BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING North Salem Central School District Wednesday, September 15, 2010 CONSENT AGENDA Recommend that the Board of Education approve the following Employment contracts for positions through September 1, 2010 previously approved by the Superintendent which requires ratification of the Board of Education: I. Appointment Certified Ms. Jessica Wasserman approves the appointment of Ms. Jessica Wasserman to a 3-year probationary teacher in the French tenure area, effective September 1, 2010. Ms. Wasserman is a certified in French 7-12 Conditional Initial, which permits her to teach in the state of New York. Ms. Wasserman s placement on the schedule is MA, Step 1, per the NSTA Contract. Ms. Wasserman is replacing Ms. Danielle LaJoie Ms. Maureen Cassetta approves the appointment of Ms. Maureen Cassetta to a 3 year probationary Teacher Assistant, effective September 1, 2010. Ms. Cassetta is certified in Grades 1-6, which permits her to teach in the State of New York. Ms. Cassetta s placement on the schedule is TAST, Step 1, per the CSEA Contract. Ms. Cassetta is replacing Ms. Downey. Substitutes for Summer School Program Cheryl Gravius Education approves the appointment of Ms. Cheryl Gravius as a substitute teacher, for the 2010 Summer School Program at a rate of $65/hr. Classified Ms. Deanna Martell approves the 52-week probationary appointment of Ms. Deanna Martell as Secretary to School Principal, effective August 9, 2010, CSEA Clerical Schedule A Step 3, with an annual stipend of $500. Ms. Martell will be replacing Ms. Sama. 1
Ms. Lea Buchanan approves the appointment of Ms. Lea Buchanan as a Leave Replacement Paraprofessional from on or about September 1, 2010 to on or about December 10, 2010. Ms. Buchanan will be placed on TAID Step 1 as per CSEA contract. Ms. Buchanan will be replacing Ms. Haniuk. Ms. Joan Kruzykowski Education approves the appointment of Ms. Joan Kruzykowski as a substitute clerical, for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $16.00/hr. Substitutes for Summer School Program Denise Coursen Education approves the appointment of Ms. Denise Coursen as a substitute paraprofessional, for the 2010 Summer School Program at a rate of $20.48/hr. Recommend that the Board of Education approve the following Consent Agenda as submitted by the Superintendent of Schools: II. Appointment Certified Ms. Denise Frasca approves the appointment of Ms. Denise Frasca as a FTE.06 Consultant Teacher St. Joseph s school. Ms. Frasca will be providing Consultant Teacher Services to St. Joseph s for a total of 2 hours per week. This cost will be billed back to the Somers School District. Ms. Frasca placement on the schedule is MA30, Step 12, prorated, per the NSTA Contract. Ms. Christine Buckley Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Christine Buckley, as a substitute teacher, Grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year, at the substitute rate of $85.00 per day for the first 10 days and $95.00 per day thereafter. Ms. Laura Head Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Laura Head, as a substitute teacher, Grades K-12, for the 2010-2011 school year, at the substitute rate of $85.00 per day for the first 10 days and $95.00 per day thereafter. 2
Ms. Christine Dufficy Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Christine Dufficy, as a substitute teacher, Grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year, at the substitute rate of $85.00 per day for the first 10 days and $95.00 per day thereafter. Ms. Stephanie Gee Education approves the appointment of Ms. Stephanie Gee, as a substitute teacher, Grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year, at the substitute rate of $85.00 per day for the first 10 days and $95.00 per day thereafter. Mr. John Lee Education approves the appointment of Mr. John Lee, as a substitute teacher, Grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year, at the substitute rate of $85.00 per day for the first 10 days and $95.00 per day thereafter. Classified Ms. Patricia Galluccio approves the 52-week probationary appointment of Ms. Patricia Galluccio as Senior Office Assistant-Automated Systems, effective July 12, 2010, CSEA Clerical Schedule A Step 8, with an annual stipend of $500 (pro-rated). Ms. Colleen Brereton approves the 52-week probationary appointment of Ms. Colleen Brereton as Office Assistant- Automated Systems, effective September 3, 2010, CSEA Clerical Schedule A Step 1. Ms. Brereton will be replacing Ms. Verdejo. Mr. Brian Sperry approves the permanent reappointment of Mr. Brian Sperry as Custodial Worker- Bus Driver effective July 26, 2010, Grade C, Step 5 as per the North Salem School Related Personnel Contract. Mr. Sperry is returning to his previous permanent appointment and will be replacing Mr. Martin Keegan who retired on July 26, 2010. Ms. Kathleen Catalano Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Kathleen Catalano as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades K- 5, 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. Ms. Laura Head Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Laura Head as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades K- 5, 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. 3
Ms. Patricia Ryan Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Patricia Ryan as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades K- 5, 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. Ms. Christine Dufficy Education approves the reappointment of Ms. Christine Dufficy as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. Ms. Christine Dufficy Education approves the appointment of Ms. Christine Dufficy as a substitute clerical, for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $16.00/hr. Ms. Joan Kruzykowski Education approves the appointment of Ms. Joan Kruzykowski as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. Mr. John Lee Education approves the appointment of Mr. John Lee as a substitute paraprofessional, for grades 6-12, for the 2010-2011 school year at a rate of $11.00/hr. Ms. Denise Frasca approves the appointment of Ms. Denise Frasca as a Paraprofessional Leave Replacement from on or about September 1, 2010 to on or about December 13, 2010. Ms. Frasca will be placed on TAID, Step 6 per CSEA contract. Ms. Frasca will be replacing Susan Quigley. Ms. Danielle Mandra approves the 52-week probationary appointment of Ms. Danielle Mandra as a Part Time Paraprofessional 3 hours/day, effective September 7, 2010, CSEA Contract, Attachment C, Paraprofessional Schedule (prorated), TAID Step 1. Ms. Mandra will be replacing Ms. Silberstein. III. Approval Team Leaders and Clubs-PQ approves the following individuals filling the team leaders and clubs stipend positions, at the contracted rate, at PQ for the 2010-2011. Team Leaders Steve Fuller, Grade 4 Clubs Noel MacCarry, Library Club 4
Valerie Fuller, Grade 3 Robert Gilchrist, Running Club Jennifer Healy, Grade 2 Robert Gilchrist, Basketball Rosemarie Lopez, Grade 1 Elleen Nicita, Chorus Marissa Oddo-Grade 5 Amy Hester, Student Council Advisor Beth Savarese-Kindergarten Mimma Bartholdi, Student Council Advisor Jayne Silverblade-Related Arts Jay Krass-Support Services Laurie Stagno, CSEA, ($1,900 per agreement) Basketball Shot & Score Clock Operator approves the following individuals as Basketball Shot & Score Clock Operators, at the rate, of $50 per game for the 2010-2011 school year. Jason Blauvelt Justin Blauvelt Melissa Sassone Additional Assignment Recommendation Ms. Michelle Messemer approves Ms. Michelle Messemer for Specialized PROMPT Speech Therapy an additional.05 section which is 120 minutes a cycle for the 2010-2011 school year. This fulfills a requirement from CSE. Home Tutor Ms. Ann Marie McCarthy approves Ms. Ann Marie McCarthy for home tutoring on an as needed basis at a rate of $45 an hour for the 2010-2011 school year. Ms. Laura Pierson approves Ms. Laura Pierson for home tutoring on an as needed basis at a rate of $45 an hour for the 2010-2011 school year. Ms. Meghan Cassidy approves Ms. Meghan Cassidy for home tutoring on an as needed basis at a rate of $45 an hour for the 2010-2011 school year. Mr. John Lee approves Mr. John Lee for home tutoring on an as needed basis at a rate of $45 an hour for the 2010-2011 school year. 5
IV. Lane Advancement Effective September 1, 2010 Name Current Degree Status Current Step New Lane Requested New Salary Marissa Oddo MA30 6 MA60, Step 6 As per current Amy Reynolds MA+60 13 PHD/EDD/ABD, Step 13 As per current Lynda Vincent MA75 23 PHD/EDD/ABD, Step 23 As per current Diana Marinovic MA 8 MA+30, Step 8 As per current V. Stipends approves the following individuals to fill the stipend position as listed for the 2010-2011 school year. Name of Individual Stipend Title Amount Marlene Hanley JV Girl s Soccer Coach Per Contract Alison Hublard Hershman Musical Costumer Per Contract Lauren Zagorski-Treuel Continuing Education Advisor Per Contract Susan Brent Co-Advisor HS Year Book Per Contract Diana Stevens Co-Advisor HS Year Book Per Contract approves the additional 5 days of Summer District Positions at $225/day for a total of $1,125 for Lynda Vincent for the 2010-2011 school year. VI. Amend Classified Ms. Kimber-Lee Maston approves the 52-week probationary appointment of Ms. Kimber-Lee Maston as Secretary to School District, effective August 9, 2010, CSEA Clerical Schedule A Step 3, with an annual stipend (prorated) of $500. Ms. Maston will be replacing Ms. Lamana. 6
Stipends approves Nicole Iarossi as Varsity Field Hockey Assistant Coach in lieu of the JV Field Hockey Coach position due to insufficient participation. The stipend amount per contract, will be that of the JV Field Hockey Coach as listed for the 2010-2011 school year. VII. Rescind rescinds the following stipend recommendation as listed for the 2010-2011 school year. Name of Individual Stipend Title Amount George Bores Model UN Program Per contract Ms. Stephanie Gee rescinds the appointment of Ms. Stephanie Gee as a Leave Replacement Physical Education Teacher from on or about September 1, 2010. VIII. Resignation Ms. Nancy Silberstein accepts the resignation of Ms. Nancy Silberstein, Paraprofessional, effective September 1, 2010. 7