Paid Sick Leave for Assistantships
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Summary
Graduate assistants (TA, RA, GRA, GA) are eligible for a paid sick time benefit under New York State law. While students in assistantship positions often have considerable flexibility to adjust their schedules and duties, the policy is designed to provide further assurances.
Eligible assistants:
- Accrue 0.2917 days per pay period for a total of seven paid sick days if appointed for a full 12-month calendar year. Students with less than a 12-month appointment will receive a prorated amount using the same accrual rate.
Paid sick leave can be used for:
- Personal or family members’ mental or physical illness,
- Diagnosis, care, or treatment of personal or family member’s mental or physical illness,
- Absences related to domestic violence, family offenses, sexual offenses, stalking, and human trafficking.
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Jason Kahabka
Associate Dean for Administration