New Teachers (Mentors and Teacher Tips)

Welcome to membership in the Milwaukee Teachers’ Education Association!

The MTEA is a professional union of educators. Together, we work to improve teaching and learning in Milwaukee’s public schools. Our goal is to achieve a better future for our members and the students and families we serve.

Use this section to take advantage of benefits you have through hard-fought contract negotiations, as well as other resources to help you feel confident in the classroom.

Learn more about your contract and other rights and responsibilities of membership here.

Become a New Teacher Leader!

Mentors: New teachers receive support from school-based and city-wide mentors.

Teacher Tips: Use these tips to help you start off the year on the right foot, including tips on field trips, classroom discipline, successful conferences, and beating the first day jitters