The next 3% pay increase from our 2023 contract is scheduled to take effect on Thursday, Jan. 18. Members will see the raise in their paychecks as follows:

• Q-bank members (pedagogues, paraprofessionals and sub paras): Starting with their Feb. 15 paycheck.
• H/Z bank members (including OT/PTs and school nurses): Starting with their Feb. 2 paycheck.
• Per diem/per session pedagogues: Starting with their Feb. 16 paycheck.

UFT-represented employees who receive a uniform allowance also saw an increase on Dec. 22, 2023. The arrears will be paid on Feb. 2, 2024.

See our Contract 2023 FAQs on pay increases for answers to common questions about eligibility, pensionability and taxes related to this money.