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How to Join the Association

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 Professional (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
Aspiring Educator Membership: Aspiring Educator Membership is available if you are enrolled in a post-secondary program that is preparatory for employment in a position that will make you eligible for Active (educator) membership in the NEA.
Community Ally: For individuals interested in advancing the cause of public education and who are not eligible for any of the NEA membership categories appearing above.

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