INFORMATION

A union's power is built on the participation of its members. There are so many ways to build our collective strength. Read on to learn more.

Become a member

The first step to maximizing your union's leverage is to make sure that you are a member. As a member, you will have a seat at the table where decisions are made, your rights as an educator will be championed, and you can count on unwavering support when you need it most.

Here are just some of the valuable benefits of becoming a member:

• Group Legal Services Program (GLSP): Access expert legal advice and representation.
• Educators Employment Liability (EEL) Insurance: Protect yourself with essential coverage.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Earn up to 6 FREE university credit units per year by attending in-person CTA conferences or participating in online CTA Virtual Pass sessions.
• New Teacher Classroom Setup Grant: Receive $300 to support your classroom setup if you are a first-year teacher.
• Disaster Relief Fund: Assistance when unexpected events occur.
• CTA Death & Dismemberment Plan: Financial security for you and your family.
• NEA Complimentary Life Insurance: Added peace of mind at no extra cost.
• CTA Access to Savings: Enjoy discounts on travel, entertainment, dining, home and garden, and more.
• CTA Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance: Guaranteed acceptance with no medical questions if you join within 270 of starting your new job (or an enrollment campaign).

For more details, you can explore the wealth of information available on the California Teachers Association (CTA) website. You can also review the member benefits brochure and a summary of benefits for additional insights.

Annual dues for full-time employees are $1,271, covering membership in RPCEA, CTA, and the National Educators Association (NEA). This investment supports not only your professional growth but also the collective strength of our teaching community.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN RPCEA

Listen and make your voice heard

You will receive regular information as well as opinion polls and ballots about RPCEA's work through the personal email address listed on your CTA membership. Check your email regularly and add RPCEA's email addresses to your contacts so that communications don't get spam filtered. Your vote matters!