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Rights and benefits information for military service members and veterans
Educators who are serving or who have served in the U.S. military qualify for special leaves of absence and may be eligible for special benefits
What is tenure?
Under New York State law, appointed teachers achieve tenure after completing a probationary period (usually four years and a day). In New York City, tenure is granted in your license appointment area. Having tenure means you may not be disciplined or...
Can paraprofessionals take a leave of absence to student teach if they are working on credentials to become a full-time teacher?
The DOE provides eligible paraprofessionals with a 40-day paid leave of absence to complete student teaching requirements if paraprofessionals are enrolled in a program to earn credentials to become full-time teachers as there are instances when...
What is the difference between absences that are medical, personal or self-treated days?
CAR days are for your own illness and can be accumulated up to 200 days. Members earn and can use 10 self-treated days per school year as long as they are on payroll. Self-treated days do not require a doctor's note. Three of the self-treated days...
High school seniors may apply for Shanker scholarships
Make sure high school seniors apply for the UFT’s $5,000 Albert Shanker college scholarships. This year the application deadline is Feb. 28, 2022.
High school seniors may apply for Shanker scholarships
High school seniors have until Dec. 31 to apply for the UFT’s $5,000 Albert Shanker college scholarships.
Lessons learned
Teachers and students anticipate a return to normal as the pandemic recedes and in-class education resumes. As devastating and disruptive as the pandemic was, we should not overlook the valuable lessons inherent in the disruption. Jobs, homes, health...