Short Unpaid Sick Leave a. A teacher may take a short, unpaid leave of absence (one to six weeks) due to disability or illness. The teacher must present a doctor's statement (M.D., D.O.) stating the nature of the disability or illness and an expected return date to unrestricted employment. If requested by the employer, the teacher must have the disability or illness and the time required for recovery verified by a Board selected (Board paid) physician.
