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Short-term disability
In-service UFT members have the protection of a short-term disability plan that can provide valuable income when personal illness renders them temporarily unable to work.
I was injured on the job and am on Injury in the Line of Duty (ILOD) status. Am I eligible for disability benefits now?
No. However, if the DOE declines your ILOD status and you believe you are still disabled, you can submit a Welfare Fund Disability application with a copy of the ILOD decision and a DOE leave of absence approval.
Do I automatically qualify for six weeks (8 weeks for a C-section) of disability after having a baby?
No, these are the limits for routine pregnancies. There are many variables that could affect the duration of maternity benefits. You should always apply and UFT Welfare Fund representatives will review your options with you.
Is there a waiting period before disability benefits begin?
Yes. For pedagogues, there is a 28-day unpaid waiting period after your sick bank is exhausted and you have been removed from the DOE payroll. For non-pedagogical employees and paraprofessionals, there is a 14-day unpaid waiting period which begins...
How long can I collect disability benefits from the Welfare Fund?
The maximum is 52 weeks based on an individual claim.
How much is the UFT Welfare Fund disability benefit?
As of Nov. 1, 2024, teachers and other pedagogues approved for this benefit receive $575 a week for up to 52 weeks, while paraprofessionals and other groups in the same salary range receive $475 per week for up to 52 weeks. Learn more about...