Member Benefits
Your NEA-Jurupa membership comes with a comprehensive package of benefits — from salary and health coverage negotiated in your contract to legal protection, financial tools, and professional support at the state and national level.
Being a union member means more than collective bargaining. It means access to a network of benefits designed to protect you, support your career, and improve your financial well-being. Here's a full picture of what your membership provides.
Contract Benefits
These benefits are negotiated directly by NEA-Jurupa in your Collective Bargaining Agreement with Jurupa Unified School District.
Competitive Salary Schedule
NEA-Jurupa negotiates your salary schedule, including step and column advancement, ensuring regular pay increases tied to experience and education.
Health & Dental Insurance
The district contributes to health, dental, and vision insurance premiums for eligible employees. Specific plans and contribution amounts are outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Paid Leave
Members are entitled to sick leave, personal necessity leave, bereavement leave, and other paid leave provisions negotiated in the contract.
Class Size Protections
The CBA includes class size limits and workload protections that help ensure manageable working conditions for teachers and support staff.
Preparation Time
Contract provisions protect dedicated preparation and collaboration time for certificated employees, ensuring you have time to plan and prepare for instruction.
Due Process Rights
The contract guarantees due process protections for discipline and dismissal, including the right to union representation at investigatory meetings (Weingarten Rights).
Legal Protection
CTA and NEA provide robust legal support for members facing employment-related challenges.
CTA Legal Services
CTA provides free legal representation for employment-related matters including discipline, dismissal, contract violations, and discrimination claims.
Educator Employment Liability
Up to $1 million in liability coverage for claims arising from your professional duties, including student injury claims and civil rights complaints.
NEA Personal Legal Services
NEA members have access to a personal legal services plan covering wills, real estate transactions, family law matters, and more through NEA Member Benefits.
Retirement & Financial
Your membership connects you to retirement planning resources and exclusive financial products.
CalSTRS Retirement
California educators are enrolled in CalSTRS, one of the largest public pension funds in the world. CTA provides workshops and resources to help you understand and maximize your retirement benefits.
NEA Member Benefits Financial Products
Access to exclusive rates on auto and home insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and investment services through NEA Member Benefits.
Supplemental Retirement Plans
Information and guidance on 403(b) and 457(b) supplemental retirement savings plans available to JUSD employees.
Professional Development
Grow your practice and advance your career with learning opportunities available through your membership.
CTA Conferences & Workshops
CTA hosts statewide conferences, regional workshops, and online learning on topics including instructional practice, leadership, equity, and special education.
NEA Academy
Free and low-cost online courses through the NEA Academy covering classroom strategies, social-emotional learning, educator wellness, and more.
Grants & Scholarships
CTA and NEA offer grants for classroom projects and scholarships for members pursuing advanced degrees or professional credentials.
Leadership Development
Programs through CTA and NEA to develop union leadership skills, including training for site reps, committee chairs, and aspiring local officers.
Discounts & Perks
NEA Member Benefits and CTA partner with hundreds of vendors to offer exclusive discounts for members.
Travel & Entertainment
Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, and entertainment through NEA Member Benefits and CTA partner programs.
Technology & Software
Reduced pricing on computers, software, and technology products from major brands through NEA Member Benefits.
Retail & Shopping
Savings at national retailers, restaurants, and service providers through the NEA Member Benefits discount network.
Know Your Contract
Many of your most important benefits are spelled out in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between NEA-Jurupa and Jurupa Unified School District. Every member should have a copy and know their rights. If you have questions about a specific contract provision, contact your site representative.
View Governance DocumentsQuestions About Your Benefits?
Your site representative is your first point of contact for questions about contract benefits. For CTA and NEA benefits, contact the NEA-Jurupa office or visit the CTA and NEA websites directly.
