Representing GovGuam Agencies and Alutiiq Bus Drivers
GFT, AFT Local 1581, exclusively represents the Guam Department of Education Teachers and Support Staff, Guam Memorial Hospital Nurses and Staff, University of Guam Support Staff, Guam Community College Support Staff, Guam Waterworks, Guam Fire Department, Department of Public Health and Social Services Eligibility Specialists, Guam Port Authority, Department of Public Works Bus Drivers, Alutiiq Bus Drivers, Guam Police Department, Customs and Quarantine, Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and the Department of Corrections, Port Authority of Guam Police I and II, Port Security Guard (Armed), Psychiatric Nurses, Psychiatric Technicians, and Department of Public Works Sanitation Division.
Master’s Programs at University of Guam
The University of Guam School of Education will be starting new cohorts in fall for the following graduate programs: MA Counseling - Dr. ShinHwa Lee MA Teaching – Dr. Genevieve Leon Guerrero M.Ed. Administration & Supervision: Dr. Geraldine James M.Ed. Innovations...
Teacher Loan Forgiveness
Teacher Loan Forgiveness: As an educator here on Guam, you may already be eligible for the federal Teacher Loan Forgiveness Program and not even know it. Because Guam is designated as a low-income area, teachers who have been serving full-time in our local schools for...
Teach Grant Program
TEACH Grant Program: For educators on Guam who are ready to take their career to the next level, the TEACH Grant Program can provide up to $4,000 per year to help fund your bachelor's or master's degree. Advancing your education not only benefits you professionally,...
GFT Annual Convention 2026
Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 21, 2026, to attend our GFT Annual Convention starting at 6 PM at the GFT Event Hall, Mangilao. This event is free for GFT members, and we encourage you to join us for an important day of updates, connection, and solidarity....
Core Classroom Teacher Salaries on Guam FY2025
Statistical Analysis of Core Classroom Teacher Salaries ED-2 through ED-4 Positions FY25 4th Quarter Data Prepared by: Sanjay Sharma, PhD, Vice-President, Guam Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 1581 Date: February 20, 2026 Data Source: Government of Guam FY25 4th...
Cornhole Tournament Night Friday 09/26/2025
Readjustments to School Calendars 2026-2030
We want to update you on a proposed adjustment to the public school calendar that affects the start date of the school year. What’s happening Each year, the school start date has advanced by one day. This school year began on August 1, 2025; without changes, next year...
Christmas Bazaar October 18, 2025
GFT Steward Training September 13, 2025
General Membership Meeting September 15, 2025
GFT PPD Skin Test 2025
Registration Link: https://gftppd2025.paperform.co/ Event begins on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2 PM. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled time. Location: GFT Union Hall, Mangilao Register now for your annual free TB Test for GFT Union...
Supporting Guam’s Retired Public Servants’ Right to Sick Leave Benefits
In a time when critical government positions remain unfilled across Guam, our retired public servants are stepping up to fill the gap. Yet these dedicated individuals face an unjust policy that denies them basic sick leave benefits despite their valuable...