A union of professionals
Marking our 63rd anniversary
Climate change is a labor issue
Join your fellow UFT members at the NYC climate march and rally on Sunday, Sept. 17, on the eve of the United Nations climate summit to demand bold action to stop global warming.
What's new
Gov. Hochul signs legislation to spur teacher recruitment
School districts will be incentivized to develop "grow your own" initiatives to attract and retain teaching candidates from underrepresented communities.
Catastrophic medical insurance
Enrollment is now open for NYSUT's Catastrophe Major Medical Plan that offers coverage for expenses that a basic health plan might not.
Know your rights
Check our Contract 2023 Hub to learn more about the new agreement and the important rights and benefits it provides.
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.
#UnionProud
"When I became a full-time teacher, my salary did not reflect my prior experience. The UFT helped me file a grievance...
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"I am so happy and relieved that UFT’s Student Debt Relief Program helped me get $62,865 in loans waived...
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"I had to be sure the classroom was safe. It was becoming a dangerous situation until the UFT stepped in...
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More for Members
Teaching resources
Instructional planning, funding projects, culturally responsive curriculum and more.