Retire/Rehire in Maryland for teachers?

[Anonymous]

Another staff member said this was an option if you are in a high need area, but I am having trouble finding details about salary restrictions and a list of high need content areas.

I do know that I have to wait 45 days before applying.

If anyone has info I appreciate it!

[Anonymous]

Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

I think it is very rare and as someone else mentioned, the teacher needs to be in an area of high need where a replacement can't be found. There was a teacher at the Blair Magnet who retired last year but came back last fall. The classes he taught were unique, and as I understand it, MCPS truly wasn't able to find a replacement. I've heard that they now have a replacement, so he won't be returning this fall.

[Anonymous]

I've done it. I did it last year in Pg county. I was able to get my pension and salary.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

I think it is very rare and as someone else mentioned, the teacher needs to be in an area of high need where a replacement can't be found. There was a teacher at the Blair Magnet who retired last year but came back last fall. The classes he taught were unique, and as I understand it, MCPS truly wasn't able to find a replacement. I've heard that they now have a replacement, so he won't be returning this fall.

My understanding was he came back as a long term sub. He was thrilled to not have all the extra work of a full teacher.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

I think it is very rare and as someone else mentioned, the teacher needs to be in an area of high need where a replacement can't be found. There was a teacher at the Blair Magnet who retired last year but came back last fall. The classes he taught were unique, and as I understand it, MCPS truly wasn't able to find a replacement. I've heard that they now have a replacement, so he won't be returning this fall.

My understanding was he came back as a long term sub. He was thrilled to not have all the extra work of a full teacher.

What's the difference? What don't LTS's do that permanent teachers do?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

I think it is very rare and as someone else mentioned, the teacher needs to be in an area of high need where a replacement can't be found. There was a teacher at the Blair Magnet who retired last year but came back last fall. The classes he taught were unique, and as I understand it, MCPS truly wasn't able to find a replacement. I've heard that they now have a replacement, so he won't be returning this fall.

My understanding was he came back as a long term sub. He was thrilled to not have all the extra work of a full teacher.

What's the difference? What don't LTS's do that permanent teachers do?

Typically in a high functioning school, they'd be getting lessons from someone else or the teacher that left them behind. Depending on the timeframe, they may not have to do final grades. They don't attend all staff meetings.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Over my 20 years with MCPS, I’ve also heard many people mention the ability to do it, but never met anyone who actually has done it. It’s always “You know, you CAN…” and never “I did it.” or “My sister did it.”. This makes me suspect that it is either very difficult to accomplish or people realize during that 45 days that they don’t want to go back.

+1

There are also some restrictions on salary from what I gather. I have heard of teachers teaching across state lines after retiring and a pension in their home state. But that’s not as easy as it sounds due to all the different state requirements and background requirements. Much easier for admin to do though.

[Anonymous]

I think you can work a certain number of hours per year (after the 45 days) but not full time. You can also sub or be a part (because paras are a different union).

[Anonymous]

I am currently in my second year doing it in PG county. If you work in a title I school or a school that is over 50% free and reduced meals there is no restriction on your pay and you will still get your pension. It’s not rare that people do it. It’s called the “retire/rehire” program and it can only be done for 5 years.

[Anonymous]

One of my colleagues retired from Baltimore County schools and then was hired by the city. Different subject area. She was hired to teach ESOL which always seems to be a critical need area. So she gets a pension and a salary.

[Anonymous]

I feel like you have to stay under a certain number of hours. You could always go work in Virginia or DC after you retire in Maryland.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:One of my colleagues retired from Baltimore County schools and then was hired by the city. Different subject area. She was hired to teach ESOL which always seems to be a critical need area. So she gets a pension and a salary.

I forgot to mention that there is a pretty big tax penalty for her doing this but she still makes a ton of money.

[Anonymous]

I know of one classroom teacher who came back as a short-term substitute and has been doing that for some years now.

[Anonymous]

I know a staff member who did retire / rehire in the area of special Ed here in mcps