Long Beach BOE, Teachers Reach Contract Agreement

The Long Beach Board of Education has reached a new contract agreement with the district’s teachers union, which the district says includes benefits for both sides.

The new contract, which goes into effect April 1, will increase salaries by .5 percent this year and next year, and will raise to a .75 percent increase for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 school years. Those currently on Step 17 or higher will also receive a $300 payment this year.

The Long Beach Classroom Teachers Association is comprised of teachers, guidance counselors and nurses. Health insurance contributions will remain the same as they have been, at 15 percent of the premium, and the district’s work calendar will increase by one instructional day (from 180 to 181) starting in 2017-18.

“We are pleased that our board and teachers union have come to an agreement, and that we are able to provide continued benefits to our staff members,” said Superintendent of Schools David Weiss. “The efforts and time of all involved are appreciated.”