Student Membership

Texas AFT provides a free annual membership for students completing their education degree or certification.

By joining, you make our union stronger and your participation – as an active member and a future educator who stands up for public schools – inspires and empowers others to do the same. We owe it to ourselves to come together as educators and stand up for our public schools. Call us at 1-800-222-3827 for more information.

Join today

Membership is free. All student memberships must be renewed annually. Join our movement today – join Texas AFT.

Becoming a teacher

Find out why becoming a teacher is the right choice for you. Download our PDF booklet.

Student Membership benefits

Student Debt Relief Programs – Texas AFT provides many Student Debt Clinics and benefits to help reduce student loan debt. Click here to learn more.
Local, State, and National Advocacy – Be a part of a movement that seeks to lift up the profession by improving working conditions
$1 Million Professional Liability Insurance – covers against accidents that may occur to students under your care at school, claims of professional negligence, and other issues.
$5,000 Legal Protection – covers up to $5,000 in legal fees for job-related issues of discrimination, teacher dismissal, and other items established by the AFT Legal Defense Committee.
Professional Development Opportunities – Texas AFT provides complimentary professional development workshops with our Bridges Institute.
Save Big Dollars – members receive thousands of discounts saving you and your family money on travel, entertainment, shopping, hotels, rental cars, movie tickets, etc.
Publications – this includes the American Educator magazine.