Professional Leave

Some employees serving in specific capacities with state or local organizations may request a Professional Leave of Absence. Such leaves must be approved prior to any travel and prior to the beginning of the term of service, and some cases may require the superintendent's approval. Professional leave is also required when traveling on official district business, using district funds for approved conferences or events, and other similar circumstances. Professional leave must be approved prior to traveling.  

JCPS employees seeking to use professional leave should complete and sign the electronic form and then route it to their immediate supervisor.  Much like the previous paper versions of the Professional Leave Form, it is the employee's responsibility to include appropriate documentation regarding the event (including how attendance supports the employee's contribution to the JCPS mission and vision). During the 2023-24 school year, substitute teachers will not be allowed Professional Leave requests except for supervision of students at official student organization events and competitions. Professional Leave Forms will only need to be routed to the Leave Center in the event that the employee is traveling while supervising students or an extenuating circumstance related to the instances mentioned above. To apply, fill out the Professional Leave Form (PDF).