What are the laws governing Maternity/Disability leave?
Women are provided maternity/disability leave by NJ state law. A woman is allowed 40 days maternity leave provided that she has 40 days banked in her sick day bank. If a woman does not have 40 days, she will be allowed the amount of days accumulated in her sick bank. A woman must put in a request for maternity leave as soon as she can so that the BOE can secure a sub. Please see a grievance committee member who will help with writing letters and explaining procedure. During maternity/disability leave a staff member is paid her salary and her medical benefits are provided as well.
