Employee Orientation Handbook

36 Pages·2016·0.24 MB·English

SANTA ROSA COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOLS

EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION HANDBOOK
2018-19

TIM WYROSDICK
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section I District Staff Page 3
School Board
District office phone extensions
School Phone numbers/Principals

Section II Policy Statements
Introduction Page 8
At-will Employment
Equal Opportunity Employment
Prohibition of Harassment Policy
Americans with Disabilities Act
Confidentiality
Guidelines on Religious expression
Copyright Policy
Tobacco Free School District Policy
Drug Free Workplace
Employee Drug Screening

Section III Professional Responsibility Page 13
Code of Ethics
Principles of Professional Conduct
Commons Sense and Good Judgment
Reporting Misconduct

Section IV Personnel Policies Page 20
Salary Payments
Instructional Personnel Credit for Teaching
Verification of Experience
Instructional Transfer of Sick Leave
Instructional Contracts
Types of Leave
Sick Leave Bank
Family and Medical Leave Act
Absences
Working Hours
Personnel File

Section V Certification Page 29
Teacher Certification
Renewal of Professional Certificate
Professional Growth and Staff Development
Instructional Transfer of In-service points

Section VI Benefits Page 32
Insurance
Professional and General Liability Coverage
Cobra Coverage
Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPPA)
Retirement
Resigning or Retiring
Employee Grievance Information
Union Representation
Contracted Services
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Section I

District Staff

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THE SANTA ROSA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

Diane Scott District 1
Buddy Hinote District 2
Carol Boston District 3
Jennifer Granse District 4
Scott Peden District 5

The Santa Rosa School Board, after considering recommendations submitted by the
Superintendent, determines policies and programs, adopts rules and regulations,
prescribes minimum standards and performs other such duties as necessary for the
improvement of the educational programs for students.

The School Board is composed of five members elected in a county-wide election every
four years on a rotating basis. Each member represents the district in which he or she
lives.

Individuals requesting items to be placed on the Board agenda must submit a written
request to the Superintendent at least nine days prior to the meeting date. A public
forum is conducted at each Board meeting.

The Board Meeting dates are posted on the district web page. You may view these
meetings live or view archived sessions of meetings at: www.santarosa.k12.fl.us
(access link at the top: School Board/Meeting Information).

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Santa Rosa District Administrative Offices
Phone Extensions
5086 Canal St
Milton, FL 32570
983-5000

We have listed names of the District Office staff for your convenience.
We are at your service! You may visit our website for instructional and educational
support vacancies and additional information.
www.santarosa.k12.fl.us

Superintendent

Tim Wyrosdick Superintendent of Schools 5012
Melanie Pattullo Administrative Secretary 5010

Human Resources

Conni Carnley Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources 5030
Liz West Director of Human Resources 5108
David Gunter Director of Labor Relations & Compliance 5389
Rachel Archangel Personnel Assistant 4563
Hannah Barnes Personnel Assistant 5099
Dawn Bagley Personnel Assistant 5065
Kim Berry Certification Specialist 5034
Britney Burns Clerical Data 5032
Balinda Cook Personnel Assistant 5035
Myra Dobbs Personnel Assistant 5036
Jessica Foster Clerical Assistant 5029
Bobby Lewis Clerical Assistant 5000
Judy O’Mary Secretary 5389
Terri Powell Certification Specialist 5037

Payroll

Maria Ard Fiscal Assistant 5003
Karen Jones Fiscal Assistant 5025
Cindy Lowery Fiscal Assistant 5026

Risk Management/Insurance/Safety

Pam Smith Coordinator of Risk Management & Benefits 4814
Tobin Faciane Safety Specialist 5008
Ivon Ladner Risk Management Specialist II 5006
Cindy McDonald Risk Management Specialist II 5007
Gwynn Smith Fiscal Assistant II 5027

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District Office Staff

Dawn Alt Director of Pre-K Programs 5720

Debbie Anderson Director of Exceptional Student Education 5167

Laura Austin Principal Santa Rosa Blended Academy 981-7860

Karen Barber Director of Federal Projects & Title I Programs 5001

Jeff Baugus Coordinator of Math/Science 5051

Conni Carnley Asst Superintendent for Human Resources 5030

Jud Crane Director of Purchasing/Contract Services 5130

Don Ellis Data Processing Manager 5081

Bill Emerson Asst Superintendent for Curriculum/Instruction 5041

Carlisle Griffin Coordinator of Assessment 5581

Joey Harrell Asst Superintendent for Admin Services 5123

Charlin Knight Director of Workforce Education 5058

April Martin Director of Elementary Schools 5062

Susan McCole Assistant Superintendent for Finance 5023

Patti McKnight Coordinator of Literacy 5045

Sharon Patrick Director of Continuous Improvement 5066

Deborah Ray Deputy Director of ESE 5586

Floyd Smith Director of Middle Schools 5060

Pam Smith Coordinator of Risk Management & Benefits 4814

Sherry Smith Director of Student Services 5052

Michael Thorpe Director of In-service & Instructional Technology 5111

Jason Weeks Director of High Schools 5055

Liz West Director of Human Resources 5108
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SCHOOL PHONE NUMBERS/PRINCIPALS

SCHOOL PHONE# PRINCIPAL

1 Avalon Middle 983-5540 LaTonya Shepherd
2 Bagdad Elementary 983-5680 Daniel Baxley
3 Bennett C. Russell 983-7000 Suzette Godwin
4 Berryhill Elementary 983-5690 Roger Golden
5 Central School 983-5640 Sean Twitty
6 Chumuckla Elementary 995-3690 Danny Carnley
7 Dixon Primary 995-3660 Nancy Haupt
8 Dixon Intermediate 995-3650 Linda Gooch
9 East Milton Elementary 983-5620 Terry Paschall
10 Gulf Breeze Elementary 934-5185 Warren Stevens
11 Gulf Breeze Middle 934-4080 Michael Brandon
12 Gulf Breeze High 916-4100 Danny Brothers
13 Hobbs Middle 983-5630 Brandon Koger
14 Holley-Navarre Primary 936-6130 Barbara Scott
15 Holley-Navarre Intermediate 936-6020 Beth Mosley
16 Holley-Navarre Middle 936-6040 Joie Destefano
17 Jackson Pre K 983-5720 Dawn Alt
18 Jay Elementary 675-4554 Kelly Short
19 Jay High 675-4507 Stephen Knowlton
20 King Middle 983-5660 Darren Brock
21 Locklin Technical 983-5700 Maria Ladouceur
22 Milton High 983-5600 Tim Short
23 Navarre High 936-6080 Brian Noack
24 Oriole Beach Elementary 934-5160 Josh McGrew
25 Pace High 995-3600 Stephen Shell
26 Pea Ridge Elementary 995-3680 Dana Fleming
27 Rhodes Elementary 983-5670 Michele Barlow
28 Santa Rosa Adult 983-5710 Donna Christopher
29 Santa Rosa Blended Academy 981-7860 Laura Austin
30 Sims Middle 995-3676 Emily Donalson
31 SR Community School 983-5650 David Sigurnjak
32 West Navarre Intermediate 936-6060 Shana Dorsey
33 West Navarre Primary 936-6000 B.J. Price
34 Woodlawn Beach Middle 934-4010 Victor Lowrimore

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Section II

Policy Statements

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Introduction

This New Employee Orientation Handbook is intended to provide new employees with an
overview and introduction to many of Santa Rosa County School District’s employment
policies and procedures. This Handbook is not all inclusive. More detailed information
regarding the School District’s employment policies and procedures is provided at
www.santarosa.k12.fl.us.

At-Will Employment

The state of Florida is an At-will employment state. All employment relationships are
At-will and subject to termination at any time for any lawful reason. This Employee
Handbook is not a contract and is subject to revision at any time by the Santa Rosa
County School District with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the School Board of Santa Rosa County not to discriminate against
employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, religion, gender, age,
marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or any other
characteristic protected by law. Individuals will not, on the basis of these characteristics,
be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination under any education program or activity, or in any employment conditions
or practices conducted by this School District, except as provided by law. Prohibition of
discrimination information is posted at each work site.

Any applicant or employee who feels that there has been a violation of the prohibition of
discrimination policy may discuss the complaint with the Superintendent, and/or Assistant
Superintendent of Human Resources.

Equity Coordinators for Santa Rosa County School Board:

Students Bill Emerson, Asst Supt for Instruction, ext 5041
Employees Conni Carnley, Asst Supt for Human Resources, ext 5030

Prohibition of Harassment Policy

Please click on the link below for the Santa Rosa School Board Policy 2.70
http://www.santarosa.k12.fl.us/policy/Policy2_70.pdf

Students Bill Emerson, Asst Supt for Instruction, ext 5041
Sherry Smith, Director of Student Services, ext 5052

Employees Conni Carnley, Asst Supt for Human Resources, ext 5030
David Gunter, Director of Labor Relations and Compliance, ext 5389
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Americans with Disabilities Act

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against individuals with
disabilities solely because of their disabilities. The Santa Rosa County School District
ensures that individuals with disabilities who are employed by the District, as well as
persons seeking employment with the District, are treated fairly and given opportunities
equal to those provided to similar non-disabled persons. This policy protects the rights
of individuals to privacy and confidentiality to the extent possible.

The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in every aspect of
employment:

• Recruitment, advertising, and job application procedures;
• Hiring, upgrading, promotions, demotions, transfers, layoffs, termination, right of
return from layoff, and rehiring;
• Rates of pay or any other form of compensation and changes in compensation;
• Job assignment, job classifications, organizational structures, position descriptions,
line of progression, and seniority lists;
• Leaves of absence, sick leave, or any other leave;
• Fringe benefits;
• Selection and staff development, including professional meetings, conferences and
other related activities, and selection for leave of absence to pursue training;
• Activities sponsored by Santa Rosa County School Board including social and
recreational programs; and
• Any other item, condition, or privilege of employment.

The ADA requires that the District: 1) not exclude or isolate persons with disabilities; 2)
be willing to modify the format of applications (such as putting them in large print, on
audio tape, or in Braille) or to offer assistance in completing them; 3) hold interviewing
in physically accessible locations; 4) provide accurate information about the abilities and
skills to individuals with disabilities when conducting interviews; 5) provide reasonable
accommodations so that a qualified individual with a disability can perform the essential
functions of his or her job; and 6) engage in other actions that will enable people with
disabilities to participate in employment with the Santa Rosa County School Board.

The ADA does not require that preferential treatment be given to individuals with
disabilities or that qualifications be lessened. The ADA does require that reasonable
modifications be made for qualified individuals with disabilities in certain circumstances.
Santa Rosa County School District is committed to complying with the ADA requirements.
If special equipment or personnel with special skills are needed, the Exceptional Student
Education Department will be contacted to help locate the appropriate equipment or
personnel.

For questions, concerns, or compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact
the Santa Rosa County School Board, Human Resource Department, 5086 Canal Street,
Milton, Florida 32570, [phone].

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