Job-related concerns pop up for public educators when you least suspect them—and eligible members know they can call ATPE for help. Our member legal services program stands out for its turnkey service. When an eligible member contacts ATPE for employment-related assistance, the ball starts rolling quickly, with the member speaking to an attorney shortly after their benefits are verified.

ATPE’s insured benefits* include:

• Up to $8 million in professional liability insurance, subject to policy limits.
• Employment rights defense coverage whether you win or lose your case.

Plus: The ATPE Member Legal Services Department supports eligible members with quick, confidential assistance in English or Spanish at no additional cost.

ATPE’s professional lobbyists fight for you in Austin and D.C., advocating for education issues only. Our recent advocacy victories include:

• Significant pay raises for most teachers and support staff
• Repeal of the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP)
• A ban on student cell phone use during instructional time
• Student discipline reforms protecting the classroom learning environment

• Earn continuing professional education (CPE) on demand at no additional cost with access to more than 100 courses in the ATPE Professional Learning Portal.
• Save hundreds of dollars each year on travel, prescriptions, appliances, and more using an exclusive menu of 25+ member discounts
• Ask ATPE’s new AI assistant, Judy, your questions about all things #txed. Members have unlimited access to Judy!

• The new ATPE Online Community offers 24/7 opportunities to connect with peers.
• Gen ATPE programming and networking opportunities are specially designed for educators ages 30 and younger.
• In-person networking, leadership development, and learning opportunities are available at the state and local levels.