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Article Seventeen — Retention, Excessing and Layoff
Retention of Assignment — Regular Substitutes back to top A regular substitute who, upon completion of one year of service in a school, has been notified in writing by the principal that he/she will be reassigned in that school for the following...
Article Six — Hours
School Day back to top The following shall apply except as set forth in Article 6B below: The school day for teachers serving in the schools shall be six hours and 20 minutes and such additional time as provided for below and in the by-laws. The...
How can I submit documentation to the Welfare Fund online?
When you submit a Welfare Fund Enrollment or Change of Status Request online, we may require additional documentation, such as a copy of a birth certificate, copy of marriage certificate, etc., to complete the request. You can now upload and submit...
How can I talk with someone at the UFT via phone?
The UFT’s new contact center is open and can provide support with all your union rights and benefits. Call the following numbers with any questions or for assistance: DOE members, 212-331-6311 DOE functional chapter members, 212-331-6312 UFT Welfare...
What are the responsibilities of a chapter leader?
As chapter leader, your responsibilities include the following: Holding at least six regularly scheduled chapter meetings each year. Forming a chapter consultation committee,meeting monthly with the committee and the principal, and reporting the...
What is the HCFSA Program/Flexible Spending Account and how can it help with medical expenses? What is this?
The HCFSA is a flexible spending account for health care expenses. Here is how the HCFSA Program works: First, you contribute before-tax dollars into your HCFSA account via automatic payroll deductions. Next, in order to receive reimbursement, you...
What rights do nursing mothers have to express breast milk while at work? What help/accommodations are available to meet their needs?
DOE employees needing to express breast milk at work have the right to a lactation space. In accordance with state labor law, updates have been made to the DOE's lactation accommodation policy. DOE employees needing to express breast milk at work...
How can I update my personal information (primary address, primary phone number, primary email) on record with the Federation of Nurses?
You can update your personal information directly on the UFT.org website. You must be a registered user on the UFT website to do so. If you haven't registered yet, see instructions on how to do so. To update your email address only, log in to the UFT...
When is it appropriate to amend an IEP after the annual review without an IEP team meeting?
In general, only minor changes in the IEP should be made without an IEP team meeting. Changes in the student’s program recommendations and changes that require the participation of the school psychologist on the IEP team cannot be made without a...
What feedback will I be receiving after an observation is conducted in my classroom?
Feedback is non-evaluative information about an observation that you should receive within ten days of an observation. The feedback can be via email, written, or face-to-face. Teachers can indicate a preference for the format of their feedback during...
Legal Referrals Form
Legal referrals injury claim form
DOE Withdrawal of resignation
Use this form to submit a withdrawl of your resignation to the DOE.
DOE form to receive salary credit for prior work experience
DOE form to receive salary credit for prior work experience
Application for Layoff Seniority Credit for Prior Paraprofessional Service
This application form is to be used only by pedagogical personnel who have received a regular appointment.
HIPAA: Personal Representative Form (PR Form)
You can choose a personal representative(s) to share your health information with by filling out this form.
WCD-23: Employee’s Notice of Injury
Complete this form and file it with your school payroll secretary within 10 days.
PD-19 Application for Leave of Absence with Pay for Administrative Employees
PD19 form for Leave of Absence with Pay for Administrative Employees - including nurses and therapists
Leave balance and CAR days transfer form
This form is used for transferring leave balances and CAR days when people move to different districts/schools.
Educational Paraprofessional Leave Application
Educational paraprofessionals should use this form for initial requests for leaves of absence as well as requests for extensions. Requests for extensions must be submitted prior to the date of expiration of the current leave.
Dental Enroll/Transfer Form
As a new member you are automatically enrolled in the Scheduled Benefit Plan. If you wish to enroll in one of the other UFT Welfare Fund dental options use this form. All other members and retirees who wish to transfer from one UFT Welfare Fund...
Accommodation Request for Individuals with Disabilities
If an accommodation request is denied or cannot be provided through informal means, the employee may apply for a formal accommodation by submitting the Accommodation Request Form on page 2. Medical documentation to support the request must be...
In Hospital Private Duty Nursing Care Claim Form - HIP Subscribers Only
For HIP subscribers only, use this In-Hospital Private Duty Nursing Claim Form for the UFT Welfare Fund to cover the costs, after a 72-hour deductible, of 80% of the usual and customary costs of in-hospital services provided by a registered nurse...
Professional Book Study
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...
DOE FAQ: Encounter Attendance
Answers to frequently asked questions on the following topics: access to students in the SESIS Service Capture Calendar, recording past service in the Services Calendar, recording session notes, recording group size, recording absences and...
UFT Consent Form
Consent to name, photograph, film or videotape a student for non-profit use.
Report of the UFT Small Schools Task Force
Small schools often provide opportunities for teacher voice in a personalized, collegial, collaborative and professional work place. For parents and students, small schools provide another choice in the public school system. Nevertheless, the recent...
Sandy Feldman: In Her Own Words
A memorial booklet produced by the UFT and AFT.
Guide to Salary Steps and Salary Differentials
This guide explains how teachers can apply for salary step placement and differentials, and provides salary differential information for school social workers, school psychologists, guidance counselors and laboratory specialists.
Transit Benefit Program Enrollment Form
Save more than $200 each year in taxes by participating in the city’s TransitChek program.