Links & Resources

2012-2013 Leadership Roster
(Click on GTA Officers to also view)

Heart's Desire Application

GTA Election Petitions

GTA Election Guidelines

GTA Teaching Assistant Election Guidelines

GTA Teaching Assistant Election Petitions

Mentor Teacher Application

FAQ's

Who is the GTA?

It's you, the valued member who dedicates endless hours toward our shared goal of "Quality in Education."

An effective union relies on the active participation of all of its membership.  We are only as strong as we are united.  We are fortunate to have a highly active and committed membership.

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GTA Constituent Groups

The Guilderland Teachers' Association is made up of several groups of people, all working together to fulfill the mission of "quality in education."

• Teachers
• Guidance Counselors
• Social Workers
• Nurses
• Teaching Assistants
• Retirees

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Union Hierarchy

Our local union is a part of a larger national organization.  That path to national is littered with acronyms.  Here's a map to help you find your way.

School level: Each school in the district has it's own Faculty Association
      Involvement: School Building Presidents, Representatives

Local level: GTA (Guilderland Teachers' Association)
    Local #: 2698
    Involvement: Officers, Representatives, Rep. Council

State level: NYSUT (New York State United Teachers)
    Election District #: 10
    Involvement: ED10, Representative Assembly delegates, Committee of 100, NYSUT Conference

National level: AFT (American Federation of Teachers)
    Involvement: AFT Conference

National Umbrella Organization: AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor - Congress of Industrial Organizations)

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How do I contact people at the District Office?

Look below or click HERE for more specific information

GCSD District Office Phone Number:  456-6200
Names below are followed by phone extension numbers.
You can also e-mail them through your Groupwise
account.

Superintendent:  x3125
Principal Stenographer: Linda VanAuken x3125

Asst. Supt. for Instruction:  x3119
Secretary:  x3119

Admin/Human Resources:  x3117
Secretary: Barbara Jager x3117

Asst. Supt. For Business: Neil Sanders x3125
Secretary: Linda Livingston x3125

Chief Technology Specialist: Joe Laurenzo x3121

Elementary Staff Developer:  x3130
Secretary/Inservice Programs: Camilla Comisso x3123

Health insurance/Benefits: Paula Krutz   x3131

Payroll: Diane Tenenini x3107

Public Information: Amy Zurlo x3115
(District Newsletter, Website Coordinator)

Purchase Orders: Anne Barker x3104

School Lunch Director: Linda Mosop x3110

Who do I speak with if I have a problem on the job?
    The first step is to speak with your building rep, who can help you decide the best course of action to resolve your issue.

What do I do if I have a personal issue that is interfering with my work?
    Contact the Employee Assistance Program 434-1799.  It is a totally free, totally confidential service that is provided to employees to support them through a wide range of personal issues.

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