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NEA can help you reach your professional and financial goals. Whether you are a public school teacher, faculty member, education support professional, retired educator, or a student preparing to become a teacher, NEA and its state and local affiliates have a place for you in our 3.2 million member organization.

When you join the women and men of the National Education Association, you'll be part of a strong, united team that's making a difference for America's children.

Advocating for excellence in education 'is what NEA is all about. Your membership and involvement is a positive investment in the public schools of America. We invite you to join the team that's dedicated to creating great public schools for every child.

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Active Professional/Certified

For individuals employed in public education in a certified position in a public school district or institution of higher learning or whose job is primarily education. More

Active Education Support Profesional (ESP)/Classified

For individuals who are employed in public education in a support position in a public school district or institution of higher learning or whose job is primarily in education. More

Retired

For individuals no longer employed in public education and who are eligible to receive a pension from an educational employment institution. More

Pre-Retired Subscription

For individuals who are currently working and are an NEA Active Professional or ESP, you may join as a pre-retired member in advance of retirement. More

Student Membership

Student Membership is available if you are enrolled in a postsecondary program that is preparatory for employment in a position that will make you eligible for Active (teacher) membership in the NEA.

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