See our comprehensive guide for parents and families of children receiving special education services.

Speak privately with a licensed mental health professional who can assist with referrals and access to other mental health resources.

Move-to-Improve is a free classroom-based physical activity program that helps elementary school teachers in district public schools enhance their lessons by integrating physical activity into academic instruction to get students moving.

The activities in this unit will provide students with a basic understanding of the problems surrounding the exploitation of the environment, the causes and consequences of extinction, the remedial measures now underway to protect endangered species...

Family child care providers can receive individual sessions with a wellness coach, group coaching programs, practical daily support for everyday needs, and access to online resources to help you reach your wellbeing goals.

One type of professional learning is a professional book study or book talk. A book study can be a powerful way for educators to drive their own learning. A book study is an effective form of professional learning because new learning can be...

Mumps is a viral illness that causes fever and swelling of one or more glands near the jaw. Mumps is more common during winter and spring.

See these additional DOE and NYSED resources regarding special education in New York City public schools.

Here you will find sample templates and plans for speech teachers. Please feel free to print and use these in your work.

Summary comparison of health plans. This chart is for employees and those retirees not eligible for Medicare.

Quick links to popular topics for RTC members.

As a UFT member, you have one of the best health benefits packages anywhere.

The UFT sponsors a homework help program for students called Dial-A-Teacher. Classroom teachers answer homework questions at 212-777-3380, Monday through Thursday, from 4 to 7 p.m. during the school year.

OSHA requirements for access to toilet facilities in schools.

Join the UFT Member Assistance Program's Calm virtual wellness series to learn coping and healing skills and to find support and connection.

All eligible members and dependents are covered for optical benefits. Learn more about eligibility and obtaining benefits.

Have you ever had a Department of Health inspector come to your day care and write you up for a violation? Thought you were in compliance with all of the regulations only to be surprised you had missed something? Wished you had known the ins and outs...

Listed vertically down the left-hand side of the schedule are salary steps. An employee will move one step for each semester of satisfactory service. Listed horizontally across the top of each salary schedule are the salary differentials. An employee...

Your union is here to support you as you grow throughout your career. These are some UFT and DOE initiatives that provide professional development and assistance for new teachers.

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

We've compiled some of our most frequently-asked questions for our members looking for information about retirement and UFT retiree benefits.

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths for American women. A simple screening can help detect breast cancer early, with potentially life-saving results. As a UFT member, you have access to a very effective breast cancer screening...

Whether you’re looking to rest, reset, or grow, our Seasonal Self-Care group provides a supportive space to nurture your wellness and carry sustainable self-care practices into the seasons ahead.

The United Federation of Teachers accepts advertising in its newspaper, the New York Teacher, and on its website. For advertising inquiries, please contact UFT sales representative Jacqueline Gottlieb at jgottlieb [at] uft [dot] org (jgottlieb[at]uft[dot]org) or 212-598-7735.

The duties of the Laboratory Specialist/Technician.

With Provider Telemedicine, you get unlimited access for you and your family to a network of board-certified doctors and pediatricians who can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication for a variety of everyday health issues at any time.

Paraprofessionals, nurses, and occupational and physical therapists injured or made sick on the job should file for Workers’ Compensation. In certain circumstances such as chronic illness, lab specialists and vocational teachers may also file for...

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

Check out our new list of resources for teachers of English language learners: helpful websites, useful research and publications, professional organizations and more.

Find answers to frequently asked questions about trips planned through the UFT Just for Fun department.