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Summer Rising resources for paraprofessionals
These resources for paraprofessionals working in the 2022 Summer Rising program outline protocol for working with students with disabilities.
Contract 2023: Health & safety
In recognition of the importance of employee health and safety, the DOE agrees to provide the appropriate recognized standards of workplace sanitation, cleanliness, light and noise control.
2023 contract gives educators more money and say
Three-quarters of the UFT members who cast ballots ratified a new contract that raises members’ salaries by 17.58% to 20.42% when compounded and gives educators more say over how and where they spend their out-of-classroom time. The agreement marked...
Meatpackers win contract with pensions
A new contract between the United Food and Commercial Workers Union and one of the world’s largest meat companies establishes a pension plan — the first new defined-benefit retirement fund in the industry since 1986.
Paraprofessional chapter election notice - nomination period 2023
last updated 4/20/23
Citywide Paraprofessional Representatives Meeting
Register for an informative meeting for paraprofessional representatives. Katherine Kurjakovic, UFT member representative, will facilitate a training on how school chapters can safeguard and support their immigrant students and families. You will leave with resources to bring back and share with your school communities.
Money included in the new contract
The DOE-UFT contract, ratified on July 10, includes a ratification bonus and new annual retention bonuses in addition to regular across-the-board wage increases. It also boosts reimbursement payments for medical expenses related to an injury on the...
Contract 2023: Time, the workday and remote work
Educators have more autonomy to decide when and how to do their out-of-classroom work. Read more details.
Article 8C of the teachers' contract
Article 8C of the teachers' contract is about the need for the principal to involve the chapter leader and chapter committee in decisions on school budget allocations.
Certification for new teachers and paraprofessionals
Over the past decade, state certification requirements have changed several times and will continue to change as new state regulations are put in place. To help members find their way, the union has a team of UFT consultants and educational liaisons.
Paraprofessionals worth their weight in gold
UFT members comment on everything from the value of paraprofessionals to teachers' need for cellphones.
Lead Teacher Assistant Q&A
The Lead Teacher Assistant is a true assistant to a teacher and not be solely driven by the Individualized Education Program (IEP) of a student with disabilities. This Q&A answers some of the most frequently asked questions about the new Lead Teacher...
Contract 2023 FAQ: Leaves
Get answers to your questions about leaves under the new proposed contract.
Mulgrew: We’ll pressure city for fair contract
UFT President Michael Mulgrew scoffed at Mayor Adams' claim that the city is "almost broke," and said the union's main focus this year would be to negotiate a fair contract for DOE-employed members.
Contract 2023: Teacher programs
See changes to teacher programs for elementary school and special education teachers.
Revised nurses contract on Staten Island
The Federation of Nurses/UFT members at Staten Island University Hospital-South ratified a revised contract with Northwell Health that increases wages and steps and puts them on par with nurses at other unions that have negotiated contracts in the...
UFT Rallies for a Fair Contract
Educators will rally for a Fair Contract after school in all five boroughs of New York City on Wednesday, May 24.
Can paraprofessionals join the retirement system?
Yes. The Paraprofessional Bill was signed by the Governor on Oct. 29, 2021, and paraprofessionals in the following titles are now automatically members of TRS: Auxiliary Trainer; Bilingual Professional Assistant; Educational Assistant; Educational...
Do Paraprofessionals do Lunch Duty?
In accordance with recent amendments to NYSED regulations, IEP teams must make certain considerations before determining that a student requires an IEP-assigned paraprofessional, and the student’s IEP must reflect those considerations in the relevant...
What is the LEAP to teacher program for paraprofessionals?
The LEAP to Teacher Program is offered by the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies in collaboration with the UFT and participating colleges in all five boroughs. The LEAP to Teacher program helps place UFT paraprofessionals at participating...
Contract 2023 FAQ: Other issues
Get additional answers to concerns regarding the new proposed contract.
VNS Health nurses OK contract
Federation of Nurses/UFT members who are licensed practical nurses with VNS Health overwhelmingly ratified a contract on Jan. 27 that provides a 7.5% increase in base pay over two years while establishing the employer’s contractual obligation to...
DOE Payroll Memorandum: Paraprofessionals' service hours visible on paystubs
Paraprofessionals will now be able to view the services hours for which they were paid when reviewing their paystubs on the DOE Payroll Portal.
Brooklyn Paraprofessionals Time and Attendance Workshop
Brooklyn District 75 and high school paraprofessionals are invited to register for an upcoming workshop about time and attendance. This session will provide important information about timekeeping procedures.
Casino workers reach contract deal
More than 4,000 hotel and casino workers on the Las Vegas Strip reached a tentative contract with the Venetian Resort Las Vegas, the latest in a string of recent union victories for over 40,000 hospitality workers on the Strip.
Contract gets action on class size
Just two of this school year’s grievances over excessive class sizes citywide remained unresolved by Thanksgiving — thanks to a powerful provision in the 2018 Department of Education-UFT contract.
Health and Safety workshop for Bronx paraprofessionals
At this virtual meeting for paraprofessionals working in the Bronx, participants will hear from Corrine J. Barros, coordinator for the UFT Bronx Health and Safety and Victim Support Program. She will discuss occupational hazards, safety protocols and how the UFT protects members' rights when incidents happen.
400-member contract team to be formed
UFT President Michael Mulgrew told delegates at the Delegate Assembly on Nov. 17 that the union plans to seek extensive member input to help shape priorities for upcoming negotiations on the next contract and health care.
Outstanding Paraprofessional Award Winners — 2023
View the winners of the Outstanding Paraprofessional Awards at the 2023 Parafest.
Pension Clinic: Paraprofessionals Retirement Workshop
At this workshop, we’ll discuss retirement benefits for paraprofessionals.