Missouri NEA works to promote, advance, and protect public education, the education profession, and the rights and interests of our members.
Missouri NEA works to promote, advance, and protect public education, the education profession, and the rights and interests of our members.
Simply put, educators deserve professional pay for professional work — and the members of Missouri NEA are the premiere advocates fighting to ensure you’re paid what you’re worth. This also means stopping legislative cuts to your benefits such as health insurance and retirement.
From the local school board to the state legislature, elected officials are making decisions that impact your schools — join our union and be a part of the discussion. Missouri NEA members form the strongest voice advocating for educators and students across Missouri. We’re fighting against the standardized test regime, raising the need for fair evaluations, and standing in solidarity to secure fair wages for every worker in our schools.
Being an educator can be stressful — but you’re not alone. Missouri NEA members have a support system of thousands of educators and Missouri NEA staff who live and work in your district. Whether you’re a new teacher who needs advice on a difficult classroom or a food service worker that’s pushing back against student lunch debt – our union members are here to provide support, experience, and their voices to your needs.
Missouri NEA is one of the largest providers of high-quality professional development trainings in the state. Take part in continuing education in everything from classroom management to teacher evaluations.
Do you have big dreams to help your students and school? Missouri NEA has access to robust leadership training courses that will give you the skills to be an effective leader in your school, community, and state.
Members get access to the best team of education law experts in the state. Having our liability insurance makes sure that Missouri NEA has you covered.
Members can take advantage of deep discounts on vacations, movie tickets, life insurance, cars and more.
I’m a proud member of Missouri NEA because my union is always working to support me. Most recently, I attended a Degrees Not Debt workshop and learned that I could save $100 per month on my student loan payment.”
I recommend all my ESP colleagues join MNEA, not only for the benefits, but for the support from people who are there to help you stand up for what’s right.”
I knew it was important to be part of my union. MNEA defended our working environments, helped teachers earn fair pay and good benefits, while focusing on putting students first.”
No other professional organization does more for Missouri educators. With your support, we can protect our profession today, and for our next generation of educators.