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New Teacher Orientation
Benefits and Payroll August 17, 2015
Contact Information Teresa Craft – Benefits and Return to Work Coordinator
629-4587 Ext 1745
Karen Maske – Human Resources (Certification, Course Reimbursement)
629-4587 Ext 1735
Angela Mitchell – Teacher Payroll
629-4587 Ext 1435
Amy Steele – Cafeteria, Custodian, Administrative Payroll
629-4587 Ext 1445
Michele Widen – Paraeducator Payroll
629-4587 Ext 1445
Benefits (First of the month following the date of hire)
6 Health Plans Highmark Delaware (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
Aetna
2 Dental Plans Delta Dental
Dominion Dental
Vision Plan EyeMed
Benefit Selection
Overview of Planshttp://ben.omb.delaware.gov/
Schedule an appointment with Teresa, Angela or Amy to make benefit selections.
New Seaford School District employees transferring from other Delaware State Agencies, not wanting to make changes, can send an email to Teresa Craft stating that they want their benefits to remain the same.
New Rates Effective September 1, 2015
Total Monthly
Rate
State Pays
Employee/Pensioner
ContributionsHighmark Delaware First State Basic Plan
Employee $645.74 $619.88 $25.86Employee & Spouse $1,336.02 $1,282.60 $53.42Employee & Child(ren) $981.60 $942.34 $39.26Family $1,670.08 $1,603.30 $66.78
Aetna CDH GoldEmployee $668.32 $634.92 $33.40Employee & Spouse $1,385.74 $1,316.48 $69.26Employee & Child(ren) $1,021.10 $970.06 $51.04Family $1,760.46 $1,672.44 $88.02
Highmark Delaware CDH GoldEmployee $668.32 $634.92 $33.40Employee & Spouse $1,385.74 $1,316.48 $69.26Employee & Child(ren) $1,021.10 $970.06 $51.04Family $1,760.46 $1,672.44 $88.02
Aetna HMOEmployee $674.14 $630.34 $43.80Employee & Spouse $1,421.36 $1,328.96 $92.40Employee & Child(ren) $1,031.28 $964.24 $67.04Family $1,773.54 $1,658.28 $115.26
Highmark Delaware HMO/IPAEmployee $674.68 $630.86 $43.82Employee & Spouse $1,425.86 $1,333.18 $92.68Employee & Child(ren) $1,032.32 $965.22 $67.10Family $1,778.98 $1,663.34 $115.64
Highmark Delaware Comprehensive PPO PlanEmployee $737.22 $639.54 $97.68Employee & Spouse $1,529.78 $1,327.10 $202.68Employee & Child(ren) $1,136.16 $985.64 $150.52Family $1,912.44 $1,659.06 $253.38
Dominion Dental HMOEmployeeEmployee & SpouseEmployee & Child(ren)Family
$24.74$46.00$49.58$67.32
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
$24.74$46.00$49.58$67.32
Delta Dental PPO plus PremierEmployeeEmployee & SpouseEmployee & Child(ren)Family
$35.34$72.14$70.82$118.18
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
$35.34$72.14$70.82$118.18
EyeMed Vision PlanEmployeeEmployee & SpouseEmployee & Child(ren)Family
$6.30$9.94$10.14$16.36
$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
$6.30$9.94$10.14$16.36
HEALTH RATES
Amounts on rate sheet are shown as monthly rates.o Determine cost per pay by dividing by 2. Deductions will be over 24
pays.
Regular employees begin earning State Share contributions on the first of the month following three full months of employment. o Seaford School District will contribute $619.88 monthly
toward any chosen health plan to help offset the cost during that period.
o When employee earns State Share contributions, the employee may make a change to their health plan.
Important Benefit Reminders
Changes to Coverage
Open Enrollment – May with July 1st effective date
Qualifying Event - birth of a child, divorce, death of a spouse, change in spouse’s coverage, etc. MUST contact us within 30 calendar days of the qualifying event.
Important Benefit Reminders
Spouse eligibility for medical coverage
http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/documents/cob/index.shtml
Example: If contributions by the spouse’s employer are less than 50% of the premium for the lowest benefit plan available through the spouse's employer, it is not necessary for the spouse to enroll in his or her own employer's plan.
If covering a spouse under your medical plan, a Spousal Coordination of Benefits must be completed online or there will be a reduction in benefits.
Benefit Documentation
Enrolling a SpouseMarriage license Spouse’s social security number
Enrolling dependentsBirth CertificateSocial Security Card
Other Benefit Programs
Group Life Insurance – Minnesota Life
Flexible Spending Account – ASI Flex Allow you to set aside pre-tax dollars for health care expenses and
dependent care.
Supplemental Benefits through Aflac
Disability Insurance Program
Blood Bank Membership
Benefit - Employee Leave 10 Month Employees receive 10 Days of Sick Leave each year, 3
of which can be used as Personal Days.
If transferring from another district, any verified leave time will be added to allotted 10 days.
If an employee is out for more than 3 days, medical documentation is needed.
Any employee who needs to be out more than 5 days, must contact Teresa Craft, Benefits Coordinator.
Leave of Absence, Short Term Disability, FMLA – must be coordinated through Teresa Craft.
Any unused Sick Leave days will rollover into the next school year.
Aesop – Leave Reporting
Kelly Services Aesop – Employee Leave Tracking and Substitute Fulfillment System
Available 24/7 via Internet, Phone and Mobile Devices
https://Kelly.aesoponline.com/login.asp, 1-800-942-3767 – must be done one (1) hour before start time
KAST Service Center – 1-866-535-5998 – must be called to submit absence when cannot enter online or via regular phone system
Absences – must be communicated to building administrator in advance
Absences – School Business, Illness, Personal, etc. – All must be recorded in Aesop
School Business – Blue Forms must still be completed for funding/approval and the absence loaded in Aesop/Form submitted five school days in advance
Must include Note to Administrator - CIF, Religious Holiday, School Business, DIF, Funeral Relative, and Pay Dock
DELAWARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Human Management Services (HMS) provides assistance to members in balancing life's challenges in the following areas.
Marital Relationships
Family/Parenting Issues
Stress Management
Grief and Loss
Eldercare/Childcare
Legal/Financial
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
Balance Work and Family
www.hmsincorp.com 1-800-343-2186
Health & Well-Being
Nurse24℠ - you can reach Alere® toll free at (1-866-674-9103) for program questions, comments, concerns and Nurse 24℠. Nurse24℠ provides you direct access to a registered nurse to answer health-related questions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Nurse24℠ also provides you with a convenient way to get information on routine illness and minor injury and to help you make wise choices in how to use your healthcare dollars to get the most appropriate care for your health situation.
Your calls are completely confidential!
PENSION
What do I contribute to my pension? As an employee of the State of Delaware, you contribute a certain
percentage of each paycheck to the State's pension fund. Employees hired prior to January 1, 2012 contribute 3% of that portion of their monthly compensation which exceeds $6,000 per year. Employees hired after December 31, 2011 contribute 5% of that portion of their monthly compensation which exceeds $6,000 per year.
Effective January 1, 1993, employee contributions to pension are pre-tax.
PENSION
What does my employer contribute to my pension?
The State and employer pay the balance of the required pension contribution, each proportionate to its share of your salary. The State and employer contribute 20.66% of its covered payroll into the Pension Trust Fund as of July 1, 2013.
PENSION
Can I use accrued sick leave toward my pension? Yes, one (1) month of credited service can be
purchased for each twenty-one (21) days of accrued sick leave beyond ninety (90) days or the balance for which the employee received payment for up to twelve (12) months.
SAVING FOR RETIREMENT
403(b) TSA Plan457(b) Plan
http://treasurer.delaware.gov/deferred_compensation/
PAYROLL
When will I receive my first pay check?
Balanced Calendar - September 4, 2015 Regular Calendar - September 18, 2015
Payroll
How often will I be paid?Employees are paid biweekly, every other Friday, 26 times
a year (unless a 10 month employee selects 22 pays). Health, Dental and Vision Benefits are deducted in only 24 pays (twice per month).
How will I receive my paycheck?State of Delaware requires direct deposit. Your first
paycheck will be a paper “live” check. If you should decide to change banks a new Direct Deposit Authorization form will need to completed and given to the business office.
EMPLOYEE SELF SERVICE
View pay and benefit informationMake benefit changes during Open
EnrollmentUpdate personal information such as
address, telephone number, email address and emergency contact information
www.employeeselfservice.omb.Delaware.gov
Employee Resources
Seaford School District Website
www.seafordbluejays.org
Staff
Staff Resources
Links – Deeds, IMS, Delaware DOE,
Aesop
Benefits
Contracts
Certification
Course Reimbursement
Questions
Welcome! We are here to provide assistance. Please feel free to contact us.
Have a great school year!
