Practical Advice for Members
Based on cases we have encountered over the past few years, we have compiled this list of “do’s and don’ts” for all education employees.
If A Member Is Assaulted
What you should do if you are assaulted on school property and what protections are in place for you from OEA's Professional Liability Insurance.
Saving Face: Protect Yourself from Internet Entanglements
Teachers throughout Ohio and the nation are getting tangled in Internet controversies that are sparking debates about free speech and what school employees are allowed to do on their own time and on their own computers.
Fact Finder for the Ohio Teacher
Information about the teacher contract, licensure, the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, paid leave, retirement, severance pay, student discipline, and discrimination.
Employee Use of the Internet
In the past several years, OEA has had a rash of contractual and legal issues regarding alleged misuse of the Internet – school and personal.
Disruptive or Violent Students
Your rights with regard to disruptive or violent students
Teachers and Children's Services Investigations
Investigations by Children’s Services are NOT legal proceedings. Therefore, BEFORE talking with ANYONE from Children’s Services, please follow these important steps.
Your Career ABCs: Demystifying Acronyms and Abbreviations
To help you wade through the alphabet soup, OEA’s Collective Bargaining Department has compiled a list of frequently used education-related acronyms and abbreviations.
Commonsense Pointers for Avoiding False Allegations
Tips for all education employees to help you avoid false allegations of sexual misconduct.
FAQ's about Code of Conduct for Educators
Frequently Asked Questions about the revised Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators
