As a member of the Ithaca Teachers Association, you are also a member of our affiliate associations and eligible for all services afforded members of these associations.
NYSUT Member Benefits offers:
endorsed insurances
financial and legal consultations
discount of travel and shopping
mental health and wellness benefits
and so much more!
The New York State Teachers' Retirement System (NYSTRS) provides retirement, disability, and death benefits to eligible New York State public school teachers and administrators, excluding those employed in New York City. NYSTRS retirees are guaranteed a monthly benefit payment for life. NYSTRS is one of the 10 largest public retirement funds in the nation, managing $137.2 billion in assets.
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Helpful Links
Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI) grant funding for teachers and school programs in the ICSD
Family Reading Partnership promotes literacy in the Ithaca Community
Tompkins County Workers Center regional hub for workers and workers rights
Tompkins Workforce New York One-Stop Career Center (607) 272-7570
NY State of Health Marketplace 1-855-355-5777
NYS Department of Labor – Unemployment Insurance Guide for Teachers
NYS My Benefits – Check your eligibility for a range of work supports and services.
NYSUT Member Benefits- Offers for free and reduced products and services exclusive to NYSUT members
Education Learning Trust (ELT)- NYSUT's professional development arm offering free and reduced professional learning opportunities
Request Form requests for funds will be submitted by building and approved by the PD Funds Committee
Office of Teaching Initiatives:
Tel: (518) 474-2121
Fax: (518) 447-2979
tcert@mail.nysed.gov