Part-Time (B,E,F,L) Employee

At this time, open enrollment is only for employees who are represented by Unions who have had successful negotiations and ratification.

 

The Cigna healthcare plan for currently enrolled employees and dependents will terminate on December 31, 2025; therefore, you must enroll by the December 14, 2025 enrollment deadline.

If you are currently enrolled in Flexible Benefits, you do not need to re-enroll. Your current benefits will continue for the 2026 plan year. There will be no plan design changes for the 2026 plan year. There will be slight rate increases in the dental plans; therefore, premium increases will automatically be applied.

All benefits-eligible part-time employees are provided the opportunity to enroll in our benefits program. In this program, you may select the benefits you need for yourself and your eligible dependents. The premium for these benefits WILL NOT be deducted from your paycheck. FBMC Benefits Management will send a monthly invoice for your benefits.

If you wish to make changes to your current benefits or enroll for benefits effective January 1, 2026, you will need to complete your online enrollment through FBMC’s online self-service benefits enrollment platform. Visit TransAmerica.BenSelect.com/MDCPS and have your employee ID and your confidential PIN ready. Your PIN is the last 4 digits of your SSN + the last 2 digits of your birth year.

We are here to support, guide and assist you with your enrollment: therefore, we are providing face-to-face, telephonic and virtual enrollment assistance with a Benefits Representative. Visit https://test.mdcpsbenefits.com/scheduler/ to schedule an appointment with a Benefits Representative and to select what type of enrollment assistance you would like or by calling 1 (855) 632-7748, Monday- Friday, 7 am – 7 pm, EST.

Should you want to receive an enrollment form via mail, contact the FBMC Service Center at 1 (855) 632-7748, Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., ET, before the enrollment deadline of December 14th, 2025. 

For general questions regarding the 2026 open enrollment, please call the FBMC Service Center at 1 (855) 632-7748, Monday – Friday, 7 am to 7 pm EST.

 

What You Need to Know:

Healthcare

The current Cigna healthcare plans (OAP High, OAP Standard and SureFit*) will continue to be offered. These plans are offered to participants on a guaranteed basis.  The rates are not based on the participant’s medical condition, age or home zip code. Additionally, all of the participant’s out-of-pocket expenses are applied towards the plan’s maximum out-of-pocket.

The three Cigna healthcare plans include providers across all specialties, with the primary distinction being the range of providers available within each network. For more information regarding the Cigna plans click the button below.

*NOTE: Selection of a Primary Care Physician (PCP) is required at the time of enrollment and you must reside in the tri-county (Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach) service area. If a PCP is not selected, Cigna will assign you a participating provider based on your zip code.

Medical Plans

You and your eligible dependent(s) are eligible to enroll in any of offered Cigna Healthcare plans.

NOTE: There is no Board contribution towards the employee’s and dependents’ coverage. Part-time employees are responsible for the full monthly cost of the Board-approved healthcare plans. The cost of these benefits will not be deducted from your paycheck. FBMC Benefits Management will send a monthly invoice for your benefits.

Flexible Benefits:

If you are currently enrolled in Flexible Benefits (i.e. dental, vision, HIC, legal, etc.), those benefits will continue for the 2026 plan year. If you do not want to make any changes to your current Flexible Benefits, you do not need to re-enroll. Your current benefits will continue for the 2026 plan year. There will be no plan design changes for the 2026 plan year. There will be slight rate increases in the dental plans; therefore, premium increases will automatically be applied.

The School Board offers a broad range of high-quality flexible benefits to eligible part-time employees. You are eligible to enroll in any of the following flexible benefits plans:

  • Dental:
    – Delta Dental (DHMO & PPO)
    – UnitedHealthcare Dental (DHMO & PPO)
  • Vision: EyeMed
  • Identity Theft Protection: ID Watchdog
  • Short-Term Disability: The Standard
  • Long-Term Disability: The Standard
  • Legal:
    – ARAG
    – MetLife (Not offered to employees represented by United Teachers of Dade (UTD))
  • Hospital Indemnity Coverage (HIC): Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife)
  • Voluntary Life: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife)
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D): Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife)  (This benefit is NOT available to employees represented by AFSCME).

NOTE: The cost of those benefits WILL NOT be deducted from your paycheck. FBMC Benefits Management will send a monthly invoice for your benefits.

 

Dependent Coverage:

When enrolling your eligible dependent(s), you must have a valid Social Security Number for each dependent. You must also submit proof of eligibility documentation (i.e., marriage certificate for spouse, birth certificate for natural children) upon request. If you do not provide the required documentation, coverage will be terminated.

Termination of Employment:

If you are no longer employed by the School Board, you will be provided the opportunity to continue your benefits in accordance with the Federal COBRA Law. You will be provided the ability to continue your medical, dental and/or vision plan if active and paid up to date at the time of termination.  

FAQs

Getting
Started

What is the Open Enrollment Period?

The Open Enrollment period is a period of time, determined by your employer, during which you are allowed to make any changes to your current benefits.

When are the benefits effective and for how long?

The benefits are effective January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026.

Do I need to enroll?

Cigna healthcare

If enrolled in a Cigna healthcare plan, your and your dependents’ current healthcare plan will terminate on December 31, 2025; therefore, you must enroll by the December 14, 2025 enrollment deadline.

Flexible Benefits

No. This is a changes only enrollment for Flexible benefits, therefore your current Flexible Benefits will continue for the 2026 plan year.

Eligibility

What changes can I make during this enrollment period?

You could change your current medical and/or flexible benefits plan(s), add an eligible dependent or delete a currently covered dependent.

Coverage

How do I Enroll?

If you wish to make changes to your current benefits or enroll for benefits effective January 1, 2026, you will need to complete your online enrollment through FBMC’s online self-service benefits enrollment platform. Visit https://transamerica.benselect.com/MDCPS to complete your online enrollment. You must have your employee ID and your confidential PIN. Your PIN is the last 4 digits of your SSN + the last 2 digits of your birth year.

To obtain a Healthcare and/or Flexible Benefits enrollment form, contact FBMC Service Center at 1-855-MDC-PS4U (1-855-632-7748), Monday – Friday, 7 am – 7 pm ET.

NOTE: There is NO Board contribution towards the employee’s nor the dependent’s healthcare coverage. Part-Time employees are responsible for the full, monthly cost of the Board-approved healthcare plan.

Can I enroll in Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage?

Yes, unless you are represented by the AFSCME labor union.  AFSCME employees CAN NOT enroll in this benefit.

The School Board offers a broad range of high-quality flexible benefits to eligible part-time employees. You are eligible to enroll in any of the following flexible benefits plans: