The role of the chapter leader can be summed up in one word — LEADERSHIP. Your colleagues elected you because they know you will provide leadership. Chapter members view you as the "union." They know you are the vital link that connects them to UFT's...

Fifty years have passed since the UFT was first founded and secured collective-bargaining rights for New York City’s public school educators. Speaking with a single voice for members, parents and children, the UFT quickly became a true champion of...

NYCATA/UFT recommends the following arts organizations and resources for UFT members.

The month of November is recognized as a time to celebrate and honor the history, culture and contributions of Native Americans, Alaska Natives and all Indigenous people of North America.

Find everything you need to know about the DOE-UFT contract, including the Memorandum of Agreement, and FAQ and Contract at a Glance.

Here are free and low-cost opportunities for teachers to supplement traditional classroom learning with other educational experiences.

Your choice to embark on this career shows so much about your character and determination, and our city is lucky to have you. Use this checklist to help you get started.

The UFT represents members employed by organizations other than the Department of Education. The chapters and the locations are listed below.

This UFT workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

Under the UFT-DOE contract, teachers and other members have varying rights to absences, leaves and sabbaticals.

At the moment, the resources on this site focus on literacy. While literacy is a key issue for students with disabilities, we recognize that there are resources for many other topics related to the work you do in schools. We will add resources as...

Quick links to popular topics for RTC members.

At our popular Day at the University program, members select from a series of engaging lectures on history, art, music, adventure, politics, or law and listen to our noted keynote speaker.

Important information, forms and documents for school counselors.

UFT members work every day to make a difference in people's lives. On September 11, 2001, in the face of horror and uncertainty, we were there to make a crucial and, in many cases, a life-saving difference. Teachers, nurses, school counselors...

When grievances arise out of school reorganization and involve class size, teacher programs or assignment, there are special time limits. Reorganization grievances must be filed within two school days after the employee has knowledge of the act or...

Someone from the office came to the classroom door, and told me that the World Trade Center was on fire, and not to let the children look out the window. Knowing that my son Keith, a medic with New York Hospital would be there, I was concerned, but...

Black history is American history. We've compiled the following lesson plans, teaching ideas and online resources to help teachers celebrate Black History Month in February. See the materials below, organized by grade level.

Learn about ways UFT retirees can become more active in our union and assist others with their experience and knowledge.

Lately the media have been overrun by charges that the teachers union is the 800-pound gorilla in the room whenever education policy is discussed in the halls of power — and it’s not meant as a compliment!

ADAPT Network, formerly known as the UCP of NYC Chapter, represents teachers, teacher assistants, direct care workers, clinicians, and other support staff in UCP’s school, Article 16 clinic, adult day programs and residential sites in Brooklyn...

Administrative Education Officers and Administrative Education Analysts are eligible for membership in the Teachers’ Retirement System of the City of New York. Employees who are already members of another NYC retirement system may transfer membership...

The Audiology Chapter of the UFT represents audiologists working for District 75 and also for Committees on Special Education throughout the five boroughs.

The UFT Professional Committees seek to actively engage members in professional growth through activities such as conferences, seminars, workshops, educational trips, newsletters and professional recognition.

SHIP Director Pat Rojas walks members through enrolling in SHIP and filing SHIP claims step by step in the following member videos.

NYCATA/UFT is a community of New York City art educators and artists committed to advancing high-quality, inclusive art education.

When the union needed a sharp lawyer, it didn’t have far to look as long as Jules Kolodny was around.

The UFT has created the following instructional videos for members on topics such as retirement, benefits, reimbursements and other helpful information.

UFT Professional Committees organize social gatherings, conferences, workshops and other activities for members who share the same personal or academic interests.