Earn Up To Additional $4,500 in Stipends

Start your career today in one of the largest public school districts in Louisiana. With more than 32,000 students across 47 schools, LPSS offers unlimited opportunities to first-time educators.

We offer competitive salary and benefit packages, including recruitment, retention, and returning stipends for eligible employees at select schools. If you’re looking for a supportive work environment where you can grow your career and make a difference in the lives of young people, look no further than Lafayette Parish Public Schools.

The Recruitment and Retention Stipends passed at the April April 13, 2022 Board Meeting are still in effect. In an effort to continue attracting certified talent to LPSS, we are offering a $2,500 Recruitment Stipend and up to $2,000 Retention Stipend to new certified teachers hired for the 2023-2024 school year.