Many educators assume the job assignment they were hired for is their permanent position with the school district. However, this may not always be the case. Most educator contracts contain some kind of reassignment clause and are usually vague as to the educator’s title. For example, contracts may say “Professional Educator” or “Classroom Teacher” as opposed to something more specific, such as “Third Grade Teacher.” There are limitations, but this type of language allows the district leeway when it comes to reassignments. Educators without contracts may have even less security when it comes to reassignments—but they are also at-will employees and not employed under a contract, so they may resign without penalty if they do not like the new assignment.

Similar issues can arise if a district is reorganizing or otherwise enacts a reduction in force. Employees may be involuntarily reassigned or placed on excess lists, which may require them to interview for new positions elsewhere in the district.

Educators may also question the limitations of the extra duties they may be asked to perform. These additional assignments—often before or after school—can add strain to an educator’s already hectic schedule.

Finally, educators may wonder about summer assignments and how much they can be asked to do during their break.  The answers to these assignment-related questions and more can be found on our website.