If you are considering working for a public employer in New Jersey after retiring and collecting a pension benefit, you should review the fact sheet provided by the Division of Pensions and Benefits: Post-Retirement Employment Restrictions (Fact Sheet #86) before accepting any positions.
NJREA
New Jersey Retirees' Education Association
Latest NJREA News
NJREA and BookSmiles sharing the joy of reading
Consider joining us for an NJREA Day with BookSmiles on Wednesday, Nov. 18 from 3 – 5 p.m. Volunteers will help sort and prepare books for distribution, at the new BookSmiles facility in Cherry Hill.
Members speak up on healthcare
An important first step, S4438 has first committee hearing Earlier today, NJEA members made their voices heard at the NJ Senate’s State Government, Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee meeting.
NJREA Fit For Life: Wellness for Retired Educators
Join us for a fun and engaging virtual workout, followed by a nutrition lesson led by fitness coach, Eric Daw. Sign in to learn more and register.
Most SEHBP retirees avoid increases for now
Retiree health care rates are expected to increase again effective Jan. 1, 2027. However, the proposed premium increases for 2027 are lower than those implemented in 2026.
Showing up for each other
A full year has passed quickly as president of NJREA. I have learned the importance of having patience and being an unprejudiced, focused listener. Even though I am a leader, I realize that to be effective in handling my responsibilities, I need to be open to comments from all members.
State budget preserves senior programs
Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed New Jersey’s FY2027 budget on June 30 intended to reduce the structural deficit while meeting growing spending demands.
NJREA scholarships
Virtually every student (+400) who applied for an NJREA scholarship is an exemplary student, an athlete, a school/community volunteer and a leader in both their school and local communities. These students are a small sample of the very finest youth New Jersey public schools send into the world each year.
NEA representative assembly
The NEA-Retired annual meeting and the NEA Representative Assembly (RA) took place in Denver, Colorado, from June 30 through July 7. As the largest democratic policymaking body in the world, the conventions brought together educators to shape the future of public education. NJREA proudly sent 23 delegates to represent New Jersey.
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Learn how to join the group that is changing the face of retired public school employees…the New Jersey Retirees’ Education Association.
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NJREA Office
The NJREA office is located on the first floor (Room 204B) of the brownstone portion of the NJEA building at 180 West State Street, Trenton.
Mailing address
NJREA
P.O. Box 1211
Trenton, NJ 08607-1211
Attn: Jennifer Pierce, NJEA/NJREA Secretary
Phone: 609-310-4546
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NJREA Scholarships
Do you know any high school seniors with high academic accomplishments, active participation in school activities and is community-service minded? NJREA wants to help them continue their education!