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Become a Member

Join North Carolina's public school employees union! We welcome student, professional, retired, and community members.

Join as an Educator

Educators of all types, including active ESP or Classified Staff, can join here. 

Teacher and class

Union membership means:

  • A voice at the table for improved working and student learning conditions, including winning increased pay and benefits;
  • Professional development and leadership training;
  • Protect your rights, receive guidance and, if necessary, legal representation;
  • Join forces with educators across the state on issues that matter you and your students.

Join as a Student

Join fellow students enrolled in a postsecondary program preparing you for a career in public education. Advocate for your future profession, while becoming a leader today. Join here

Join as a Retired Educator

Pre-retired and retired educators, both certified and non-certified, can join as retired members here as part of the NC Retired School Personnel. Fight for the rights of retired workers and more.

Join as a Community Ally

Community Allies are the friends, parents, and community members who believe in NCAE's mission to provide every student with an excellent education. Join here.

Amanda Thompson
I support NCAE because our students and educators need a strong cohesive voice to create sustainable change. The union work we do also creates a better life for all of us. Together WE make things happen!
Quote by: Amanda Thompson, Educator
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A leading voice for educational excellence

The North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE) is our leading voice for educational excellence, for children and their families, and for the public schools they count on. As the public school employees union and the largest association of professional educators in North Carolina, our membership extends to all 100 counties and includes teachers, non-classified school staff, administrators, students, retirees, and community allies. NCAE believes that every child has a right to a high-quality education, an excellent teacher, and a well-funded school.