Educators are lifelong learners. As a UFT member, you have the opportunity to sharpen your skills and expand your knowledge in a variety of ways.

If you physically gave birth to a child, you may use your available CAR/sick day balance immediately after your child’s birth for up to a maximum of six calendar weeks (eight weeks for a C-section) before beginning UFT parental leave for an...

No. Birth mothers must choose between two options: Take the traditional maternity leave including any applicable right to borrow days and/or use a grace period; or Take a UFT parental leave. Under this option, immediately following the birth of a...

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The Bronx plan in the proposed DOE-UFT contract to help schools that face the most challenges will be open to up to 120 schools, not just in the Bronx. These schools will receive additional funds and strategic support to better address the needs of...

In this episode, United Federation of Teacher's President Michael Mulgrew interviews Brette McSweeney, President of Eleanor’s Legacy. They discuss The Baker Project and the effort to elect more Democratic women to office, particularly to the New York...

On this episode, the United Federation of Teacher's President Michael Mulgrew is joined by UFT Paraprofessional Chapter Leader Shelvy Young-Abrams to discuss the highlights and significance of the new contract with regards to paras.

On this episode, United Federation Teachers President Michael Mulgrew discusses the new contract while answering some frequently asked questions by UFT members.

Per diem salary schedule (2022–27)

Adult Education salary schedule (2022–27)

Education Administrator salary schedule (2022–27)

Administrative Education Officer & Analyst salary schedule (2022–27)

Lab Specialist/Technician salary schedule (2022–27)

This group shares it's bargaining unit with Audiologists and School Nurses.

Paraprofessional salary schedule (2022–27)

School Psychologist & School Social Worker salary schedule (2022–27)

School Secretary salary schedule (2022–27)

Teacher salary schedule (2022–27)

See this list of important steps to take when a retiree passes away.

This required training provides New York mandated reporters the tools to recognize and report instances of suspected child abuse or maltreatment. Recent amendments updated the curriculum to include trauma, adverse childhood experiences, bias in...

The New York State Education Department requires that all teachers who are seeking initial or professional state certification in special education take a three-hour workshop in the needs of children with autism.

The New York State Education Department requires all teachers who are seeking initial or permanent state certification to take this workshop. School staffers learn techniques and practical approaches to avoid and defuse violent situations in school.

This UFT workshop meets the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) training requirement of the NYS Education Department for state certification.

Yes, but we ask that you call ahead to schedule an appointment as this will ensure that time will be set aside for you.

Monday through Friday between the hours of 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the school year and 9 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the summer months. Please call the Health and Cancer Helpline at 212-539-0515 to speak with a social worker.

When you or a loved one are affected by illness and are in need of information, direction and support.