Governance & Bylaws
TEA is a member-governed association. Our structure ensures that every educator we represent has a voice in the decisions that affect them.
How TEA Is Governed
TEA operates under a democratic governance structure that gives every member a voice. The organization is led by elected officers and an Executive Board, with decisions made through the Representative Council — TEA's legislative body.
All governance activities are guided by TEA's Bylaws, which establish rules for elections, meetings, dues, and the rights of members. Bylaws may only be amended by a vote of the full membership.
TEA's governance also reflects obligations as a CTA/NEA affiliate, including compliance with CTA's constitution and bylaws, financial reporting requirements, and participation in regional and state governance structures.
Full Membership
All active TEA members — the ultimate authority. Votes on bylaws amendments, major policy changes, and ratification of contracts.
Representative Council
TEA's legislative body, composed of elected Site Representatives from each school site. Meets monthly during the school year to conduct TEA business.
Executive Board
Elected officers (President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer) and site-level VPs. Manages day-to-day operations between Rep Council meetings.
Committees
Standing and special committees carry out specific functions (Negotiations, Grievance, Political Action, Scholarship, etc.) under board direction.
Robert's Rules of Order
TEA meetings are conducted according to Robert's Rules of Order, the standard parliamentary procedure guide used by organizations across the United States. This ensures fair, orderly, and efficient meetings where every member's voice can be heard. Members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with basic parliamentary procedure before attending Rep Council or membership meetings.
Governance Documents
Documents Coming Soon
Governance documents including bylaws and collective bargaining agreements will be posted here. Contact the TEA office to request a copy.
Request a DocumentBoard & Council Meeting Schedule
Meeting dates vary. Check the TEA calendar for confirmed dates and locations.
Back-to-School meeting
Regular session
Regular session
Winter planning
Spring semester kickoff
Regular session
Regular session
Board elections
End-of-year wrap-up