7 Valuable Reasons Why You Should Join FCAE
Respect
NCAE is one of the largest providers of high-quality professional development training in the state. Take part in continuing education in everything from classroom management to teacher evaluations.
Legal Protection
NCAE is one of the largest providers of high-quality professional development training in the state. Take part in continuing education in everything from classroom management to teacher evaluations.
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Do you have big dreams to help your students and school? NCAE has access to robust leadership training courses that will give you the skills to be an effective leader in your school, community, and state.
Member Discounts
Members get access to the best team of education law experts in the state. Having our liability insurance makes sure that NCAE has you covered.
Members can take advantage of deep discounts on vacations, movie tickets, life insurance, cars, and more.
Living Wages
Simply put, educators deserve professional pay for professional work — and the members of NCAE are the premier advocates fighting to ensure you’re paid what you’re worth. This also means stopping legislative cuts to your benefits such as health insurance and retirement.
Networking
Being an educator can be stressful — but you’re not alone. NCAE members have a support system of thousands of educators and NCAE staff who live and work in your district. Whether you’re a new teacher who needs advice on a difficult classroom or a food service worker that’s pushing back against student lunch debt – our union members are here to provide support, experience, and their voices to your needs.
Leadership Training
From the local school board to the state legislature, elected officials are making decisions that impact your schools — join our union and be a part of the discussion. NCAE members form the strongest voice advocating for educators and students across North Carolina. We’re fighting against the standardized test regime, raising the need for fair evaluations, and standing in solidarity to secure fair wages for every worker in our schools.
Advocacy
Need help joining the North Carolina Association of Educators?
Active Professional/Certified and Active ESP/Classified Educators can join by clicking become a member or join today links above. If you are an Aspiring Educator, Pre-Retired Educator, or Retired Educator, use the links below to join. If you continue to have difficulty joining, contact us to receive further assistance.