TCTA's member benefits are a perfect fit for Texas teachers and other professionals who work directly with students in Texas public schools. Members easily save more than the cost of their dues with our services and discounts. Learn more about our valuable member benefits by reading these FAQs about TCTA and following the links below. Already a member? Encourage your colleagues to join, and benefit from our Take 2, Make $25 program. 

Professional Protection

Professional liability insurance – up to $8 million, with $2 million for civil rights coverage

Legal Assistance & Information

Direct access to nine TCTA attorneys – employment-related legal information, assistance and representation at no cost beyond your annual dues

Teacher Defense Fund – $250,000 to hire outside counsel to assist members when circumstances warrant

Ask-a-Lawyer – email system for members requesting general legal information

Advocacy

TCTA's top-ranked lobby team – the most effective teacher advocates in Texas

Capitol Updates and Action Alerts – the news you need during a legislative session

TexasTeachersVote.org – TCTA's voter education website for Texas educators

ACT For TCTA – TCTA members' political action committee

Publications

Survival Guide – a must-have reference for every Texas educator

The Classroom Teacher – our award-winning magazine

TCTA eUpdate – our email newsletter

Continuing Education

 FreeFFree online CPE – 40-plus hours from TCTA, an SBEC-approved provider of CPE hours

Discounts & Other Savings Programs

Members-only discounts – savings on auto insurance, theme park tickets, telephone plans, hotels and more