or claim to said amounts except as they
may become available at the time of retirement or resignation from the Illinois
Municipal Retirement Fund system.
Both parties acknowledge that the Director did not have the option of choosing
to receive the contributed amounts directly, instead of having such
contributions paid by the Board to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and
that such contributions are made as a condition of employment to secure the
Director’s future services, knowledge and experience.
3. Salary Adjustments
Any salary or other adjustment or modification in the Director’s compensation
or fringe benefits made during the life of this contract shall be in the form of a
written amendment and shall become a part of this contract, but such
adjustment or modification shall not be construed as a new contract with the
Director, nor as an extension of the termination date of this contract.
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DIRECTOR'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

AGREEMENT made this 13 th^ day of July, 2015, between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HERSCHER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2,

KANKAKEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, hereinafter referred to as the "Board," and Michelle

Armstrong, hereinafter referred to as the "Director."

W I T N E S S E T H:

A. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION

1. Contract Duration and Annual Salary

The Board hereby employs the as Food Service Director with such responsibilities and duties as may be fixed by the Board in this contract and in its policies, rules and regulations. The Board shall pay to the Director an

annual salary ofForty Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty Two Dollars

($43,752) during the term of this contract, in equal installments in accordance

with the rules of the Board governing payments of other non-certificated, professional staff members in the District. The Director hereby accepts employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

2. IMRF Contributions

In addition to the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this contract, the Board shall make an employer contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) based on the rate set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director is responsible for the payment of the Member Contributions. Contribution rates are set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director does not have any right or claim to said amounts except as they may become available at the time of retirement or resignation from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund system.

Both parties acknowledge that the Director did not have the option of choosing to receive the contributed amounts directly, instead of having such contributions paid by the Board to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and that such contributions are made as a condition of employment to secure the Director’s future services, knowledge and experience.

3. Salary Adjustments

Any salary or other adjustment or modification in the Director’s compensation or fringe benefits made during the life of this contract shall be in the form of a written amendment and shall become a part of this contract, but such adjustment or modification shall not be construed as a new contract with the Director, nor as an extension of the termination date of this contract.

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B. BENEFITS

1. Insurance Benefits

The Board will provide the Director with the following insurance benefits: (a) Individual and dependent hospitalization and medical insurance in a program approved by the Board; and (b) Term life insurance, in the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000).

2. Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Vacation Days

The Director shall be granted paid sick leave, as defined in Section 24-6 ofThe

School Code, of twelve (12) workdays per contract year accumulative to two

hundred forty (240) days.

The Director shall be granted two (2) paid personal leave days per contract year for personal business. Unused personal leave days shall be credited towards the Director’s accumulated sick leave.

The Director shall receive twenty (20) work days of vacation annually, exclusive of legal holidays. Said vacation days may not be taken during a period of time when school is in session. Unless permission in given by the Board of Education or designee, Winter and Spring breaks as well as snow days are considered work days.

A maximum of ten (10) unused vacation days may be carried over from one school year to the next.

3. Deferred Compensation Plan/Annuity Policy

From the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this Agreement, the Director may: (1) annually defer compensation pursuant to and in accordance with the terms of an eligible state deferred compensation plan as described in Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code, if adopted by the Board; or (2) authorize a salary reduction in order that the Board may purchase an annuity policy for the Director as described in Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code, provided that any amounts deferred under a Section 457 eligible deferred compensation plan will serve to reduce the maximum amount which can be tax sheltered through a Section 403(b) annuity.

4. Other Benefits

(a) Director shall be allowed such other privileges, leaves, and fringe benefits not specifically listed herein but applicable to other full-time non-certificated personnel, provided the Director satisfies eligibility criteria for such benefits.

(b) Board shall reimburse the Director for reasonable monthly expenses incurred in the performance of her duties. Itemization shall be made of expenses and receipts submitted to Superintendent for review and approval.

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3. Extension/Termination of Contract

The Board shall make a determination regarding the re-employment and assignment of the Director no later than (thirty) 30 days before the end of the contract term. If the Board determines not to re-employ the Director or to reassign the Director, such decision shall be provided in writing to the Director at least thirty (30) days before the end of the contract term.

This Agreement does not constitute an obligation, either written or implied, for re-employment beyond the term set forth herein.

F. TERMINATION

This employment contract may be terminated by: (a) Mutual agreement; (b) Permanent disability; (c) Discharge for cause; (d) Retirement; or (e) Resignation, provided, however, the Director shall provide the Board at least ninety (90) days advance written notice of the resignation.

1. Permanent Disability

The Board may terminate this contract for reasons of permanent disability or incapacity at any time after the Director has exhausted his/her accumulated sick leave and vacation benefits and either has been absent from his/her employment for a continuous period of fifty percent (50%) of his/her work days or presents to the Board upon request a physician's statement certifying that he/she is permanently disabled or incapacitated, subject to any obligation the Board may have to provide the Director an accommodation under the

Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. All obligations of the Board shall

cease upon written notice of termination for permanent disability or incapacity, provided that the Director shall be entitled to a hearing before the Board in closed session if he/she so requests. Such examination shall be performed by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches, selected and paid by the Board. The physician shall prepare a detailed report of the state of the Director’s physical and/or mental health and submit it to the Board of Education.

2. Discharge for Cause

Discharge for cause shall be for any conduct, act, or failure to act by the Director which is detrimental to the best interests of the School District. Reasons for discharge for cause shall be given in writing to the Director, who shall be entitled to notice and an opportunity to request a hearing before the Board to discuss such causes. If the Director chooses to be accompanied by legal counsel, he/she shall be responsible for any costs involved. The Board hearing shall be conducted in closed session.

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G. NOTICE

Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall become effective on the day of mailing thereof by first class mail or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed:

(a) If to the Board: Board of Education

Herscher CUSD No. 2 501 North Main Street - P.O. Box 504 Herscher, Illinois 60941

(b) If to the

Director: Michelle Armstrong

117 N Shelly

Reddick IL 60961

H. APPLICABLE LAW

This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. If any portion of this Agreement is determined to be illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

I. COMPLETE AGREEMENT

This Agreement contains all the terms agreed upon by the parties with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement and supersedes all prior agreements, arrangements, and communications between the parties concerning such subject matter whether oral or written.

J. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be considered an original, and all or which taken together shall be considered the same instrument.

DIRECTOR'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

AGREEMENT made this 13 th^ day of July, 2015, between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HERSCHER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2,

KANKAKEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, hereinafter referred to as the "Board," and Larry

Houberg, hereinafter referred to as the "Director."

W I T N E S S E T H:

A. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION

1. Contract Duration and Annual Salary

The Board hereby employs the as Maintenance Director with such

responsibilities and duties as may be fixed by the Board in this contract and in its policies, rules and regulations. The Board shall pay to the Director an

annual salary of Seventy Two Thousand Six Hundred Fifty-six Dollars

($72,656) during the term of this contract, in equal installments in accordance

with the rules of the Board governing payments of other non-certificated, professional staff members in the District. The Director hereby accepts employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

2. IMRF Contributions

In addition to the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this contract, the Board shall make an employer contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) based on the rate set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director is responsible for the payment of the Member Contributions. Contribution rates are set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director does not have any right or claim to said amounts except as they may become available at the time of retirement or resignation from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund system.

Both parties acknowledge that the Director did not have the option of choosing to receive the contributed amounts directly, instead of having such contributions paid by the Board to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and that such contributions are made as a condition of employment to secure the Director’s future services, knowledge and experience.

3. Salary Adjustments

Any salary or other adjustment or modification in the Director’s compensation or fringe benefits made during the life of this contract shall be in the form of a written amendment and shall become a part of this contract, but such adjustment or modification shall not be construed as a new contract with the Director, nor as an extension of the termination date of this contract.

B. BENEFITS

1. Insurance Benefits

The Board will provide the Director with the following insurance benefits: (a) Individual and dependent hospitalization and medical insurance in a program approved by the Board; and (b) Term life insurance, in the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000).

2. Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Vacation Days

The Director shall be granted paid sick leave, as defined in Section 24-6 ofThe

School Code, of twelve (12) workdays per contract year accumulative to two

hundred forty (240) days.

The Director shall be granted two (2) paid personal leave days per contract year for personal business. Unused personal leave days shall be credited towards the Director’s accumulated sick leave.

The Director shall receive twenty (20) work days of vacation annually, exclusive of legal holidays. Said vacation days may not be taken during a period of time when school is in session. Unless permission is given by the Board of Education or designee, Winter and Spring breaks, as well as snow days are considered work days. A maximum of ten (10) unused vacation days may be carried from one school year to the next.

3. Deferred Compensation Plan/Annuity Policy

From the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this Agreement, the Director may: (1) annually defer compensation pursuant to and in accordance with the terms of an eligible state deferred compensation plan as described in Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code, if adopted by the Board; or (2) authorize a salary reduction in order that the Board may purchase an annuity policy for the Director as described in Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code, provided that any amounts deferred under a Section 457 eligible deferred compensation plan will serve to reduce the maximum amount which can be tax sheltered through a Section 403(b) annuity.

4. Other Benefits

(a) Director shall be allowed such other privileges, leaves, and fringe benefits not specifically listed herein but applicable to other full-time non-certificated personnel, provided the Director satisfies eligibility criteria for such benefits. (b) Board shall reimburse the Director for reasonable monthly expenses incurred in the performance of his/her duties. Itemization shall be made of expenses and receipts submitted to Superintendent for review and approval. (c) The Board shall reimburse the Director Fifty Dollars ($50.00) monthly for cellular phone expenses incurred. Director will turn in a copy of his/her cellular bill to accounts payable for reimbursement at the next board meeting.

This Agreement does not constitute an obligation, either written or implied, for re-employment beyond the term set forth herein.

F. TERMINATION

This employment contract may be terminated by: (a) Mutual agreement; (b) Permanent disability; (c) Discharge for cause; (d) Retirement; or (e) Resignation, provided, however, the Director shall provide the Board at least ninety (90) days advance written notice of the resignation.

1. Permanent Disability

The Board may terminate this contract for reasons of permanent disability or incapacity at any time after the Director has exhausted his accumulated sick leave and vacation benefits and either has been absent from his/her employment for a continuous period of fifty percent (50%) of his work days or presents to the Board upon request a physician's statement certifying that he/she is permanently disabled or incapacitated, subject to any obligation the Board may have to provide the Director an accommodation under the

Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. All obligations of the Board shall

cease upon written notice of termination for permanent disability or incapacity, provided that the Director shall be entitled to a hearing before the Board in closed session if he/she so requests. Such examination shall be performed by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches, selected and paid by the Board. The physician shall prepare a detailed report of the state of the Director’s physical and/or mental health and submit it to the Board of Education.

2. Discharge for Cause

Discharge for cause shall be for any conduct, act, or failure to act by the Director which is detrimental to the best interests of the School District. Reasons for discharge for cause shall be given in writing to the Director, who shall be entitled to notice and an opportunity to request a hearing before the Board to discuss such causes. If the Director chooses to be accompanied by legal counsel, he/she shall be responsible for any costs involved. The Board hearing shall be conducted in closed session.

G. NOTICE

Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall become effective on the day of mailing thereof by first class mail or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed:

(a) If to the Board: Board of Education

Herscher CUSD No. 2 501 North Main Street - P.O. Box 504 Herscher, Illinois 60941

(b) If to the

Director: Larry Houberg

1145 S 19000 W Rd

Reddick IL 60961

H. APPLICABLE LAW

This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. If any portion of this Agreement is determined to be illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

I. COMPLETE AGREEMENT

This Agreement contains all the terms agreed upon by the parties with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement and supersedes all prior agreements, arrangements, and communications between the parties concerning such subject matter whether oral or written.

J. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be considered an original, and all or which taken together shall be considered the same instrument.

DIRECTOR'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

AGREEMENT made this 13 th^ day of July, 2015, between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HERSCHER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2,

KANKAKEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, hereinafter referred to as the "Board," andBenjamin

Seeman, hereinafter referred to as the "Network/Technology Specialist."

W I T N E S S E T H:

A. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION

1. Contract Duration and Annual Salary

The Board hereby employs the asNetwork/Technology Specialist with such

responsibilities and duties as may be fixed by the Board in this contract and in its policies, rules and regulations. The Board shall pay to the Specialist an

annual salary of Sixty Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-two Dollars

($68,962) during the term of this contract, in equal installments in accordance

with the rules of the Board governing payments of other non-certificated, professional staff members in the District. The Specialist hereby accepts employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

2. IMRF Contributions

In addition to the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this contract, the Board shall make an employer contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) based on the rate set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Specialist is responsible for the payment of the Member Contributions. Contribution rates are set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Specialist does not have any right or claim to said amounts except as they may become available at the time of retirement or resignation from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund system.

Both parties acknowledge that the Specialist did not have the option of choosing to receive the contributed amounts directly, instead of having such contributions paid by the Board to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and that such contributions are made as a condition of employment to secure the Specialist’s future services, knowledge and experience.

3. Salary Adjustments

Any salary or other adjustment or modification in the Specialist’s compensation or fringe benefits made during the life of this contract shall be in the form of a written amendment and shall become a part of this contract, but such adjustment or modification shall not be construed as a new contract with the Specialist, nor as an extension of the termination date of this contract.

B. BENEFITS

1. Insurance Benefits

The Board will provide the Specialist with the following insurance benefits: (a) Individual and dependent hospitalization and medical insurance in a program approved by the Board; and (b) Term life insurance, in the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000).

2. Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Vacation Days

The Specialist shall be granted paid sick leave, as defined in Section 24-6 of

The School Code, of twelve (12) workdays per contract year accumulative to

two hundred forty (240) days.

The Specialist shall be granted two (2) paid personal leave days per contract year for personal business. Unused personal leave days shall be credited towards the Specialist’s accumulated sick leave.

The Specialist shall receive twenty (20) work days of vacation annually, exclusive of legal holidays. Said vacation days may not be taken during a period of time when school is in session. Unless permission in given by the Board of Education or designee, Winter and Spring breaks as well as snow days are considered work days. A maximum of ten (10) vacation days may be carried over from one school year to the next.

3. Deferred Compensation Plan/Annuity Policy

From the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this Agreement, the Specialist may: (1) annually defer compensation pursuant to and in accordance with the terms of an eligible state deferred compensation plan as described in Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code, if adopted by the Board; or (2) authorize a salary reduction in order that the Board may purchase an annuity policy for the Specialist as described in Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code, provided that any amounts deferred under a Section 457 eligible deferred compensation plan will serve to reduce the maximum amount which can be tax sheltered through a Section 403(b) annuity.

4. Other Benefits

(a) Specialist shall be allowed such other privileges, leaves, and fringe benefits not specifically listed herein but applicable to other full-time non-certificated personnel, provided the Specialist satisfies eligibility criteria for such benefits. (b) Board shall reimburse the Specialist for reasonable monthly expenses incurred in the performance of his duties. Itemization shall be made of expenses and receipts submitted to Superintendent for review and approval. (c) The Board shall reimburse the Specialist Fifty Dollars ($50.00) monthly for cellular phone expenses incurred. Specialist will turn in a copy of his cellular bill to accounts payable for reimbursement at the next board meeting.

This Agreement does not constitute an obligation, either written or implied, for re-employment beyond the term set forth herein.

F. TERMINATION

This employment contract may be terminated by: (a) Mutual agreement; (b) Permanent disability; (c) Discharge for cause; (d) Retirement; or (e) Resignation, provided, however, the Specialist shall provide the Board at least ninety (90) days advance written notice of the resignation.

1. Permanent Disability

The Board may terminate this contract for reasons of permanent disability or incapacity at any time after the Specialist has exhausted his accumulated sick leave and vacation benefits and either has been absent from his employment for a continuous period of fifty percent (50%) of his work days or presents to the Board upon request a physician's statement certifying that he is permanently disabled or incapacitated, subject to any obligation the Board

may have to provide the Specialist an accommodation under theAmericans

with Disabilities Act, as amended. All obligations of the Board shall cease upon

written notice of termination for permanent disability or incapacity, provided that the Specialist shall be entitled to a hearing before the Board in closed session if he so requests. Such examination shall be performed by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches, selected and paid by the Board. The physician shall prepare a detailed report of the state of the Specialist’s physical and/or mental health and submit it to the Board of Education.

2. Discharge for Cause

Discharge for cause shall be for any conduct, act, or failure to act by the Specialist which is detrimental to the best interests of the School District. Reasons for discharge for cause shall be given in writing to the Specialist, who shall be entitled to notice and an opportunity to request a hearing before the Board to discuss such causes. If the Specialist chooses to be accompanied by legal counsel, he shall be responsible for any costs involved. The Board hearing shall be conducted in closed session.

G. NOTICE

Any notice or communication permitted or required under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall become effective on the day of mailing thereof by first class mail or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed:

(a) If to the Board: Board of Education

Herscher CUSD No. 2 501 North Main Street - P.O. Box 504 Herscher, Illinois 60941

(b) If to the

Director: Benjamin Seeman

345 W Oak St

Coal City IL 60416

H. APPLICABLE LAW

This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois. If any portion of this Agreement is determined to be illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

I. COMPLETE AGREEMENT

This Agreement contains all the terms agreed upon by the parties with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement and supersedes all prior agreements, arrangements, and communications between the parties concerning such subject matter whether oral or written.

J. COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be considered an original, and all or which taken together shall be considered the same instrument.

DIRECTOR'S EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

AGREEMENT made this 13 th^ day of July, 2015, between the BOARD OF EDUCATION OF HERSCHER COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 2,

KANKAKEE COUNTY, ILLINOIS, hereinafter referred to as the "Board," andBeth Wilcox,

hereinafter referred to as the "Director."

W I T N E S S E T H:

A. EMPLOYMENT AND COMPENSATION

1. Contract Duration and Annual Salary

The Board hereby employs the above individual as theTransportation Director

with such responsibilities and duties as may be fixed by the Board in this contract and in its policies, rules and regulations. The Board shall pay to the

Director an annual salary ofFifty-six Thousand, Three Hundred Nineteen

Dollars & 00/100 ($56,319) during the term of this contract, in equal

installments in accordance with the rules of the Board governing payments of other non-certificated, professional staff members in the District. The Director hereby accepts employment upon the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

2. IMRF Contributions

In addition to the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this contract, the Board shall make an employer contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) based on the rate set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director is responsible for the payment of the Member Contributions. Contribution rates are set by IMRF. (Rate subject to change annually on a calendar year.)

The Director does not have any right or claim to said amounts except as they may become available at the time of retirement or resignation from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund system.

Both parties acknowledge that the Director did not have the option of choosing to receive the contributed amounts directly, instead of having such contributions paid by the Board to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, and that such contributions are made as a condition of employment to secure the Director’s future services, knowledge and experience.

3. Salary Adjustments

Any salary or other adjustment or modification in the Director’s compensation or fringe benefits made during the life of this contract shall be in the form of a written amendment and shall become a part of this contract, but such adjustment or modification shall not be construed as a new contract with the Director, nor as an extension of the termination date of this contract.

B. BENEFITS

1. Insurance Benefits

The Board will provide the Director with the following insurance benefits: (a) Individual hospitalization and medical insurance in a program approved by the Board; and (b) Term life insurance, in the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000).

2. Sick Leave, Personal Leave, and Vacation Days

The Director shall be granted paid sick leave, as defined in Section 24-6 ofThe

School Code, of twelve (12) workdays per contract year accumulative to two

hundred forty (240) days.

The Director shall be granted two (2) paid personal leave days per contract year for personal business. Unused personal leave days shall be credited towards the Director’s accumulated sick leave.

The Director shall receive twenty (20) work days of vacation annually, exclusive of legal holidays. Said vacation days may not be taken during a period of time when school is in session. Unless permission in given by the Board of Education or designee, Winter and Spring breaks as well as snow days are considered work days. A maximum of ten (10) unused vacation days may be carried over from one school year to the next.

3. Deferred Compensation Plan/Annuity Policy

From the annual salary stated in paragraph A.1 of this Agreement, the Director may: (1) annually defer compensation pursuant to and in accordance with the terms of an eligible state deferred compensation plan as described in Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code, if adopted by the Board; or (2) authorize a salary reduction in order that the Board may purchase an annuity policy for the Director as described in Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code, provided that any amounts deferred under a Section 457 eligible deferred compensation plan will serve to reduce the maximum amount which can be tax sheltered through a Section 403(b) annuity.

4. Other Benefits

(a) Director shall be allowed such other privileges, leaves, and fringe benefits not specifically listed herein but applicable to other full-time non-certificated personnel, provided the Director satisfies eligibility criteria for such benefits. (b) Board shall reimburse the Director for reasonable monthly expenses incurred in the performance of his/her duties. Itemization shall be made of expenses and receipts submitted to Superintendent for review and approval. (c) The Board shall reimburse the Director Fifty Dollars ($50.00) monthly for cellular phone expenses incurred. Director will turn in a copy of his/her cellular bill to accounts payable for reimbursement at the next board meeting.