Objectives--Walk away with an overview of your responsibilities as an employee
Complete payroll paperwork
Understand options for benefits and GEA.
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Check out the Strategic Plan on the website under District/Board of Education/Strategic Plan.
The current strategic plan is under review. This version will be in place through 2013-14. Where do
you see yourself?
1) Increase Academic Achievement
2) Strengthen Relationships
3) Improve Organizational Effectiveness
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Part of being an employee in D6 is:
Knowing and following school board policies
Understanding the Master Contract
Practicing ethical and professional standards
Completing all CDE requirements regarding licensure
Completing HR requirements by providing transcripts, licenses, and accepting your
employment documents
Utilizing technology appropriately
Submit all of your information and complete CART by September 30. Use this list below to track
your progress.
____ CDE License
____ Transcripts from institutions where you received a degree
____ I-9 form and documents
____ CART training (D-6 website/staff/blackboard/CART training)
____ Accept contract in September (watch for the email notification)
____ Review Master Contract and Board Policies
Master Contract: webpage/departments/HR/Certified Staff/Master Contract
Board Policies: webpage/our district/Board of Education/Policy Manual
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SHOW LOCATIONS on WEB – Coursewhere, Departments, PD, Employee Handbook, IV
____ Do I have computer access?
see office manager for ePAR questions
____ Contact 6565 for technology help desk
____ Contact 6126 for assistance to Infinite Visions
____ Contact PD 6280 for assistance with CourseWhere for all of your PD classes
____ Contact 6073 for assistance with SubFinder. Your office manager can also assist you!
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Subfinder Important TidbitsVery important that you enter in your leave correctly the 1st time.
Contact the SubDesk to enter your itinerant schedule for substitutes.
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Please use the “LOG OUT” button when you are done on-line. As everyone knows, today security is
a huge issue.
Don’t forget to check out the tutorial for assistance and guidance with SubFinder.
http://www.crsadvancedtechnology.com/employee/
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Contact Information for all you need with Payroll and Benefits
Payroll-xt. 6116, 6117, 6118 or 6115
Benefits-xt. 6114
Colorado PERA-www.copera.org or 1-800-759-7372
Additional resources for insurance/benefits questions found in the benefits summary booklet
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1. Paydate is last district working day of the month. In December, the district office closes early,
so paychecks will be available prior to the last day of the month. At the end of school, the
district office remains open so paydate would be the last district office working day of the
month.
2. Any changes for payroll-W-4 changes, voluntary deduction changes, etc. need to be in no later
than the 1st working day of the month unless otherwise communicated in order to be effective
on that month’s check. Forms may be found at https://fmsweb.greeleyschools.org/iVisions/.
3. A Complete list of paydates and payroll deadlines can be found in the finance handbook on the
IV website.
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1. Direct Deposit form is in the new hire packet. To be completed today for payment of first check
to your financial institution. Direct deposit can go to one account-either a checking or a savings
account. Weld Schools Credit union deduction can supplement for an additional checking or
savings account.
2. The infinite visions website will be your primary source of information. You may log in after
your new hire paperwork is processed, and your email access is set up.
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1. For certified employees, all .5 FTE and above are eligible for the benefits package. Less than 1
FTE rates will be prorated based on FTE.
2. Benefits begin the first day of the month following your date of hire.
3. Enrollment is done on the Infinite Visions website at
https://fmsweb.greeleyschools.org/iVisions/. Specific instructions on logging in can be found in
your benefit packet welcome letter. Step-by-step enrollment instructions, as well as resources
for any questions, can be found in your benefit summary booklet provided in your new hire
packet.
4. Deadline to enroll is 30 days after your benefits eligibility date.
5. Benefits will be covered through the end of August for all certified employees that complete
the school year and fulfill all job requirements.
6. Rates for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse, Employee + Child(ren), and Family can be found
in the benefit summary booklet.
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1. More information on the specific medical and dental plans can be found in the benefits
summary booklet. You may contact Cigna for provider listings and any other information at
www.cigna.com or 1-800-401-4041. These are the resources available BEFORE coverage
begins.
2. Additional vision coverage information can also be found in your benefits summary booklet.
EyeMed can be reached for questions at 1-866-723-0596 or www.eyemedvisioncare.com
3. Basic life insurance is provided paid for by the district. Coverage is 2 (two) times the amount of
your annual base salary.
4. Both Medical and Dependent care flexible spending accounts are available for you if you
choose. These are deducted pre-tax. See benefit summary booklet for more information.
5. HSA savings account available if applicable. See benefit summary booklet for more information
6. All premiums and any HSA savings account contributions default to a post-tax deduction. To
elect the pre-tax option please select that option in the infinite visions benefit enrollment portal
and submit the attached form. Further information regarding the pre vs. post tax option is
available in a link in the enrollment portal.
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available for you or any member of your household. See
pamphlet in new hire packet for specific services available.
8. Supplemental cancer, critical illness and accident insurance is available through Colonial Life.
Information will be provided if you indicate interest in your online benefit enrollment.
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1. Sick leave bank covers absences from work when you are personally ill. It covers absences after
5 consecutive days, and is available after you exhaust all of your own personal and discretionary
leave. Enrollment form is included in the new hire packet. To participate in the Sick Bank, you
must be enrolled, and you must contribute one day immediately, and an additional day when
the bank drops below a certain level. Specific requirements, coverage instances, etc. can be
found in the Master Contract. (available at www.greeleyschools.org under
Departments/Human Resources/Certified and Administrative Staff/Teacher/GEA Master
Contract). Enrollment defaults to yes. You may opt out by selecting “No” on the sick bank
enrollment form.
2. Other types of leave available to you are outlined in the Master Contract.
3. The Master Contract is available for your review at:
www.greeleyschools.org/Departments/Human Resources/Certified and Administrative
Staff/Teacher-GEA Master Contract).
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1. As a School District employee, you are covered by the Colorado Public Employees Retirement
Association. Rather than pay in to Social Security, you will pay in to PERA. The 2013 rate for
the employee portion is 8% of your PERA eligible wage base. The 2013 rate for the employer
portion is 16.55% of your PERA eligible wage base. For specifics on what is PERA eligible, refer
to PERA.
2. Additional options for voluntary deductions are available to you. There is an approved provider
list on the Infinite Visions website under Employee Resources/Information Center/Payroll
Forms. It also contains the necessary forms to enroll once you select a vendor.
3. PERA offers an additional life insurance option to its members. To get specific information or to
enroll, please contact PERA directly.
4. We work with Weld Schools Credit union for voluntary payroll deductions to an additional
checking or savings account.
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Flowchart for new hires:
Inductee
New Hire
Required Professional Learning
Required Professional Learning
Mentor – paid by Learning Services
Buddy – unpaid
Required Coaching for Induction
Professional Learning Log
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Contact Sandra McClure in the Professional Development office for further support
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Contact Sandra McClure in the Professional Development office for further support
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Objectives--Walk away with an overview of your responsibilities as an employee
Complete payroll paperwork
Understand options for benefits and GEA.
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