Compensation and Incentives

From salaries to stipends, from healthcare to childcare, we are making an investment in our educators and staff. We're ensuring that when you call AISD your home, you're well taken care of in and out of the classroom.

Compensation and Salary

AISD values its employees and works hard to make sure they are appropriately compensated. We are setting the standard in Central Texas with our comprehensive compensation and benefits package. 

Click here to view the 2026-2027 Compensation Manual

A Comprehensive Compensation Package that supports you!

Teacher Incentive Allotment

Austin ISD is thrilled to announce our official acceptance into the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) through the Texas Education Agency. TIA was created by the Texas Legislature to provide a pathway for top-performing teachers to earn higher salaries and help districts attract and retain highly effective teachers. Learn more about TIA in Austin ISD.

Professional Pathways for Teachers and Leadership Pathways (PPfT)

PPfT gives teachers the opportunity to add permanent increases to their base salary by completing their own professional learning goals! PPfT blends appraisal, compensation, leadership pathways and professional development, and allows teachers to choose a pathway that best suits their needs and aspirations. Learn more on the PPfT page!

Health and Wellbeing Benefits

The district offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees and their families so that they are empowered to live healthy, balanced and fulfilling lives. We offer wellbeing incentives, employee assistance programs, and discounts to local health and wellness vendors in the area. Learn more on our Benefits & Leave page.

Unique Incentives

• Mentorships and support for first and second-year teachers
• Cohorts for staff to find community, collaboration and support with their peers
• Employee discounts for housing, retail, and food with local vendors
• Talent development opportunities for professional growth
• Federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program

2026-27 Stipends

• Bilingual Stipend
  Up to $7,000 a year for Bilingual classroom teachers
   

• Special Education Stipend
  Up to $7,000 a year for Special Education classroom teachers
   

• National Board Certified Teacher Stipend
  Stipends for National Board Certified classroom teachers, counselors, and librarians

For more information, please see the Compensation Manual.