OSSTF District 25
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1.
How do I get or upgrade my OSSTF Certification Rating Statement?
Certification is done provincially with local deadlines for ensuring maximum retroactivity of your salary.

2.

Do I have to pay Long Term Disability (LTD) premiums?
LTD is a compulsary insurance. However, teachers near the end of their careers may qualify to terminate LTD premium payments.

3.

What are my options when going on pregnancy or parental leave?
Our locally developed Pregnancy/Parental leave information package should help with the various decisions that must be made. Provincially, OSSTF has a the following information booklet.

4.

How do I apply for funds to attend a PD workshop?
OSSTF reimburses up to $200 for Professional Development per year or $500 every 3 years.. Please refer to the guidelines for more information on how to apply and on what PD will qualify.

5.      

How can I access funds if I want to organize a PD Activity for a group of teachers?
For the next few years, up to $1,000 is available for teachers who would like to organize PD for our members. Please refer to the guidelines.

6.

I am a new member of OSSTF. What information should I know about my union?
OSSTF District 25 (Ottawa-Carleton) Teachers' Unit has a New Members Handbook that will provide with the information you need.

7.

What rules govern teachers about making negative comments about other employees?
Making an adverse report about a fellow teacher or OSSTF member is a serious issue. Please read the following information.      

8.

I plan on supply teaching after I retire. What should I know?
There are limits to the amount of occasional teaching that a retired teacher can do without affecting pension payments. OTPP Information

9.

I have heard that there is a template available to help me with my Annual Learning Plan. Where do I find it?
OSSTF in District 25 (Ottawa-Carleton) has subscribed to TeachersALP.com where you can create, update, and edit your ALP from year to year. Be sure to indicate that you are from District 25.



Information is also available on the following topics:

EI for OSSTF members                    OSSTF Safe Schools Brief


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