A Union of Professionals
Switching schools
The Open Market Transfer Plan gives you the chance to apply for a vacant position at another DOE school until Aug. 6. Learn more about the transfer process.
What's new
Albert Shanker Scholarship Awards
This year, the UFT awarded $5,000 scholarships to 189 public high school students.
Obtaining CTLE credits
Looking to complete CTLE hours this summer? Learn more about state requirements and opportunities to earn credits.
#StartStrong campaign pays off
Thanks to the activism of UFT members and parents, some early childhood education funding was restored in the final city budget.
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.
#UnionProud
"When I became a full-time teacher, my salary did not reflect my prior experience. The UFT helped me file a grievance...
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"I am so happy and relieved that UFT’s Student Debt Relief Program helped me get $62,865 in loans waived...
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"I had to be sure the classroom was safe. It was becoming a dangerous situation until the UFT stepped in...
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