How do I join?

You may join by filling out the online membership form in the category in which you are eligible, or you can obtain a membership form from the local association president or building representative. You may also call the WVEA at 1-800-642-8261 and request that a form is mailed to you.

How do I pay my dues – what methods of payment are available?

A variety of methods are available for payment of dues. They include: payroll deduction, credit card, check, or contact the WVEA Headquarters office to arrange a billing schedule (1-800-642-8261) extension 131.

What do I get with my membership?

Membership entitles you to participate in WVEA conferences, UniServ and legal assistance, personal consultation on issues such as employment, PEIA, retirement, certification, etc., receive mailings and communications from both the NEA and WVEA, $1 million per occurrence liability policy, NEA Member Benefits, Dues Tab Insurance, and much, much, more.

When do my benefits begin?

You are entitled to participate and receive services when the WVEA headquarters office receives your membership form.

How do I know if I am already a member?

If you are supposed to have payroll deductions withheld from your pay, check your pay stub. If you pay by some other method or are still unsure, contact our office at 1-800-642-8261 extension 131 and ask for verification of your membership.

How often are payroll deductions taken?

Payroll deductions are made for each payroll except for the months of July and August.

Do I have to sign up every year?

If you are a continuing member and remain employed in Wood County, the answer is ‘no.’ However, if you move from county to county or are RIFFed and recalled, you will need to reenroll.  Check your payroll deductions each time to make sure that no mistakes are made.

What is ‘Dues Tab’?

Dues Tab is a member only life insurance policy that provides coverage of up to $50,000. You are automatically enrolled in the program at no additional cost upon becoming a member and the amount of the policy continues to grow for each year that you hold continuous membership in the Association.

Can I just join WVEA and not belong to my local or the NEA?

No. Unified membership requires members to join their local, state and national affiliates.

Does my dues money go to political candidates?

In accordance with the WVEA Bylaws, a WVEA-PAC (Political Action Committee) contribution of ten dollars ($10.00) has been assessed as part of the WVEA dues. Any person wishing not to participate in WVEA-PAC should contact the WVEA office at 1-800-642-8261 extension 131 prior to November 1.

Where objections are made, the member may choose to:

(a) divert the ten dollars to the West Virginia Foundation for Improvement of Education (WVFIE),

(b) divert the ten dollars to the West Virginia Education Association Building Fund, or

(c) receive a rebate of ten dollars. Where objections are made, the ten dollars will not be used for political purposes.

Additional Questions?

If you have additional questions that are not answered here, contact one of the co-presidents, your association representatives, the Organizational Development Specialist for Wood County, or call the WVEA Headquarters at 1-800-642-8261.