A sabbatical is a paid leave of absence for one semester or one year for the purpose of study, travel, or professional improvement. The purpose of this program is to allow faculty the opportunity to take a leave of absence from their position in order to engage in a special project, study, or travel. Objective Sabbatical leaves benefit the institution, the students and the employee. The District began the Sabbatical program as a means of supporting faculty and administrative development. Any faculty member who has served the District for seven consecutive years may be eligible for consideration.
Applications are due the year preceding the academic year for which the leave is requested.
A participant must agree to serve the District at least two years immediately after the leave is taken. Cost The District pays a percentage of the salary during a sabbatical. For long-term sabbaticals, Faculty may receive full pay for up to one semester. The salary will be paid in the same manner as if the employee were teaching in the District. Sabbaticals for faculty are to be scheduled during summer or outside contract dates for faculty on flexible contracts.