The LTA has a written constitution that guides the actions taken by the executive board. The board consists of a president or co-presidents, a vice-president/secretary, welfare chair, treasurer, and a representative from each building. This board meets monthly and meetings are open to all members.
The LTA is responsible for negotiating and maintaining the teaching contract that determines the wages, benefits, hours, and professional working conditions for the teachers they represent.
The LTA maintains a positive, collaborative working partnership with the Lincolnwood District 74 administration and Board of Education. The administrations hosts monthly meetings at which members of the Board of Education, the Superintendent, the business manager, and the president(s) of the LTA meet to discuss issues of mutual concern.