As a result of our intense negotiations with the DOE over our concerns with the NYC Solves curriculum, the DOE is releasing ...

The UFT has created a new telehealth benefit for members who are not eligible for city health insurance. UFT members who are substitute paraprofessionals, per-diem teachers and members of the union’s ...

Member participation builds our union’s power. That’s why we launched Union Power Points, a new program that encourages ...

We are calling on the New York City Council to pass legislation to provide a permanent annual payment of about $10,000 to all full-time paraprofessionals. UFT President Michael Mulgrew joined City ...

The UFT today launched a television ad campaign recognizing New York City public school educators as they overcome challenges while helping students reach their full potential. The spot, “What Kids ...

United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew and New York City paraprofessionals joined City Council Education Committee Chair Rita Joseph, Council Labor Committee Chair Carmen De La Rosa, ...

We are pleased to share that Rebecca Branstetter, Ph.D., a school psychologist, international speaker and author on a mission to help children thrive by supporting educators, mental health providers ...

Good afternoon. My name is Michael Mulgrew, and I am the president of the United Federation of Teachers. On behalf of our union’s over 190,000 members, I want to thank Chair Joseph and the Education ...

The following resources provide information on the rights of immigrants, the threat of deportation and how educators can support our immigrant students and their families. On Jan. 21, the Trump ...

As a UFT member, you have a comprehensive health benefits package that city unions jointly negotiate for their members and the supplemental benefits that the UFT Welfare Fund provides. Although you ...

Take the traditional maternity leave including any applicable right to borrow days and/or use a grace period; or Take a UFT parental leave. Under this option, immediately following the birth of a ...