What does PFSP mean in SCHOOLS

The Portland Federation of School Professionals (PFSP) is a union representing educational support professionals in Portland, Oregon, including paraeducators, clerical staff, custodians, food service workers, nurses, and other essential employees in the Portland Public School District.

The PFSP's primary goals are to:

• Advocate for fair wages, benefits, and working conditions for its members.
• Promote professional development and career advancement opportunities for educational support professionals.
• Collaborate with the Portland Public School District to improve the quality of education for all students.

The PFSP represents its members through collective bargaining, advocacy, and professional development. The union negotiates contracts with the Portland Public School District that set wages, benefits, and working conditions. The PFSP also advocates for the interests of educational support professionals at the local, state, and national levels. Additionally, the union offers a range of professional development opportunities to help members enhance their skills and knowledge.

Joining the PFSP provides members with a number of benefits, including:

• Collective bargaining power to negotiate fair wages and working conditions.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• Advocacy and support from a union that represents their interests.
• A voice in the decision-making process that affects their workplace.

To join the PFSP, you must be an educational support professional employed by the Portland Public School District. You can join online or by contacting the PFSP directly.