Membership FAQs

Is this your first teaching contract?
Ask about a special discounted rate for your first year’s membership.

Are you a college student/pre-professional?
BVEA covers the cost of student membership for your first year being a student teacher.

Who can enroll?
Student Membership is available if you are enrolled in a postsecondary program that is preparatory for employment in a position that will make you eligible for Active (teacher) membership in the NEA.

When can I enroll?
Enrollment for the current membership year is offered online from the start of the membership year, September 1, through the end of May. Beginning June 1, the online system accepts applications for enrollment for the next membership year, however you can still enroll for the current year by submitting a paper enrollment form and check payment. Contact your State Education Association or Aspiring Educators Representative if you need an enrollment form.

Membership Year and Benefits Coverage
The current membership year, runs from September 1 through August 31. Benefits of current-year membership, including Employment Educators Liability insurance coverage, are effective from the date application is made with payment, through the end of the membership year. Certain benefits may apply retroactively from the beginning of the membership year; contact your State Education Association for details.

Already a Member? Not Sure of your membership status?
If you have enrolled/renewed your membership already and just want to print a proof of membership, or you do not recall whether you enrolled/renewed or are uncertain whether a recent enrollment attempt was completed successfully, please click “Check My Membership Status.”

Members in the CEA/NEA Student Program are eligible to receive the following benefits:

Today and CEA Journal
NEA’s Annual Tomorrow’s Teacher Magazine
Cutting edge research from the NEA Professional Library
$1 million Educators Employment Liability Insurance
Legal Service advice/consultation from a CEA attorney in legal matters directly related to your preparation to become a teacher.

Professional Development

The NEA Aspiring Educator Program holds its own national leadership and professional development conferences.

Personal Economic benefits through NEA Member Benefits including:

Credit Card Program
Auto and Homeowners Insurance through California Causality (Call for free quote 1-866-693-8458)
Personal Loan Program 1-888-801-6659
Line of Credit Program
Car Rental Discount Program
Other programs designed for new teachers

How to join as a NEA aspiring educator:

Enroll now on the NEA website. Many colleges and universities in the state have active Local Associations on campus for students studying education.

Once you have finished enrolling, you will receive an email confirming your successful membership as an NEA Student Member. The PDF will also include a receipt of the transaction.

If you have questions, please email us at krutledge@coloradoea.org

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