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UFT Spring Education Conference
Join us on May 17 for a day of camaraderie, professional development and inspiration that can only come from educators who teach in the best city in the world.
What's new
Rally for RESPECT
More than 13,000 UFT members called on city lawmakers to pass legislation to provide paraprofessionals with an annual $10,000 “RESPECT check.”
Defend our public schools
The federal funding our public schools depend on is in danger. Write to your Congressional reps to say we are counting on them to protect our students and schools!
Immigrant student and family resources
See information on immigrant rights, the threat of deportation and how educators can support our immigrant students and their families.
UFT Family Day 2025
UFT members and their families — 2,400 strong — packed Globall Sports Center in Garden City, Long Island, to enjoy carnival games, bounce houses, indoor zip lines, balloon art, face painting, dancing and food at the third annual UFT Family Day.
Union Rights and Benefits
Salary
UFT members earn pay increases based on experience thanks to the bargaining power of the union.
Pension
A defined-benefit pension will provide guaranteed monthly payments from the day you retire for the rest of your life.
Contracts
Through the strength of collective bargaining, the union has negotiated contracts that protect the rights of its members.
Join the union!
As a union member, you'll have access to valuable benefits and gain a voice in your professional life.
More for Members
UFT Mobile App
A new mobile app has been launched for members to connect with us and access important information.
UFT Member Hub
The Member Hub has personalized content, services and resources you need as a UFT member.