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Teachers, union leaders press committee for paid parental leave and higher pay during contract talks
Summary
Educators and the New Bedford Educators Association urged the committee for a contract that includes living wages and paid parental leave, citing turnover and recruitment challenges. NBEA leaders said nearly 180 new hires this year reflect about 15% turnover.
Union leaders and dozens of teachers told the New Bedford School Committee Tuesday that contract talks must produce a stronger financial package, including paid parental leave, to retain staff and recruit new educators.
Thomas Nickerson, president of the New Bedford Educators Association, said the union is negotiating with the district and urged a "strong financial package" to provide a living wage and paid parental leave for members. "Our members have gathered here tonight to implore the school committee, to offer the best financial package possible in order to provide a living…
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