Secure Your Future
All about your pension benefits
UFT members are among the rare 20% of US workers entitled to a traditional pension. The defined-benefit pension enjoyed by UFT members is the gold standard of retirement plans, guaranteeing the same amount each month throughout one’s retirement. Learn all about the pension benefits protected as a result of yearslong advocacy by the UFT.
Designating your beneficiaries
Why it's important to designate beneficiaries, keep your beneficiary designations current after life-changing events and ensure the latest contact information for your beneficiaries is on file with your pension system.
Your TDA options at retirement
More than 120,000 in-service members and retirees participate in the UFT’s Tax-Deferred Annuity program. When you retire, you have three choices for handling your money in your TDA. Learn about all your options in this month's Secure Your Future.
TDA, Roth contribution limits for ’26
The IRS has announced the amount employees can contribute to their tax-deferred annuities and Roth accounts for 2026.
Your retirement timeline
Whether you are a new member, in mid-career or close to retirement, here are steps you can take to learn about your pension benefits and stay on track as you progress down the road to a financially secure retirement.