Building Representatives

The Work of an GEA Building Rep (In a nutshell)

Attend Rep Council once per month at GEA
Communicate with members about what is going on at GEA
- 10-minute meetings are one way to do so
- Encourage members to participate in GEA activies, from bargaining surveys to running for office
Communicate with GEA about what is going on in the building
Helping potential members to join GEA and/or WEAPAC
- Keep Membership Enrollment Forms on hand
Help answer questions for your members
- Know the basics and Rep updates from GEA for details on "hot topic" issues
Meet with the principal/administrator on a regular basis
- Your building's own version of labor management
Assist members with concerns, questions, grievances, issues, etc.
Distribute TRUE GRIT WEA MidState Newsletters to Members (4 Times Through School Year)
Maintain an GEA bulletin board in the building
Be an advocate- ensure the contract is being upheld, go in to meetings with members, speak with the administration
- Have quick access to the various CBAs to refer to when members and admin ask questions
Attend GEA Building Rep Trainings

There can be one rep per 10 members and this will be based off GEA's current membership data. Here is the list with the numbers the GEA office uses.

No, you must be elected by your building's membership.

Will be updated soon for the 19-20 year

Join NEA EdCommunities: Read how to register here. Then, search for "Grandview EA Building Reps" and request to join.