Welcome to the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals

The goal of the Federation is for all of the members to work together to ensure our mutual and individual success. By working together we are able to successfully negotiate contracts with competitive wages and benefits and collaborate with the district on programs and policies that are beneficial to all of us.

To become a member of the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, your first step is to join the union by completing the application below..

Membership Application and Dues Deduction Authorization

I recognize that my authorization of dues deduction, and continuation of such authorization from year to year, is voluntary and not a condition of my employment.

In order to comply with the Internal Revenue Service ruling, be advised that your membership dues are not deductible for federal income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses.

First and Last Name

Street number and name, Apartment /Unit number, City, State and Zip Code

Personal (non-SPS) Email

School

Who spoke with you about the benefit of joining the union?

I hereby request and accept membership in Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 4098 and to participate as fully as I can in its activities. I agree to abide by its Constitution and Bylaws. I authorize the union and its successor or assignee to act as my exclusive bargaining representative for purposes of collective bargaining with respect to wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment with my employer.

Effective immediately, I hereby authorize and direct my Employer to deduct from my pay each pay period and transmit to Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 4098 membership dues in the amount established or revised by the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 4098 in accordance with the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 4098 Constitution and Bylaws. There shall be no change in the amount of dues deducted without 60 days’ prior notice by Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals, Local 4098. If for any reason my Employer fails to make a deduction, I authorize the Employer to make such deduction in the subsequent payroll period.

Date

Signature

I confirm that the information given in this form is true

You have successfully submitted your application. Welcome to the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals!

Below are the links to documents that you may find useful as you begin to navigate your way around SPS and the Federation

CBA 2025-2028

Paraeducators In Training Agreement

2025 - 2026 Wage Scale

AFT Member Benefits Login

Click here to designate your beneficiary for the AD&D Insurance include as a free benefit as part of your membership in the AFT.

For Paraeducators in Training who would like to register to take the WorkKeys test please email Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.

Are you a Paraeducator in Training preparing for the WorkKeys test so you can become highly qualified? You can access the practice tests by..

WorkKeys Assessments Online Practice Test

Select Free Online Practice Test

Create an account on ACT or Sign In if you already have an account

Once you have signed in you can access WorkKeys Online practice testing site

Practice Test Packages (available at no fee)

a. WorkKeys Applied Math

b. WorkKeys Graphic Literacy

c. WorkKeys Workplace Documents

Please click on 'Select a New Title' below and select one or more Practice Tests from the list of titles that are displayed.

Practice Test Packages are free and the Launch button will be displayed immediately upon selection. To experience the Practice Tests like you will in regular test session, set your browser to full screen after launch (F11).

You have access to the tests for 24 hours. Once inside the test, if you click 'Quit', the test will end and you will have to select the test again in the ‘Select a new title’ menu.

STCC and HCC offer free 10-week courses to prepare for the WorkKeys. Please contact Roberto Ortiz at ortizro@springfieldpublicschools.com for more infomration.

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DOCUMENTS, FORMS & LINKS

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

CONTRACTS

BUILDING REP RESOURCES

Welcome to the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals

Membership Application and Dues Deduction Authorization

Below are the links to documents that you may find useful as you begin to navigate your way around SPS and the Federation

For Paraeducators in Training who would like to register to take the WorkKeys test please email Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.

Are you a Paraeducator in Training preparing for the WorkKeys test so you can become highly qualified? You can access the practice tests by..

WorkKeys Assessments Online Practice Test

Select Free Online Practice Test

Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals

Welcome to the Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals

Membership Application and Dues Deduction Authorization

Below are the links to documents that you may find useful as you begin to navigate your way around SPS and the Federation

For Paraeducators in Training who would like to register to take the WorkKeys test please email Carmen Molina-Figueroa at molina-figueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.

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Are you a Paraeducator in Training preparing for the WorkKeys test so you can become highly qualified? You can access the practice tests by..

WorkKeys Assessments Online Practice Test

Select Free Online Practice Test

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Springfield Federation of Paraprofessionals