Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions from PFT members — plus how to reach the union office and every PFT department.
Member FAQ
Our full Member FAQ is maintained in a living Google document that is updated regularly. Open it for the latest answers to questions about PFT membership.
Open Member FAQ DocumentHelpful Links
Quick access to PFT resources, partner organizations, and external sites that may be useful to members.
PFT Member Links
- PFT Health & Welfare Fund
- PFT Legal Services Fund
- School District of Philadelphia
- Check on the status of a bill in the PA Legislature
- Pennsylvania Department of Education
- Act 48
- U.S. Department of Education
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
- Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System
- Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network
- Freedom Credit Union
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Didn’t find your answer?
Call or email the PFT office, or use the department directory below.
PFT Offices & Departments
Reach the right department directly. Hours are Eastern time.
PFT Main Office
PFT Human Resources Office
PFT Information Office
Information officers and staff representatives are available to answer your questions regarding all areas of the PFT-District contract.
PFT Communications Director
For media inquiries, website questions, and other communications-related issues.
PFT Health & Welfare Fund
Administers PFT member benefit programs. H&W coordinators provide information about dental, vision, long-term disability, and prescription drug plans, and assist members with Worker's Compensation, retirement planning, medical coverage, and professional development.
PFT Legal Services Fund
Provides free and reduced-cost legal services for members and their families — legal advice, court representation, wills, and home-purchase assistance. A coordinator can speak at chapter meetings and provide information about the plan.
Other Important Numbers
Contact details for the School District, retirement system, and affiliated labor organizations.