VEA employs individuals who work out of the headquarters in Richmond and regional offices. Most professional positions are UniServ Directors who work directly with members and local Union leaders across the state.
The VEA headquarters staff includes lobbyists, researchers, technology, professional learning, and communications specialists, as well as administrative, technical, and accounting support staff.
“The mission of the Virginia Education Association is to unite our members and local communities across the Commonwealth in fulfilling the promise of a high quality public education that successfully prepares every single student to realize his or her full potential. We believe this can be accomplished by advocating for students, education professionals, and support professionals.”
According to the Economic Policy Institute, teachers in Virginia earn 67 cents on the dollar compared to other (non-teacher) college-educated workers. Virginia’s teacher wage penalty is the worst in the nation.
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