Common use of OTES Clause in Contracts

OTES. In accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3319.111, the Board's adopted standards- based teacher evaluation policy is included in this Master Agreement, by reference, for application to OTES teachers. Prior to implementation of the policy for OTES teachers, any effects of that policy on terms and conditions of employment must be bargained by the parties in accordance with law. Similarly, any subsequent revisions to that policy which affect terms and conditions of employment must be bargained prior to implementation. All matters contained within the Board policy on OTES shall be considered grievable under the grievance procedure contained within this contract. The Board policy and guidelines will be provided to all OTES teachers as contained in the Buckeye Evaluation Handbook, which will also be accessible to bargaining unit members online.