An employer-paid leave of absence authorized by the Illinois School Code, 105 ILCS 5/24-6.1. A member on sabbatical leave may be granted service credit as though he or she had been teaching during the time of the leave. The earnings that are reported are based on the salary rate last reported to TRS prior to the leave. This type of leave is generally for resident study, research, travel, or another purpose designed to improve the school system.

a leave usually taken every seventh year

a privilege accorded to qualified academic appointees to enable them to engage in intensive programs of research and/or study and thus enhance their subsequent service to the University by increasing their effectiveness as teachers and scholars

a competitive process awarded to eligible faculty on the strength of his/her application

an opportunity to broaden or deepen educational interests, to explore new areas, or examine instructional methods to upgrade the educational program of the college by improving faculty competency

a benefit provided to employees whereby the employee is entitled to time off with pay, over and above routine vacation time, after working for a specified period of time

Paid time off the job to develop and rejuvenate oneself.

a plan developed by the Congregational Council and pastor