Welcome to the Retired Teachers Chapter section of the UFT website! There’s always a lot going on at the RTC and this section is your go-to place to get an overview of all the programs and services at your disposal as a retired member of the UFT.

Check our certification page for the latest updates on state certification, guidance and important deadlines you need to know.

We have launched a new, personalized section of the UFT website called the UFT Member Hub to provide easy access to all the helpful resources and information you need as a UFT member. Using the Member Hub, you can view your health benefit claims or leave status, check certification and salary information, search frequently asked questions, and learn more about your benefits and rights as a UFT ...

A salary step is an increase in salary based on previous experience. Learn about steps, longevities, and access the DOE’s online salary step application.

See the FAQ below for answers to common questions about the SHIP program for retired members.

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The UFT Welfare Fund provides dental benefits through two programs: the Scheduled Benefit Plan, which provides services through the Welfare Fund panel of dentists or a dentist of your choice; and Dentcare, a no-cost dental HMO.

Learn about policies around absences, sick time and additional attendance policies.

Gaining tenure is an important milestone. Having tenure means you can’t be terminated without due process and you’re entitled to a hearing if the Department of Education takes disciplinary action. Under New York State law, public school teachers must serve a probationary period of four years and a day from the date of their appointment. Upon completion of their probationary period ...

It’s important to check your pay stub to be sure you are getting the correct salary with the proper deductions. Learn more about deduction codes and how to read your paycheck correctly.