- August 5, 2026
Volusia County Schools and teachers union Volusia United Educators recently reached an agreement regarding Teacher Salary Increase Allocation funding.
According to a news release by the school district, the agreement includes about $611,111 more in funding on top of the previously allocated $4 million. The TSIA is composed of state dollars distributed to school districts to help with recruitment and retention of teachers and instructional personnel.
The agreement dictates that teachers will receive the following salary increases, based on teaching experience:
“Our employees are the foundation of Volusia County Schools, and we remain committed to supporting and investing in the people who make a difference in the lives of students every day,” Superintendent Dr. Carmen Balgobin said in the news release. “This agreement reflects our shared dedication to attracting and retaining outstanding educators by enhancing compensation for both new and experienced teachers. We are grateful to our School Board, employees, families, students, and community partners for their continued support as we work together to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed."
While an agreement on TSIA allocations has been reached, collective bargaining continues with VUE for new educators and those not eligible for TSIA dollars.
In a letter to union members clarifying the TSIA agreement, VUE President Elizabeth Albert said VUE is "bargaining in good faith to secure an equitable outcome for all instructional employees."
Education support professionals, and trades and service professionals do not receive TSIA funding, Albert explained in the letter, adding that local negotiations are taking place "within the limitations created by the state."
"The frustration surrounding this legislation is understandable," Albert wrote. "But that frustration should not be directed toward coworkers who may qualify for funding, or toward those who were excluded. It should not divide educators from one another. The real issue is not who was included. The real issue is that the Legislature chose not to invest in every educator."
