Employee Benefits, Payroll, Retirement/403b Information
Health, Dental and Life Insurance Information
Employees who work twenty hours or more per week in an assignment for six months or greater are eligible for benefits through the Town of Needham.
Please note that any change in enrollment must be completed within 30 days of the qualifying event.
Please click on this link to visit the Town of Needham benefits page.
There you will find fillable enrollment forms for health, dental, and vision plans, comparison charts, the rate sheet, as well as, health savings and flexible spending/dependent care enrollment information.
Once you have completed a form please email it to the school Human Resources office at [email protected]
Wellness Program
Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to ensuring that its employees have access to as many tools as possible to sustain a healthy lifestyle. The district has created and partnered with other entities to offer programs and incentives to support endeavors by employees to eat healthy, exercise frequently and foster a healthy lifestyle. These include discounted gym memberships, wellness challenges and more!
Payroll Information
This online system will allow you to update your tax withholdings, view your paycheck receipts, as well as a copy of your W2.
Portal Paystub/W2 Instructions:
Access Guide Portal instructions - non-Needham school email users
Infinite Visions Employee Portal
Information about Form 1095-C and Why You Have Received One.pdf
SAMPLE 1095-C Form
1095-C codes.pdf
Credit Union Membership/Savings Plan
Employees are eligible to join the Wellesley Credit Union and can have deductions taken from their
payroll checks for some of the services offered by the Credit Union. If you have any questions, please call
(781) 235-0503.
Direct Federal Credit Union
All NPS faculty and staff are eligible to become members of Direct Federal Credit Union and receive loan discounts, premium rates on deposits, reduced closing costs, & other specials throughout the year. Through the Direct@Work program, you have a financial resource available to you to help with all of your financial needs.
Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA)
Short & Long Term Disability Income Protection Insurance Highlights
Short & Long Term Disability Income Enrollment form
Retirement Guidance & Information
Whether you are beginning to plan for retirement or preparing to submit your notice, the Human Resources team is here to support you through every step of the transition.
Step 1: Identify Your Retirement System
Retirement system participation is determined by your employment unit and position:
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Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System (MTRS)
Applies to Teachers and Administrators (Units A and B, Principals, and Central Administrators), as well as eligible non-represented staff.
Visit the MTRS Website
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Watch MTRS Retirement Preparation Videos
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Town of Needham Contributory Retirement System
Applies to Teaching Assistants, Program Specialists, Secretaries, Office Assistants, Food Service Workers, and Managers (Units C, D, and E), as well as eligible non-represented staff.
Visit the Town of Needham Retirement Page
Step 2: Contractual Notice Deadlines & Sick Leave Buyback
To qualify for sick leave buyback payments upon retirement, eligible staff must complete and submit the Retirement Notification and Sick Leave Buyback Form to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in accordance with their bargaining unit contract deadlines:
| Unit / Role |
Required Notice Timeline |
Contract & Rate Notes |
| Units A & B |
November 1 of the calendar year prior to the school year of retirement (~18 months in advance) |
Required to qualify for sick leave buyback. |
| Unit C |
At least 6 months prior to retirement date |
Required to qualify for sick leave buyback. |
| Unit D |
At least 6 months prior to retirement date |
Buyback rates vary by retirement date:
• June 30 retirement: $40 per 7-hour day
• Other times of year: $26 per 7-hour day
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| Unit E |
At least 90 days prior to retirement date |
Required to qualify for sick leave buyback. |
| Individually Contracted / Non-Represented Staff |
Refer to individual employment contract |
Requirements and timelines vary by contract. |
Step 3: Next Steps & Scheduling a Consultation
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Review Your Contract: Check your specific collective bargaining agreement for full details regarding eligibility and benefits.
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Submit Your Form: Complete the Retirement Notification and Sick Leave Buyback Form before your applicable unit deadline.
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Schedule a Meeting: If you would like to discuss your retirement timeline or ask specific questions, please contact:
Social Security
Government Pension Offset
What You Can Do Online - Social Security
Workshop Powerpoint Presentation
403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Information
TSA Consulting Group, Needham's third-party administrator, manages all aspects of the 403(b) voluntary retirement annuity accounts. You will find everything you need to open a new account or manage an existing account on this website.
The Annual Administrative Fee paid to TSA for a 403b is $22.50.
403(b) TSA Consulting Group enrollment/change form
457 plan