New Members
Welcome to the Oregon Education Association! We’re excited that you have joined OEA - an advocate for students, educators, and their families across the state of Oregon. As a new member of OEA, you’ll want to take a moment to explore some of the many benefit programs available to OEA members, including:
- Discounts on shopping, entertainment and travel
- Financial Services, including credit card and credit union services
- Health & Wellness Information
- Auto and Home Insurance Programs
- Loan Forgiveness program information
When you join OEA, NEA and your local association, you are joining a 2.5 million-member family of pre-school through grade 12 educators, higher education faculty and staff and education support professionals. It is an opportunity to work with others who share your professional goals and concerns. The OEA has a wealth of resources to help wth the transition into your new role.
Guides for New Members
These guides, created annually by OEA's Center for Teaching and Learning, provide tips and resources specifically designed for new OEA members in their field: Community College Faculty, Classified/Education Support Professionals (ESP), and Teachers. For more information, click on the appropriate guidebook below.
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New Teacher Handbook |
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New Education Support Professionals Handbook |
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New Community College Faculty Member Handbook |
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New Community College Education Support Professional Handbook |



