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Viral Hepatitis
The United Federation of Teachers prepared this pamphlet to answer questions asked by school staff who are concerned about catching hepatitis from their students or fellow staff members.
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...
Paraprofessionals Service Program brochure
A free and confidential information and referral service for UFT paraprofessionals seeking social service assistance and professional counseling.
Supplemental Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
The Supplemental Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a unique package of benefits developed by the UFT's Retired Teachers Chapter exclusively for its members. It is a supplement to the coverage available from regular health insurance benefits and is...
IEP Update for D75 Inclusion
Description of District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services: IDEA and CR Part 200 speak to the requirement of having students with disabilities be educated in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in which their needs can be met. The least...
How do I change my tax deductions/withholding using ESS?
STEP 1: NYCAPS : go to www.nyc.gov/ESS and log in. Enter your USER ID (your 7-digit Employee ID /Reference Number found on your paystub. Your temporary password consists of the last two digits of your SSN, an underscore (_), the first three letters...
Enrolling and updating information
Learn how to enroll and update your information.
Paraprofessionals Chapter elections this spring
Every three years, you have an opportunity to elect a school chapter leader, a paraprofessional representative for your school as well as the leadership of the citywide Paraprofessionals Chapter.
Update your information
Did you get married, have a baby or add or drop an eligible dependent? Here's how to update your information with the union and DOE.
Supplemental benefits
Supplemental benefits are benefits provided by the UFT Welfare Fund that add to specific city basic health plans.
Medicare Part D
Guide to Medicare Part D
Optional rider
Each year at the beginning of March, eligible retired members receive a partial reimbursement from the UFT Welfare Fund for the cost of an optional drug rider that provides prescription coverage from their insurance carrier.
File a claim for GHI Senior Care copays
A recent class action settlement with the city and EmblemHealth will give Medicare-eligible retirees in GHI Senior Care a reimbursement for copays they paid between January 2022 and February 2023. We wanted to follow up with you to let you know more...
Workers' Compensation
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...
Your Rights & Resources
Learn more about your contractual rights and view important forms and materials to help you operate and manage your program.
Request a payment increase
These forms are for families who already enroll subsidized children and are requesting a Market Rate increase. The 2024 Market Rates are effective October 1, 2024. If your cost of care has increased, please submit one of the following attestation...
Teacher's Choice
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.