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Holiday toy drive
Donate a new, unwrapped toy for children from the ages of newborn to 16 and share in the season of joy. Donations will be accepted until Dec. 17.
What's new
November is open enrollment for city health plans
DOE employees may now transfer from their current health plan to another plan offered by the city. Members in GHI CBP will automatically be enrolled in the NYCE PPO plan as of Jan. 1. Learn more »
TRS announces new Roth option
A Roth plan is being offered in 2026 that allows for tax-free withdrawals upon retirement. Enrollment is now open.
BERS to TRS transfer form due Dec. 10
BERS-enrolled members seeking to transfer to TRS must complete and notarize a key form by Dec. 10 for their transfer to be finalized.
Day of Action 2025
UFT members around the city participated in a Day of Action to show solidarity with paraprofessionals. The action was timed to coincide with the City Council’s public hearing for the “RESPECT check” bill, which would provide annual checks of at least $10,000 to paraprofessionals.
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.
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UFT Mobile App
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