Being a part of this union has many benefits.  In addition to access to education issue updates and some of the best legal minds working on your behalf, you also receive FABULOUS discounts and deals that you simply can't pass up.  Members who take advantage of their member benefits have been able to offset the cost of their membership. Now that's real member savings! 

What is NYSUT? Our local is part of the 600,000 member New York State United Teachers (NYSUT). By joining UBTA, you automatically become a member of NYSUT. We are also affiliated nationally with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), National Education Association (NEA) and are proud to be part of the AFL-CIO. Affiliation with NYSUT brings many advantages to UBTA, including access to legal counsel, labor relations specialists, workshops and training opportunities. As an individual member, you will benefit by receiving its publication, as well as opportunities for money saving benefits such as insurance and mortgages. 

A Checklist of NYSUT Services

• NYSUT Regional Offices

• Contract Administration and Grievance Handling

• Legal Services

• Legislation/Political Action

• Organizing

• Research Assistance

• Training and Workshops

• NYSUT Education & Learning Trust

• Communications

• Help with Members Concerns

• Member Recognition

• Statewide Meetings/Committees

• NYSUT Social Services

• Pre-Retiree Services

• NYSUT Retiree Services

• Local Union Administration/Finance

• NYSUT Member Benefits