New Jersey Education Association

A justice centered union, representing the public school employees
who have made NJ public schools the best in the nation!

What Union Membership Does For You

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Voice

NJEA gives you a voice on issues that affect you in your district, NJ, and at the national level.

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Representative

With NJEA, you are never alone, whether you are negotiating a contract, defending your rights or advocating for change.

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Community

NJEA is YOU, along with 200,000 other members, committed to great public schools for every child.

NJEA is the only choice for serious educators

NJEA is the premier labor union in the nation for serious educators and support professionals who want to protect and advance their careers.

Best public
schools in the nation

#1

Members
strong

200,000

Average
teacher salary

$70,212

Action Center

Make a difference.

TAKE ACTION

Advocacy is vital to the future of public education. Visit the Action Center to see how you can make a difference.

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NJEA Today

Upcoming Events

Apr
13
Community of Practice, Webinars

Pride in Practice: Building Inclusive, Supportive Spaces for LGBTQ+ School Communities

The NJEA PDII Community of Practice for educators will serve as a collaborative space where they can share knowledge, expertise, and best practices.

Apr
13
Statewide Virtual Series, Webinars

Who are Multilingual Learners and How Can We Support Them?

Join to gain clear understanding of Multilingual Learners (MLLs) and how to support them effectively.

Apr
14
Member Benefits, Webinars

NJ BEST: 529 College Savings Plans

NJEA Members Register Here: Learn about the benefits of saving for college through a 529…

Apr
14
Member Benefits, Webinars

Ambassador Training: Planning for Next Year

    This training is intended for NJEA/NEA Member Benefits Ambassadors, but is open to…

Apr
17
Statewide Conferences

NJEA PDII Transform/NJAEA Conference

Professional Learning

Access NJEA’s professional development opportunities for all job categories.

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