You can use three of your 10 days for personal business, provided that you give reasonable notice to your principal. Personal business is officially defined as something that cannot be done at any time other than a school day, during school hours...

The UFT works with literally dozens of parent and community organizations in its work as an advocate for New York City students and schools.

The UFT believes that all workplaces benefit when workers have a voice on the job and can engage constructively with management to address concerns. Since its founding days in 1960, the UFT has steadily expanded to help more educators and more...

UFT represented DOE employees may take up to 10 self-treated days per school year without a doctor’s note for absences due to illness. Three out of the 10 may be used for personal business. Paras may not take more than 5 in a term and must have a...

SETSS isn’t a class. It is a support service that may be provided to students with disabilities in the general ed classroom or elsewhere for at least three hours a week and it can include consultation with the child’s teacher. There may not be more...

The UFT’s guide to job opportunities for teaching and other positions within the New York City public school system.

The decision to transfer to a new school is personal and may be based on a variety of reasons. If you wish to transfer, there are more opportunities available to you now than ever before.

The landmark City Council program, initiated by the UFT more than 25 years ago, reimburses educators — as determined by title — for the purchase of classroom and school supplies of their choice.

Find resources to help ensure that children with disabilities receive the supports and services they need.

The UFT Teacher Center, which was founded in 1979, is a school-based professional development program that promotes teacher excellence and academic achievement for all students.