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How to Join GCFA
How to Join GCFA
GCFA represents all full-time and part-time faculty, regardless of membership status. Membership is optional but offers benefits from GCFA, CCA, CTA, and NEA. Join online at https://join.cta.org/. For membership inquiries, contact Nick Park (npark@gavilan.edu).
Members: Update Your Information & Get Involved
Members: Update Your Information & Get Involved
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Member Benefits
Member Benefits
Eligibility to vote on and ratify the Contract, which governs employment terms negotiated between faculty representatives and the Board of Trustees
Automatic membership in CCA (California Community Association)
Eligibility for all benefits of CTA (California Teachers Association)
Eligibility for all benefits of NEA (National Education Association)
CTA members who take advantage of these benefits can save more than the total amount of their dues.
GCFA's Advocacy Achievements
GCFA's Advocacy Achievements
GCFA has a track record of securing significant benefits for faculty. By actively participating in the union, you can help shape future improvements and protect these hard-won gains.
Gavilan ranks in the top third for full-time faculty salaries in California Community Colleges
Boosted part-time salary schedule
Health Insurance and sick leave pay for part-time faculty
Supportive evaluation process for part-time faculty
Conference funds for part-time faculty
Seniority/rehire system
Improved Family Leave
Bereavement, family, and jury duty leaves
Flexible stipends for coaches
GCFA addresses member issues through its grievance team and Executive Board.
FAQs: GCFA Membership
FAQs: GCFA Membership
Q: Who does GCFA represent? A: GCFA represents all full-time and part-time faculty, whether they are members or not.
Q: Is membership in GCFA mandatory? A: No, membership is optional but encouraged.
Q: What additional memberships come with GCFA membership? A: GCFA members automatically become members of CCA and are eligible for CTA and NEA benefits.
Q: How do I join GCFA? A: Complete the CTA membership form online at https://join.cta.org/.
Q: Who should I contact with membership questions? A: Contact Nicholas Park at npark@gavilan.edu for membership inquiries.
Q: Can non-members vote on the Contract? A: No, only unit members have the right to vote on and ratify the Contract.
Q: How effective is GCFA in advocating for its members? A: GCFA has achieved numerous benefits for faculty, including salary increases, improved leave policies, and better working conditions for both full-time and part-time faculty.
Q: What are the membership costs? A: Link coming soon! In the meantime, contact Nicholas Park.
Q: Are there specific benefits for part-time faculty? A: Yes, GCFA has secured benefits such as health insurance, a supportive evaluation process, conference funds, sick leave pay, and a boosted salary schedule for part-time faculty.
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