Top 12 reasons to belong to NJEA
There are so many great reasons to be part of New Jersey’s most powerful union for public school employees. From contract negotiation to professional development to member benefits and so much more, NJEA is a great support and resource for every New Jersey public school employee.
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1. Stronger Unions, Better Outcomes
States with strong unions not only lead the nation in student achievement, but also in educators’ pay and benefits. Strong unions lead to better outcomes for students, employees and our communities. Be part of the winning team with NJEA and your local union.
2. Best Schools in the Nation
New Jersey’s public schools are the best in the nation, and our strong union is a big reason why. NJEA advocates for fair funding, strong contracts, quality professional development and safe and healthy schools. Be part of the winning team. Be part of NJEA and your local union.
3. Student Advocates
The number one reason educators cite for working in public education is they care about students. As a member of NJEA and your local union, you have a voice advocating for the best interests of students because your voice is stronger when you stand with others who care.
4. Self Advocates
Strong unions empower educators to advocate for themselves. Membership gives you a voice and a place at the table and the ability to influence decisions that affect your career. Be part of NJEA and your local union and be proud of the work we do every day to strengthen our profession.
5. Legislative Accountability
New Jersey invests in public schools and school employees, but that doesn’t happen without a strong union. Thanks to decades of NJEA members being actively involved in elections, New Jersey’s public schools are the best in the nation!
6. Educator Rights
No employer gives high salaries, benefits, and safe working conditions without a fight. Thanks to decades of advocacy, New Jersey has the best systems of public education in the nation. Let’s keep it that way. Be part of NJEA and your local union to protect public education and educator rights.
7. Social Justice
We all need to work for equal opportunities and justice. NJEA is working to make New Jersey’s public schools excellent for every student. Through training, advocacy and education, we can achieve a better and more just world.
8. Empowered Support Staff
Educational support professionals are an essential part of New Jersey’s strong public schools. They deserve strong salaries, benefits, and respect for the work they do. NJEA advocates for the protection and rights for educational support professionals.
9. Higher Education, Higher Standards
New Jersey’s community colleges are among the best in the nation and help launch students in life. NJEA higher education members are constantly advocating for their students and their colleges to ensure that we keep our standards high – and help our students soar.
10. High Quality Professional Development
Educators know the importance of being lifelong learners. Thanks to NJEA’s excellent professional development, New Jersey’s educators are among the most highly qualified in the world.
11. Community Partnership
NJEA welcomes collaboration among all stakeholders to ensure schools continue to work for students. Schools are a vital part of the community, and the strongest schools respect input from students, educators, families and residents. NJEA offers programs to engage the entire community.
12. Membership Pays Back
NJEA members can save every penny of their dues by using NJEA’s Member Benefits program to save money on home and car buying, travel, groceries, insurance, and so much more!