Standing Up for Oregon's Educators Every Day
Representing 41,000 teachers and education professionals across Oregon with union strength and legal muscle.
Representing 41,000 teachers and education professionals across Oregon with union strength and legal muscle.
The Oregon Education Association is the collective voice of roughly 41,000 educators statewide, from pre-K classrooms and community college lecture halls to special education offices and support staff rooms. When a teacher in Medford faces an unfair contract, or a community college instructor in Portland needs legal defense, OEA is the organization that answers the phone.
Founded as a state affiliate of the National Education Association, OEA has built its reputation on one straightforward promise: Oregon's educators deserve professional protections, fair bargaining, and a seat at the legislative table. That commitment shows up every session in Salem, where OEA advocates push for funding, policy, and the conditions that make teaching sustainable.
The Salem office at 2540 Coral Ave NE is a working hub, not a ceremonial address. Members who have visited describe a place that is accessible, organized, and ready to help. From retirees to student members just entering the profession, OEA's reach spans every stage of an educator's career.
Union representation is the foundation of everything OEA does. When contract negotiations get complicated, OEA's bargaining specialists sit across the table alongside members, armed with data, legal standing, and decades of collective experience. Educators don't negotiate alone.
Beyond the bargaining table, OEA provides legal defense for members facing disciplinary action or workplace disputes, connects educators to a mediation network for conflict resolution, and delivers professional learning programs that keep classroom skills sharp. The association's advocacy and legislative action arm monitors Oregon's legislative calendar year-round, mobilizing members when education funding or policy is on the line.
Whether a member needs contract support, professional development opportunities, or someone to represent them in a formal proceeding, OEA offers a structured, experienced team ready to act.
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OEA represents a broad membership that includes pre-K through 12th grade teachers, education support professionals, community college faculty, specialists, retirees, and students entering the education profession in Oregon.
OEA offers legal defense services to members who face disciplinary proceedings or workplace disputes. Members dealing with formal complaints or contract violations can access OEA's legal resources as part of their membership.
OEA provides contract bargaining support to local associations, including experienced bargaining specialists who help members negotiate fair contracts with their employers. You don't go to the table without backup.
Yes. Legislative advocacy is a core part of OEA's mission. The association monitors education-related bills, mobilizes members to engage with lawmakers, and maintains an active presence during Oregon's legislative sessions in Salem.
OEA provides professional learning and development programs designed to support educators at various stages of their careers, helping members grow their skills and stay current with best practices in education.
OEA's headquarters is located at 2540 Coral Ave NE, Salem, OR 97305. The office has accessible parking off the main road and members have described easy, efficient visits. Check oregoned.org for current hours and contact options.
Yes. OEA is a state affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA), which means Oregon members are also connected to the largest professional employee organization in the United States and its national resources.
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