Sacramento, CA - The Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education unanimously approved a new two-year contract with Service Employees International Union, the labor partner representing hundreds of nutrition services workers, bus drivers, school office managers, instructional aides, technology support specialists, and other administrative and support staff.

The contract includes the following changes to compensation and working conditions:

• 2% salary increase for all unit members retroactive to July 1, 2023
• 4% salary increase for all unit members retroactive to July 1, 2024
• Adjusts the main SEIU salary schedule to address salary compaction among the lowest-paid employees
• Minimizes the District’s use of outside contractors
• Streamlines employee transfer and promotion language

“This new contract demonstrates the District’s commitment to leveling compensation and uplifting some of our lowest-paid employees to a status that is more reflective of their immense value to the families and students we serve,” said Jasjit Singh, President of the SCUSD Board of Education.

“We are thrilled to announce the approval of a fair and forward-thinking contract that delivers much-needed salary increases and strong language to support our members, including our district’s lowest-paid employees,” said Karla Faucett, SEIU Chapter President. “This agreement not only addresses the critical need for competitive pay to retain and attract talented classified workers but also assists in filling vacancies as we continue to recruit and hire for essential positions needed to support the students we serve. Together, we’re building a brighter future for our schools, staff, and community,” said Faucett.

The District and SEIU look forward to beginning a new round of contract negotiations in the spring and working collaboratively toward an agreement for the 2025-2026 academic year.