New York City schools are required to adhere to state certification requirements. If you work in special education, you know that certification requirements are complicated and frequently change.

UFT retiree services are available not only in the tri-state metro area, but to members in the chapter's outreach sections in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and Israel.

Reflections in Poetry and Prose is a yearly collection of published writings from retirees enrolled in our UFTWF Retiree Programs creative writing courses and/or retired UFT members across the country.

About the UFT's Retired Teachers Chapter, a dynamic organization committed to protecting the intellectual, physical and economic wellbeing of its members.

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

Countries around the world that do not report monkeypox (MPV), including the United States, have seen a rise in cases due to a worldwide outbreak of monkeypox. While you should not panic, it's important to stay informed about MPV and understand the...

Before schools opened in September 2020, ventilation systems in every classroom throughout the city had been inspected, updated and repaired as needed. Each classroom in use should have adequate ventilation through either natural or mechanical means...

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.

IRMAA is an acronym for Medicare’s Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount, which is a greater premium Medicare charges for Part B and Part D coverage to individuals with higher incomes.

Welcome to the Retired Teachers Chapter section of the UFT website! There’s always a lot going on at the RTC and this section is your go-to place to get an overview of all the programs and services at your disposal as a retired member of the UFT.

Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed into law a landmark piece of legislation that will lower class sizes in every grade in New York City over the next six years. The FAQ below addresses some common questions and concerns about the bill and the impact it...

Here are some resources for educators for addressing gun violence.

Congress has consistently failed to pass legislation on background checks, bans on assault weapons and large magazines and other measures to keep weapons of mass killing out of the hands of people like the shooters in Uvalde and Buffalo. We must take...

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

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We designed the Chapter Leader Hub to provide a one-stop-shop for the documents, forms and guidance you need in your crucial work as a UFT chapter leader. The hub is packed with information specific to your school chapter and contains the forms...

Teaching materials and curriculum resources to address culturally responsive topics in the classroom.

To commemorate Women's History Month in March, the UFT has compiled a list of teaching materials, online exhibits and curriculum to address the role of women in society in our classrooms.

As part of its campaign to raise awareness about bullying and intolerance, the United Federation of Teacher’s BRAVE Program (Building Respect, Acceptance and Voice through Education) sponsors an annual video contest.

Check out these programs from the UFT to support parents, caregivers and students.

Review the UFT's current state legislative priorities.

FAQ on the spring break 2020 arbitration ruling regarding member vacation days.

World AIDS Day is commemorated annually on December 1 to bring people together worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died. We have compiled lessons and curriculum units...

Learn about the five statewide proposals on the ballot in the 2021 general election.

Teacher Union Day offers an opportunity to celebrate our union's recent accomplishments while remembering the brave educators who put everything on the line in the 1960 strike that forged this union. Congratulations to this year's honorees!

For more than a century, the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) has ensured that UFT members and their families have a financially secure future, and today the TRS membership includes more than 200,000 in-service members, retirees and beneficiaries.

Join with other members in a safe space where we will share strategies and resources for support. Together, we can normalize the conversation around substance use and shatter the stigma that harms individuals and families affected by it.

When we’re feeling stressed out, it’s easy to lose sight of our goals and turn to unhelpful behaviors to cope. Learn ways to understand what’s holding you back from building better habits and establish a plan to keep you on track towards achieving...

In this four-week virtual group, you will learn the basics of mindfulness, understanding and regulating your emotions, and how to apply these skills in your everyday life.

Si Beagle Learning Centers offer a wide array of courses, day trips and seminars at locations within the tri-state metro area and Florida. Our centers provide life-long learning opportunities for retirees to nurture their talents and explore new ones...

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...

The UFT offers several cancer initiatives to our members and their dependents for cancer awareness, prevention and best-in-class treatment options.

UFT members have committed themselves to the fight against breast cancer by partnering with the American Cancer Society for over 20 years. UFT members have collectively raised over $15 million dollars which directly funds the lifesaving work of the...

If you are questioning your relationship with alcohol or other drugs, you are not alone. Use this questionnaire to reflect on your use of substances.