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I am the spouse or family member of a UFT retiree who has passed away. What do I need to do?
You have our condolences. There are a number of steps you need to take. You can find out what to do when a retiree passes away on the UFT website. If you have further questions, please contact the UFT-RTC Pension Department at 212-598-9536 .
Who can use SOLAS?
Currently, ONLY non-supervisory pedagogical employees will have access to SOLAS . Non-supervisory pedagogical titles include: Teachers, School Psychologists, Guidance Counselors, School Social Workers, Librarians, Attendance Teachers, School...
Am I able to use a UFT discount if I am a paraprofessional?
Yes, as long as you are a UFT member. The discount vendors on the UFT app/website provide their discounts to ALL of the UFT’s members.
What are the responsibilities of a chapter leader?
As chapter leader, your responsibilities include the following: Holding at least six regularly scheduled chapter meetings each year. Forming a chapter consultation committee,meeting monthly with the committee and the principal, and reporting the...
I want to apply for a parental leave, but what if I am unable to give notice of the actual birth date within 10 days of the event?
Unless there are special circumstances, you will not be eligible for a parental leave if you do not submit an application within 10 days of the birth. Late applications will be accepted and subject to review for valid special circumstances, which...
Why do I have to indicate in my leave application if I want to take a child care leave after I take a parental leave?
Your parental leave application also serves as an official notice to your school or work office of your intentions of how long you plan to be out so that they can prepare for your absence. You are encouraged to directly discuss your plans with your...
What does the term "active status" mean regarding leaves?
Active status is defined as being on any one of the following: on payroll, using CAR days or sick time, on an annual leave, on a paid leave, on Parental Leave on an unpaid leave for a pregnancy-related condition on an unpaid leave due to a medically...
Can you tell me more about the role of a UFT delegate?
There are two different types of delegates: Delegate to the delegate assembly – These delegates are elected at their school or work site or can be elected by the members of a functional chapter. Each chapter is entitled to one delegate for each sixty...
What are the responsibilities of being a mentor to a new teacher?
Mentors are experienced classroom teachers, instructional coaches or lead teachers who have been trained extensively in ways to best support new teachers (including doing demonstration lessons, co-teaching, offering suggestions about classroom...
If you are asked to serve as a mentor to a first year teacher, can you refuse?
Members shouldn’t refuse a principal’s directive because they may be charged with insubordination. Members may file a grievance if discussion of concerns with administration (and with the chapter leader’s support) can’t solve the situation otherwise.