Celebrating the UFT's 65th anniversary
RESPECT our paraprofessionals
Wear blue and stand together with us on Wednesday, April 2 as we turn Paraprofessional Appreciation Day into a citywide Day of Action!
What's new
Celebrate Women's History
Use our curated list of teaching resources to commemorate Women's History Month this March.
Immigrant student and family resources
See information on immigrant rights, the threat of deportation and how educators can support our immigrant students and their families.
Tax information for educators
Learn more about eligible expenses and deductions you can claim when filing your taxes this year.
UFT Lobby Day 2025
About 1,000 UFT members and parents spent March 10 in Albany, lobbying legislators and hearing from Gov. Kathy Hochul and other state officials on key issues for the union. They spoke with lawmakers about fixing Tier 6, banning cellphones in schools, providing adequate state aid to schools, protecting students and school communities from cuts to federal aid, and maintaining vital UFT programs like United Community Schools and the UFT Teacher Center.
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.