A union of professionals
Learn about our proposed health care plan
The Municipal Labor Committee and the city reached a tentative agreement on a health care plan for in‑service and pre-Medicare employees. Review FAQs, view our slide deck presentation and read more details about the plan.
What's new
Teacher's Choice allotments released
See how much you will be reimbursed for purchases of supplementary supplies and materials this school year.
Help us get out the vote!
See upcoming dates for boroughwide canvassing and phone banks to get out the vote for Mamdani and other endorsed candidates this November.
Hispanic Heritage Month resources
Celebrate the cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Union Rights and Benefits
Salary
UFT members earn pay increases based on experience thanks to the bargaining power of the union.
Pension
A defined-benefit pension will provide guaranteed monthly payments from the day you retire for the rest of your life.
Contracts
Through the strength of collective bargaining, the union has negotiated contracts that protect the rights of its members.
Join the union!
As a union member, you'll have access to valuable benefits and gain a voice in your professional life.
More for Members
UFT Mobile App
A new mobile app has been launched for members to connect with us and access important information.
UFT Member Hub
The Member Hub has personalized content, services and resources you need as a UFT member.