Legal and
Liability
Coverage
Protecting your career is just as important
as protecting any other life investment.
That’s why we provide the best educator’s
professional liability & employment rights
coverage in Tennessee, with legal services
from experienced education attorneys.
We are different from other organizations
in
our
committment
to
working
collaboratively with all parties to resolve
conflicts. Not every problem requires a
legalistic approach. We help you determine
the best outcome for your career and try
to reach a resolution that lets you continue
with as little disruption as possible.
When you have a concern about a potential
issue affecting your employment, your
inquiry goes to an attorney versed in TN
education and employment law, not an
unqualified middleman. We understand
that you need professional legal advice
and direction, even for issues that do not
rise to the level of legal action, and our
legal team will guide you through the
appropriate course of action. Bound by
confidentiality and professional ethics,
they are here for you to help make the best
decisions and work on your behalf toward
a positive outcome
Non-partisan and not affiliated with any
political party, Professional Educators of
Tennessee works collaboratively with state
agencies, elected officials and policymakers
to develop and implement comprehensive
strategies that address complex legislative,
legal, and regulatory problems impacting
education statewide. Our members receive
representation before state agencies,
legislative committees, and the Tennessee
General Assembly. By keeping a positive
focus on education, Professional Educators
of Tennessee members can strengthen
their collective voice and make a positive
difference in the lives of Tennessee’s
children.
Professional Educators of Tennessee is not
part of a hierarchy directed by a national
organization. We are focused solely on issues
affecting Tennessee education. Your dues
dollars are never spent on the candidates
or campaign contributions, and the
organization does not endorse candidates;
money is never donated to PACs or social
causes. Our legislative representatives
work closely with state officials regardless
of party affiliation to address the concerns
of Tennessee educators.
Education-
Centered
Advocacy