The union has negotiated and advocated strongly for many years to maintain the integrity of lesson plans as a tool created by and for teachers.

As a member of the UFT Welfare Fund, you and your eligible dependents can obtain optical services once every two years.

UFT members can use the union’s English language learners complaint form to advocate for English language learners.

Gratefulness is an awareness practice: a way of deepening and directing our attention. Research psychologists have found that people who have a sense of gratitude feel happier, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness and have stronger...

Addiction is often referred to as a “family disease” because it affects the entire family.

By investing part of your paycheck in a tax-deferred annuity, you take an important step toward a secure retirement.

The following Q&A answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the teacher evaluation system for the 2022-23 school year.

FAQ for UFT members employed in the DOE’s Division of Early Childhood Education

Anyone who works in a demanding setting knows that effective time management is a key to success. Here are some ways to set yourself up for a more productive and better year ahead.

Thanks to the union’s advocacy, UFT-represented educators will be reimbursed for some out-of-pocket expenses through Teacher’s Choice at the same levels as the previous school year. Teachers will once again receive about $250.