Why should I be a member of a union?
EGEA
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Your membership contributes to bargaining power with our district; High rates of membership make us all stronger
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You are represented by a bargaining team that negotiates for wages, health benefits, and working conditions
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Your interests are represented on district committees ranging from special education, assessments, report cards, curriculum, technology, and the district calendar, just to name a few
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You are entitled to assistance in filing of grievances should that become necessary
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You can vote in elections regarding Association leadership, EGUSD calendar, and tentative agreements as well as site sidebars
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Enforcement of the collective bargaining contract and labor law
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Legal Resources: You are entitled to a lawyer in an employment related case. It only takes one incident for there to be an issue, you never know when you may need representation by both the local (EGEA) association and/or legal counsel
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Protection and negotiation of fair hiring and transfer processes
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Protections of academic freedom
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You or your dependents may be eligible to apply for EGEA/CTA Scholarships
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The wage gap between men and women and people of different races is negligible, if anything, in a union position (Economic Policy Institute & VOX)
CTA & NEA
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Representation in political matters, policy, and legislation that affect educators, students, our community and profession
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Membership allows you to enroll in Life and Disability Insurance (CTA endorsed product, The Standard)
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NEA Educators Liability Program: $1 million employment liability insurance coverage
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You are entitled to member benefits through CTA and NEA which includes discounts for shopping and travel, including theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios. Try the My Deals app for easy savings. You must log in with a registered CTA account. (iTunes or Android)
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Professional subscriptions: CTA Educator and NEA Today
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Two complimentary magazine subscriptions each year