A Union of Professionals
Get out the vote!
Learn how you can get involved and volunteer alongside your fellow union members during this crucial election season.
What's new
Teacher Union Day
Join us on Nov. 3 as we honor past leaders who inspire us and celebrate today's leaders who continue in their footsteps.
Our fight against breast cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us at a UFT Strides walk or explore union benefits, resources and support available for our members.
Help UFT members affected by recent hurricanes
Retired members struggling to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton need your support.
Union Rights and Benefits
Salary
UFT members earn pay increases based on experience thanks to the bargaining power of the union.
Pension
A defined-benefit pension will provide guaranteed monthly payments from the day you retire for the rest of your life.
Contracts
Through the strength of collective bargaining, the union has negotiated contracts that protect the rights of its members.
Join the union!
As a union member, you'll have access to valuable benefits and gain a voice in your professional life.
More for Members
UFT Mobile App
A new mobile app has been launched for members to connect with us and access important information.
UFT Member Hub
The Member Hub has personalized content, services and resources you need as a UFT member.