Maternity leave:
May be paid if personal or sick leave is available.
May be taken as unpaid leave under FMLA.
May be taken as unpaid temporary disability leave during pregnancy and also for the length of the mother’s physical recovery if physical conditions interfere with ability to perform duties.
Local district policy may provide additional benefits. Employees may consult employee handbooks or district policy manuals to find local policies explaining available benefits and how to apply for maternity leave, or they may request such information from districts’ personnel offices.