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Jill Anderson
Waco, TX – The Waco Independent School District Board of Trustees has approved a comprehensive compensation plan for the 2025-2026 school year, designed to reward experienced educators, retain top talent, and ensure competitive wages for all staff.
Key Highlights:
- Teacher Pay Raises:
- Average pay raise for teachers is 8.2 percent
- $1,000 increase for first-year teachers
- Up to $5,000 increases for teachers with 5+ years of experience
- Adjustments align with House Bill 2 teacher retention mandates
- Stipend Enhancements:
Notable increases in extra duty pay for counselors, librarians, instructional specialists, assistant principals, and support staff roles. - General Pay Increases (GPI):
- 2% raise for administrative/professional, paraprofessional, and auxiliary employees.
- New Stipends Introduced:
- $2,000 for Inclusion/Resource Dyslexia Teachers
- $18,000 for MCL III positions
- Relocation Assistance:
- Up to $ 750 for teachers relocating from 250 miles
- Up to $1,000 for teachers relocating over 500 miles
- Health Benefits:
- District contribution increases to $608/month per employee
- $500 annual FSA contribution for those waiving district health insurance
Estimated Cost: $4.9 million, included in the 2025–2026 proposed budget.
Dr. Tiffany Spicer, Waco ISD Superintendent, said, “This compensation plan reflects our ongoing commitment to value our educators, invest in our workforce, and remain competitive across the state.”