Free School Service Contract Template
School Service Contract
This School Service Contract ("Contract") is entered into on this [Date] by and between [Your Company Name], a duly organized and existing institution of education located at [Your Company Address] ("School"), and [Service Provider Name], with a principal place of business located at [Service Provider Address] ("Service Provider").
1. Purpose
This Contract is established to outline the terms and conditions under which the Service Provider will provide certain services to the School. These services are intended to support the educational objectives and operational efficiency of the School.
2. Services Provided
The Service Provider agrees to perform the following services ("Services"):
a. Service Description
The Service Provider agrees to provide the following services to the School:
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Scope of Services:
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Conducting monthly workshops for students on [topic] to enhance their [skill/ knowledge].
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Providing personalized tutoring sessions for students struggling with [subject].
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Assisting in the development and implementation of a new [program/ curriculum] to improve student engagement.
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Duration:
The services will commence on [start date] and continue until [end date], unless terminated earlier in accordance with the terms of this Contract.
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Specific Requirements/Standards:
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The Service Provider shall ensure that all workshops are interactive and engaging, catering to the diverse learning needs of students.
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Personalized tutoring sessions shall be tailored to the specific learning goals and pace of each student.
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The development of the new [program/curriculum] shall adhere to the guidelines and standards set forth by the School Board and relevant educational authorities.
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Additional Services:
The Service Provider may be requested to provide additional services beyond the scope outlined above, subject to mutual agreement and additional compensation as agreed upon by both parties.
b. Service Delivery Schedule
Timetable for the delivery of services, including start and end dates, and any milestones or deadlines to be adhered to.
c. Personnel and Resources
Identification of key personnel involved in the provision of services, including their qualifications and roles, as well as any resources or materials to be supplied by the Service Provider.
3. Compensation
a. Payment Terms
The School agrees to compensate the Service Provider for the Services rendered in accordance with the rates and payment schedule. The payment schedule for the School Service Contract includes an initial payment upon contract signing, followed by monthly service fees due on a specified date each month. Additionally, milestone payments are outlined for specific project milestones, with a final payment due upon completion and acceptance of services. The Service Provider may also be reimbursed for pre-approved out-of-pocket expenses, not exceeding a specified amount per month. Late payments may incur a late fee, and invoices are to be submitted by a specified date each month.
b. Invoices and Payment
The Service Provider shall submit detailed invoices to the School on a [monthly/quarterly] basis. The School agrees to pay each invoice within [30/60] days of receipt, provided that the invoice is accurate and conforms to the terms of this Contract.
c. Reimbursement of Expenses
Any out-of-pocket expenses incurred by the Service Provider in the course of providing the Services shall be reimbursed by the School, subject to prior approval and submission of valid receipts.
4. Term and Termination
a. Term
This Contract shall commence on the date first written above and shall continue in effect until [end date], unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of this Contract.
b. Termination for Convenience
Either party may terminate this Contract for convenience by providing [30/60] days written notice to the other party.
c. Termination for Cause
Either party may terminate this Contract immediately upon written notice if the other party breaches any material term of this Contract and fails to cure such breach within [15/30] days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.
d. Effect of Termination
Upon termination of this Contract, the Service Provider shall cease all Services and shall deliver to the School all work in progress, completed work, and any other materials related to the Services. The School shall pay the Service Provider for all Services rendered up to the date of termination.
5. Performance Standards
a. Quality of Services
The Service Provider agrees to perform the Services with the highest standards of professionalism and in a manner consistent with industry standards.
b. Compliance with Laws
The Service Provider shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies of the School in the performance of the Services.
c. Performance Reviews
The School reserves the right to conduct periodic performance reviews of the Service Provider to ensure compliance with the terms of this Contract and the quality of the Services provided.
6. Confidentiality
a. Confidential Information
The Service Provider acknowledges that during the course of performing the Services, it may have access to confidential and proprietary information of the School. The Service Provider agrees to maintain the confidentiality of such information and to use it only for the purposes of performing the Services under this Contract.
b. Return of Confidential Information
Upon termination of this Contract, the Service Provider shall return to the School all confidential information in its possession or control.
7. Indemnification
a. Indemnification by Service Provider
The Service Provider agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the School, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in connection with the Service Provider's performance of the Services or breach of this Contract.
b. Indemnification by School
The School agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Service Provider, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or in connection with the School's use of the Services or breach of this Contract.
8. Insurance
a. Insurance Requirements
The Service Provider shall maintain at its own expense during the term of this Contract the following insurance coverages:
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Comprehensive General Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $[amount] per occurrence and $[amount] in the aggregate.
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Professional Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $[amount] per occurrence and $[amount] in the aggregate.
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Workers' Compensation Insurance as required by applicable law.
b. Evidence of Insurance
The Service Provider shall provide the School with certificates of insurance evidencing the required coverages prior to the commencement of the Services and shall promptly notify the School of any material changes to or cancellation of such coverages.
9. Independent Contractor
a. Independent Contractor Status
The Service Provider is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or representative of the School. Nothing in this Contract shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, or employer-employee relationship between the parties.
b. Responsibility for Taxes and Benefits
The Service Provider shall be solely responsible for all taxes, withholdings, and other statutory obligations, as well as for providing any benefits to its employees.
10. Dispute Resolution
a. Negotiation
In the event of any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Contract, the parties shall first attempt to resolve the dispute through good faith negotiations.
b. Mediation
If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation within [30/60] days, the parties agree to submit the dispute to mediation before a mutually agreed-upon mediator.
c. Arbitration
If the dispute is not resolved through mediation, it shall be finally settled by binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the [Arbitration Association], and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
11. Miscellaneous
a. Amendments
This Contract may be amended or modified only by a written agreement signed by both parties.
b. Governing Law
This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [State], without regard to its conflict of law principles.
c. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, and representations, whether written or oral.
d. Notices
All notices, requests, consents, and other communications required or permitted under this Contract shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given when delivered by hand, email, facsimile, or mailed by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, with postage prepaid, to the respective addresses of the parties set forth above.
e. Severability
If any provision of this Contract is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
f. Waiver
The waiver by either party of any breach or default of any provision of this Contract shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach or default.
g. Assignment
This Contract may not be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other party.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract as of the day and year first above written.
[Your Company Name]
[Authorized Representative Name]
[Job Title]
[Service Provider Name]
[Authorized Representative Name]
[Job Title]
