The SPPS Teacher Contract 2020: What You Need to Know
The Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) teacher contract for the year 2020 has recently been negotiated and approved by both the district and the Saint Paul Federation of Educators (SPFE). This new contract includes significant changes that affect not only the teachers but also the students and the community. In this article, we will discuss the main provisions of the SPPS teacher contract 2020 and its implications for the district.
Salary and Compensation
One of the most notable changes in the SPPS teacher contract 2020 is the increase in salary and compensation for teachers. Under the new contract, the starting salary for teachers will be $44,369, which is a 1.5% increase from the previous year. Additionally, all teachers will receive a 2% increase in their base salary, and an additional 2.25% increase in the form of a one-time payment.
This increase in salary and compensation is a significant victory for teachers who have been advocating for fair pay for years. The increased salary will help attract and retain experienced and qualified teachers, which will benefit the students and the district as a whole.
Class Size
Another important provision of the SPPS teacher contract 2020 is the limitation of class sizes. The new contract includes language that sets targets for maximum class sizes, with the goal of reducing overcrowding and improving learning conditions. The new class size targets are as follows:
– Pre-K: 20 students
– Kindergarten: 24 students
– Grades 1-3: 25 students
– Grades 4-6: 28 students
– Grades 7-8: 30 students
– Grades 9-12: 33 students
If class sizes exceed these targets, the district will be required to pay teachers an additional hourly rate for each student above the target. This provision is an important step towards improving the quality of education in SPPS and ensuring that students receive the attention and support they need to succeed.
Special Education
The SPPS teacher contract 2020 also includes provisions that address the needs of students with special needs. Under the new contract, special education teachers will receive additional support and compensation for the additional work and responsibilities that come with teaching students with disabilities.
Additionally, the contract includes provisions for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of special education programs and services. This is an important step towards ensuring that students with special needs receive the support they need to achieve academic success.
Conclusion
The SPPS teacher contract 2020 is an important milestone in the ongoing effort to improve the quality of education in Saint Paul Public Schools. The increased salary and compensation, limitation of class sizes, and provisions for special education are all important steps towards creating a more equitable and effective education system in the district. As students, teachers, and community members, we should all celebrate and support these positive changes, and continue to advocate for further improvements to education in our community.
