Pineywoods Community Academy is committed to continuous professional growth for our educators. Professional development opportunities are aligned to student needs as identified through each campus improvement plan.

Staff development includes instructional best practices, classroom management, seasonal seminars, and ongoing training that reflects current teaching and learning strategies.

Beginning teachers and those new to the district are supported through a structured orientation and a mentorship program led by experienced, trained educators who provide guidance throughout the year. This comprehensive approach ensures all teachers are well-prepared, supported, and positioned for long-term success.

All employees are paid on a semi-monthly basis, with pay dates on the 10th and 24th of each month. If a scheduled pay date falls on a weekend or district-recognized holiday, payment will be issued on the preceding business day, as reflected on the district payroll calendar.

Employee Leave
Full-time employees who work a complete school year are eligible for both local and state leave, in accordance with district administrative regulations and the employee handbook.

Local Leave
Full-time employees may earn up to seven (7) days of local leave per school year. Local leave accrues based on the number of days worked, with a maximum of seven days earned annually, as outlined in administrative regulations:

• 10-month employees: 5 days

• 11-month employees: 6 days

• 12-month employees: 7 days

Unused local leave may carry forward from year to year in accordance with district policy.

State Leave
All eligible full-time employees receive five (5) days of state personal leave each school year, as provided by state law. Unused state personal leave carries forward without limitation, subject to applicable regulations.

Use of Leave
When applicable, local leave is generally used prior to state leave unless otherwise specified in district policy. All leave usage is subject to approval and must be taken in accordance with district procedures and the employee handbook.

PCA provides state health insurance provided through TRS ActiveCare (Blue Cross Blue Shield of TX - Effective Sept. 1, annually). PCA contributes 100% employee only paid toward qualified employee's health coverage. Optional Insurance Plans - several types of individual insurance programs are available to employees, including dental, vision, disability, and cancer. Life insurance - PCA provides employees with a $20,000 life and accident dismemberment insurance policy at no cost.

Go to the PCA Employee Benefits Portal.

On-site Staff Daycare is available, subject to availability.

Pineywoods Community Academy will reimburse eligible employees for tuition expenses (not including fees, books, or supplies) paid to accredited schools, colleges, and universities. The courses must be provided by an accredited college or university and must relate to the
employee’s current assignment.

• Tuition Reimbursement Guidelines
• Tuition Reimbursement Application