General Info

Philadelphia Federation of Teachers is a nonprofit organization that represents the educational community and deals with various social and educational rights. The organization promotes rights of education sector employees, including economic security and professional interests. It conducts sessions to promote civic responsibility and political awareness in its members. The organization provides a variety of benefits to its members, including legal services, pension, coupons and discount offers, health care and welfare. It also represents education sector employees in matters affecting public schools and participates in formulation and administration of educational policies. In addition, Philadelphia Federation of Teachers provides various resources to students interested in the teaching profession. Located in Philadelphia, the organization publishes a monthly magazine that carries information and updates on its activities and programs.