Learn more about the issues impacting schools, students, and teachers and support staff and actions you can take to protect public education.
Nominations are now open for then 2026 NEA RA state, retired, and aspiring educator delegate elections and elections for statewide positions. Nominations close at 4pm on Feb. 11. Download the Spring Election Notice | Nominate Today!
IEA Representative Assembly
March 12-14, 2026
Rosemont, IL
Join IEA members all across Illinois for monthly solidarity walk-ins
We will take action on the first school day of every month and build our power leading up to our biggest walk-in for May Day 2026!
Undo Tier 2
Tier 2 is a major flaw in our pension system, and it is causing many to switch careers or choose not to begin a career in education in the first place.
Learn more about the issues impacting schools, students, and teachers and support staff and actions you can take to protect public education.
Anti-union organizations like the Illinois Policy Institute are trying to silence our collective voice. The voice we use to advocate for our students, our schools and ourselves. We won’t let them.
Donate to the IEA Foundation to help build relationships between schools and communities by funding SCORE grants around the state.
Raising Education Support Professionals by Elevating Careers Together is a statewide effort by ESPs, with the support of IEA staff, to improve working conditions.
Discounts at the places you shop every day in categories like: Dining, shopping, hotel and travel, car rental, movies and entertainment, outdoor recreation, home and garden, health and beauty, and auto service.
To teach in Illinois, you’ll need at least a bachelor’s degree and a teaching license. On this page, we’ll go over the steps required to teach in Illinois, plus answer some commonly asked questions about licensure.
