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Accessibility
NYSTRS is committed to ensuring this website is accessible for all visitors, including people with disabilities, and develops content to be operative with adaptive technologies.The Retirement System routinely monitors requirements related to website compliance. The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are an internationally recognized set of guidelines for digital accessibility. This website is in compliance with WCAG 2.0, with the majority of the site meeting WCAG 2.1 A.NYSTRS will co...https://www.nystrs.org/accessibility/
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About Delegates
Delegates are teacher members of NYSTRS who are elected to represent their districts. Contact Us 518-447-2900, ext. 4071 [email protected] For more than a century, NYSTRS delegates have served as valuable ambassadors between NYSTRS and our members.As representatives of their districts, delegates have two main functions:Attend the two-day Annual Delegates Meeting held in the fall at which they elect a teacher member to NYSTRS’ Board.Serve as a liaison between NYSTRS and the members in their d...https://www.nystrs.org/delegates/about-delegates/
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Benefit Estimate Request
You may obtain a service retirement benefit estimate in the following ways. While they are valuable tools to assist with your retirement planning, be sure to schedule a benefits consultation with NYSTRS before filing for retirement.1. MyNYSTRS Pension Estimator: This online estimator uses your most-recent earnings and service credit information to estimate your pension. You can run the numbers using various dates of retirement and earnings projections. Estimates can be run for the Maximum ben...https://www.nystrs.org/forms/benefit-estimate-request/
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May 2022
May 2022, Resource: AudioDavid P. Keefe to Seek Re-Election as Retired NYSTRS Teacher TrusteeNYSTRS Among the Largest Public Pension Systems in the NationStay a Step Ahead of ScammersEarnings Cap for District & BOCES Work Suspended Through 6/30/23Pensions Key to Retaining Public School TeachersStudy Looks at Likelihood of Retired People Returning to WorkNew Mail Tracking Options Approved by NYSTRSNew Guide Offers Steps to Take When Death or Illness OccurHelp Us Find Former Teachers with Uncla...https://www.nystrs.org/retirees/resource-newsletter/may-2022/
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2025 Legislation
The following is a summary of 2025 NYSTRS-related legislation that has been signed into law.Earnings in RetirementChapter 55 of the Laws of 2025 (S3005C/A3005C)Specifically Part VVSigned into law May 9, 2025Effective May 9, 2025Expires June 30, 2027Part VV is a two-year extension of Chapter 55 of the Laws of 2024 (Part GG), which was due to expire June 30, 2025. The provision amends Section 211 of the Retirement and Social Security Law to allow a NYSTRS retiree to be employed and earn compens...https://www.nystrs.org/legislation/2025-legislation/
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Active Member FAQs
Refer to our Active Member FAQs for answers to many common questions. Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6250 [email protected] Membership If I teach full time, do I have to join NYSTRS? You must join NYSTRS if you are employed by a New York State (excluding New York City) public school district or BOCES or a NYSTRS-participating charter school in a full-time position as a teacher, teaching assistant, guidance counselor, educational administrator or other title covered by NYSTRS. You may join NY...https://www.nystrs.org/active-members/active-member-faqs/
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Delegate Toolkit
As a delegate, you’re tasked with two key functions: to serve as a liaison between NYSTRS and the members in your district, and to elect active teacher members to NYSTRS’ Retirement Board. To support you in these important roles, we have developed this Delegate Toolkit. Read on for information and resources to help you assist NYSTRS members in your district! Contact Us 518-447-2900, ext. 4071 [email protected] Support Members in Your DistrictYour colleagues will look to you for information a...https://www.nystrs.org/delegates/delegate-toolkit/
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Reporting Tips
Reporting Tips provides helpful information about employer reporting. We encourage you to share Reporting Tips with staff responsible for employer reporting functions. ESA Login Log in to Employer Secure Area 2025 Tips 2024 Tips 2023 Tips 2022 Tips Looking for a particular topic? Search the Reporting Tips by Topic spreadsheet for more information.https://www.nystrs.org/employers/reporting-tips/
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2024 Tips
Contact Us 800-348-7298, ext. 6220 [email protected] List of resources Issue Date Topics November Register for Our Dec. 10 Employer Webinar on Service Credit and Pay Categories; Benefit Profiles Sent to NYSTRS Members; Join Our Advisory Group and Have Your Voice Heard; Tips on Retirement/Benefit Processing Reports October Register for Our Dec. 10 Employer Webinar on Service Credit and Pay Categories; New ESA Feature Available – Secure Messaging!; Administrative Bulletins and Reporting Tips ...https://www.nystrs.org/employers/reporting-tips/2024-tips/
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Newsletters
Catering to both active and retired members. Contact Us 800-348-7298 [email protected] Your Source Newsletter Read our active member newsletter Resource Newsletter Read our retired member newsletter E-Subscribe to Your NewsletterWe'll email you when your newsletter is published online. Sign up on the My Account/E-Subscriptions page of your MyNYSTRS account. Don't have an account? Register for one today and e-subscribe during the registration process.https://www.nystrs.org/library/publications/newsletters/