REPRESENTATION

As a TTUTA member you are entitled to legal representation in all matters in defence of your job. The cost of such representation is borne by the Association. TTUTA went to court in the Chankit Case and the Tudor Case to obtain a judgement stating that temporary teachers cannot be summarily dismissed. Few teachers are able to carry the cost of such litigation.

LEGAL ADVICE

Members can obtain sound legal advice on any matter relating to terms and conditions of service. Our Industrial Relations Department is competent and stands ready to provide this service.

TEACHERS’ COLLEGES

Every AT (Primary) and AT (Secondary) who is a member of the Association and who qualifies for entry to Teachers’ College at the cut-off date is guaranteed a place.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Through Professional Development days, National Conventions, Seminars, Workshops and various courses, members are given the opportunity to improve themselves professionally. Principals to Assistant Teachers benefit from such activities. They are thus placed in a position to play a more pivotal role in the education system and in the development of our country.

STUDY CIRCLE PROGRAMME

This programme is designed to educate the membership on:

i. Laws and Regulations pertaining to the Teaching Service. ii. New information relevant to the Teaching Service.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year, TTUTA in conjunction with the government, offers scholarships for members to attend the Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies. They can either pursue courses in Labour Studies or Cooperative Studies. TTUTA has designated these awards the McKensley Nathasingh Scholarships.

TUTOR

Members are entitled to a copy of the Association’s official organ, TUTOR. Teachers are encouraged to send articles to their newspaper through the editor.

MSVU/MOUNT ST. VINCENT UNIVERSITY

TTUTA has entered into an alliance with the Mount Saint Vincent University for the provision of a Masters in Education Programme via distance learning. At present, the programme offers options in Educational Leadership & Curriculum Studies. This two-year course is being offered to TTUTA members who already are holders of a recognised first degree or its equivalent. Upon completion, graduates will find themselves better poised for eligibility to promotional posts catered for in the new Teaching Service structure. For further information, please contact our Programme Coordinator at 645-1134.

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DISCOUNTS – INCENTIVES TO MEMBERS

Using your membership card you can obtain discounts from the businesses that have indicated their willingness to participate in this programme. Every two years a new booklet is delivered to members providing them with information on the participating businesses.

INSURANCES

TTUTA members enjoy special rates on motor vehicle insurance through a Group Plan negotiated with an insurance company. Members also enjoy special rates on homes and their contents. Members who do not own their own homes can insure the contents of their dwelling places. The rates we enjoy as a group can see members saving hundreds of dollars.

SPORTING ACTIVITIES

The Association organises Inter District competitions such as Windball Cricket, All Fours, Netball and Football. The Association also simultaneously holds a 10K event and a 1 Lap Savannah race every year in the month of January.

An awards function is organised at the end of the year to present participants with medals and trophies won during Inter District competitions.

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS

This event is held in the month of March or April each year. Members have a standing invitation.

FAMILY DAY

Every year TTUTA organises a fun Family Day for members and their families in the month of May. Each year a different district hosts the event. Members and their families are therefore presented with the opportunity to travel to and socialize with teachers in different areas of the country.

TOURS

The Association makes every effort to arrange packages to several tourist destinations. Once suitable ones are sourced, the information is passed on to members.

MONTH OF THE TEACHER

October is designated Month of the Teacher. The Association plans and executes several programmes during this period. Highlights include District Conventions, observation of World Teachers’ Day and the naming of the Teacher of the Year.

AWARDS

The Frank B. Seepersad Teacher of the Year Award is an annual award to a TTUTA member who has contributed significantly to the Association, to education and to society.

The Urich Loutoo Award consists of three bursaries awarded to three students who are attending the University of the West Indies on a full-time basis and whose parents are members of TTUTA.

ATTENDANCE AT MEETINGS

All members are free to attend meetings of the General Council, Conference of Delegates, District Staff Representatives’ meetings and Staff Representatives’ Conventions. However, only bona fide members of these bodies are allowed to vote.