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Join M-SCEA Today

For over 89 years, M-SCEA has been THE source for professional assistance and accurate information for Memphis-Shelby County educators.

Membership Dues

Select the membership type that applies to your role in Shelby County Schools.

Most Common

Full-Time Teacher

$385.00/year

Full-time classroom teachers and certified educators in Shelby County Schools.

District Employee

$385.00/year

Employees of Memphis-Shelby County Schools district office and central services.

Education Support Professional

$206.00/year

Education support professionals (ESPs) including paraprofessionals, clerical, and support staff.

Substitute Teacher

$103.00/year

Substitute teachers. Must be paid in full at time of enrollment.

Must be paid in full

Other Ways to Join

You can also contact your building-level Association Representative (AR) to request a form, or stop by our office.

126 Flicker Street, Memphis, TN
One block behind the M-SCS Board of Education where Avery dead ends at Flicker
Fax or Board mail (Rt. 2) accepted

Complete the membership application and return it via Board mail, your AR, fax, email, or drop it by the M-SCEA office.

Why Join M-SCEA?

Your professional organization is more than 3,000 members strong — the largest teacher association in Tennessee and one of the largest in the nation.

M-SCEA focuses on Professionalism

  • Professional development seminars for new and experienced teachers
  • Training opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Resources to build pride and excellence in the profession

M-SCEA focuses on Advocacy

  • Representation through collaborative conferencing
  • Union Representative ready to answer your questions
  • Assistance writing rebuttals, filing grievances, or appearing in Labor Relations

M-SCEA focuses on Organizing

  • Organizing members for better working conditions, salaries, and education funding
  • Direct dialogue with Shelby County Board of Education representatives
  • Ensuring educators are recognized and respected as professionals

M-SCEA focuses on Member Benefits

  • Discounted legal assistance for personal (non-work-related) matters
  • Confidential member counseling and assistance
  • Professional liability insurance coverage

Ready to Join Your Professional Family?

M-SCEA offers monthly meetings and workshops to keep members informed of current issues related to the education profession. Local association leaders and Union Representatives are available throughout the year to assist you.