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DOE and city contracts (printable versions)
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Certification for new teachers and paraprofessionals
Over the past decade, state certification requirements have changed several times and will continue to change as new state regulations are put in place. To help members find their way, the union has a team of UFT consultants and educational liaisons.
Contract 2023: Districts 75 & 79
See what contract provisions apply to schools in Districts 75 and 79.
Can paraprofessionals join the retirement system?
Yes. The Paraprofessional Bill was signed by the Governor on Oct. 29, 2021, and paraprofessionals in the following titles are now automatically members of TRS: Auxiliary Trainer; Bilingual Professional Assistant; Educational Assistant; Educational...
Do Paraprofessionals do Lunch Duty?
In accordance with recent amendments to NYSED regulations, IEP teams must make certain considerations before determining that a student requires an IEP-assigned paraprofessional, and the student’s IEP must reflect those considerations in the relevant...
Contract 2023: Student pathways initiative
The DOE’s Student Pathways Initiative will create career-connected learning and pathways for all high students, including financial literacy and civics skill
Am I entitled to Release Time as a paraprofessional?
Paraprofessionals who meet the requirements indicated below are eligible for release time for non-classroom study or travel from work to their college/university. The NYCDOE will grant release time each college semester (fall, spring and the 1st...
What is the LEAP to teacher program for paraprofessionals?
The LEAP to Teacher Program is offered by the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies in collaboration with the UFT and participating colleges in all five boroughs. The LEAP to Teacher program helps place UFT paraprofessionals at participating...