A social worker or psychologist who wishes to conciliate a professional difference concerning a policy/procedure related to locally devised student testing procedures and appraisal methodology of a Committee on Special Education (CSE), a Clinical...

UFT-represented employees who elect to be employed in the Board’s program which implements Chapter 683 of the Laws of 1986 (“Program”) shall serve under the following terms and conditions of employment during July and August: The gross annual salary...

A. Mission To achieve success and outstanding results through a truly collaborative environment for all schools at all levels among the key stakeholders responsible for educating New York City’s schoolchildren – teachers and other school-based staff...

Wherever the term “Board” is used in the Agreement it shall mean the City Board, it being understood, nevertheless, that this contract is binding on all community school districts in accordance with Section 2590 of the Education Law. Wherever the...

The following article is required by the Public Employees’ Fair Employment Act, as amended by Section 204a, approved March 10, 1969. It is agreed by and between the parties that any provision of this Agreement requiring legislative action to permit...

The determination and award of the arbitration panel in Case No. IA-1-85 is incorporated into this agreement and made a part hereof.

On October 2, 2005 the following understanding was reached regarding probable cause hearings: The UFT will conduct a meeting of lawyers who represent UFT members at §3020-a proceedings to inform them about the new procedures regarding offenses...

October 17, 2007 Randi Weingarten President United Federation of Teacher 52 Broadway – 14th Floor New York, NY 10004 Dear Ms. Weingarten: This letter will confirm certain mutual understandings and agreements of the parties. The parties agree to...

Memorandum of Agreement entered into this 29th day of June 2007, by and between the Board of Education of the City School District of the City of New York (hereinafter referred to as the “BOE”) and the United Federation of Teachers, Local 2, AFT, AFL...

If you are considering resigning from the DOE, we strongly suggest contacting the union at 212-331-6311 to speak with a representative about your options. Resignation Provide an official letter (as a PDF or Word doc attachment) with your effective...

You can apply for COBRA and pay a monthly fee to maintain your Department of Education health insurance and UFT Welfare Fund health benefits for up to 36 months. You can also be covered under another individual’s plan without waiting for an...

We recommend you first contact your UFT borough office and speak with a UFT representative before you resign. DOE pedagogue employees who plan to resign must give at least 30 calendar days’ notice, according to Chancellor's Regulations. According to...

According to the Department of Education, employees who resign without providing notice will be given a problem code in their personnel file that will flag them for review should they wish to return to teaching. Chapter leaders have reported some...

Only if you return to teaching within five years of the effective date of resignation and apply to withdraw the resignation using the Application for Withdrawal of Resignation form on the Department of Education website. The application must be...

If you are not tenured prior to your resignation, you must serve a four-year probationary period when you return. This period can be reduced up to 2 years for prior satisfactory service in the same license. This is called Jarema Credit.

If you fail to submit the form or return after five years, you must serve a four year probationary period, which can be reduced up to two years for prior satisfactory service in the same license.

Classroom teachers, administrative and supervisory personnel, paraprofessionals and pupil personnel service professionals are required to hold a certificate issued by New York State in order to be employed in the state's public schools. Certificates...

All applicants for certificates, licensees, or permits must undergo a fingerprint-supported criminal history background check. State law requires the State Education Department to conduct these background checks for all school personnel, including...

You should be aware that the Office of Teaching Initiatives does not endorse, pre-approve, or accredit programs or coursework completed at institutions located outside the State of New York. Information regarding colleges and universities within New...

No. An individual who holds more than one classroom teaching certificate may meet the three-year experience requirement with any three years of classroom teaching experience. For instance, a teacher who holds the Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and...

No. As long as you hold the minimum degree (usually a bachelor's degree, with a minimum 2.5 GPA) required for a certificate, you may submit an application at any time. In order to receive a written evaluation of your status for a certificate you must...

Yes, you must hold a New York State certificate to teach in the state's public schools. Reciprocity under the Interstate Agreement of Qualification of Educational Personnel is limited to coursework requirements only. You must complete any examination...

You may be interested in an alternative teacher certification program specifically designed for career changers. While you must meet all coursework and other requirements, these programs offer a time-shortened, intensive preparation program operated...

The UFT has an office in each borough staffed by specially trained representatives who can answer members’ questions.

Because of heightened security, members must show photo identification in order to enter the building.

Teachers not covered by the new evaluation and support system will continue to be evaluated in the same way as previous years.

Simply fill out the online form at www.uft.org/text or type the word " UFT" to number 86366. The UFT uses text messages to convey important information and reminders to members. Please note that this is a one-way form of communication and we are...

Humane Education Committee Newsletters

Marisa Tomei shot to national attention in 1992 in “My Cousin Vinny,” but before all that recognition, Tomei was a Brooklyn girl whose mother, aunt and cousins all taught in New York City public schools. She grew up attending public schools in...

The RTC resolves to urge President Obama and the Senate and House of Representatives to stand firm on protecting the interests of the middle and working classes and Americans supported by the social safety net, including opposition to cuts in...

The members of the Retiree Chapter of the UFT resolve to embark on a “each one reach one teach one” program by contacting at least two fellow retirees and/or seniors among family, friends or neighbors to inform them of the deleterious effects of...

The UFT RTC urges all seniors to be aware when voting on November 6 that they will be voting either to preserve Medicare, Social Security and Medicare as we know them or to give up these successful programs in order to privatize them for the benefit...

The UFT’s Recreational Activities Department’s “Just for Fun” program offers discounts on movie tickets, theme parks, car rentals, and more.

Please use this form to report any school safety, security or discipline concerns.

The UFT recommends the following anti-bullying resources.