Prepared by the NYSUT Office of General Counsel, these comprehensive "Know Your Rights" booklets outline the legal frameworks, seniority calculations, and job protections for New York State school union members facing layoffs or navigating the job recall process. They provide critical, step-by-step guidance to ensure your rights are fully respected by school districts.
The booklets are in the PDF format.
Layoff and Recall for Instructional Staff
This booklet focuses on the distinct rules governing teachers and teaching assistants.
Key Topics: Focuses heavily on how seniority is determined within specific tenure areas and clarifies how to break seniority ties.
Layoff and Recall for Non-Instructional Staff
This booklet is specifically designed for non-instructional personnel and School-Related Professionals.
Key Topics: Explains civil service classifications (exempt, labor, noncompetitive, and competitive), how seniority is calculated based on continuous service, and your specific "bumping" and retreat rights.