Benefits
Akron Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options that allow employees to select programs best suited to their personal situations. Other benefits such as Professional Development are available year round. At Akron Public Schools, we strive to create a welcoming work environment where employees feel they can bring their whole selves to their jobs.
| Benefit | Included |
|---|---|
| Medical insurance coverage including prescription benefits |  |
| Direct primary medical care program | |
| Wellness discount program | |
| Dental/vision coverage | |
| Life insurance | |
| Pre-tax flexible spending account programs include Medical Expenses (FSA) and Dependent/Day Care Expenses (DCFSA) | |
| Employee assistance program | |
| Voluntary benefits programs | |
| Paid personal leave | |
| Paid holidays/Personal days | |
| State Teachers Retirement Fund (STRS), State Employee Retirement Fund (SERS) or Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) | |
| 403B and 457 Plans | |
At the date of hire or after a life event (marriage, divorce, birth of child, etc.), employees will have 30 days to enroll and/or change their benefit elections. All employee and employer deposits into retirement pension system accounts are automatic and are based on your job position. The district offers several different options for 403B plans and 457 plans, which are available to employees on a voluntary basis.
Manage Your Benefits Online
Use the APS Benefits Resource Portal to enroll in benefits, update your elections after a qualifying life event, and review your current coverage.