If you have been thinking about opting out of your teachers union or find that they are no longer representing your views, there is good news. The Supreme Court ruling in Janus v. AFSCME on June 27, 2018, means teachers nationwide are no longer required to be part of a teachers union in order to keep their jobs. You can stay a member if
Your Rights & Options as a Teacher
- Teachers union membership is no longer mandatory. Learn more about your educator association rights here.
- If you opt out of the teachers union, you will NOT lose your teaching contract, seniority, or other benefits. See which benefits are provided by your employer vs. those provided by the union.
- The teachers union is not your only option for professional benefits. There are affordable alternatives for liability insurance, job protection, and other resources.
- Deciding to leave your teachers union is not an easy decision, but you are not alone. Hear other educators and former union representatives share their stories.
How to Opt Out of the NEA
If you have decided to opt out of the teachers union, the process should be straightforward.
1️⃣ Fill out your information on the form to the right and select your state.
2️⃣ Download or email yourself a copy of the standard opt out letter.
3️⃣ Complete any missing fields and mail copies to your local union and employer.
What If You Get Pushback or Are Told You Missed the Opt Out Window? Some teachers unions limit their members to a limited period of time where they can resign from their union membership. If you send your opt out letter to your union and employer and are told you have to wait, you can ask them to keep it on file for that window, or get help opting out sooner.
Some experts believe that the Supreme Court ruling in Janus v. AFSCME means teachers should not be locked into a membership they were forced to have as a condition of employment and are free to opt out any time. Several organizations are successfully working with teachers to help them resign outside of their union’s opt out window. If you need help, please contact us at info@teacherfreedom.org.
If you have been thinking about opting out of your teachers union or find that they are no longer representing your views, there is good news. The Supreme Court ruling in Janus v. AFSCME on June 27, 2018, means teachers nationwide are no longer required to be part of a teachers union in order to keep their jobs. You can stay a member if
Your Rights & Options as a Teacher
- Teachers union membership is no longer mandatory. Learn more about your educator association rights here.
- If you opt out of the teachers union, you will NOT lose your teaching contract, seniority, or other benefits. See which benefits are provided by your employer vs. those provided by the union.
- The teachers union is not your only option for professional benefits. There are affordable alternatives for liability insurance, job protection, and other resources.
- Deciding to leave your teachers union is not an easy decision, but you are not alone. Hear other educators and former union representatives share their stories.
How to Opt Out of the NEA
If you have decided to opt out of the teachers union, the process should be straightforward.
1️⃣ Fill out your information on the form below and select your state.
2️⃣ Download or email yourself a copy of the standard opt out letter.
3️⃣ Complete any missing fields and mail copies to your local union and employer.