Protect your Union Membership
Our union membership gives us a collective voice to advocate for the things that matter to us like our students and schools.
We’re here to Represent and Support ESPs as Respected, Essential Partners in Public Education.
The Utah School Employees Association (USEA) represents Education Support Professionals in Utah’s public schools. Our members include paraeducators, custodians, food service staff, secretaries, bus drivers, maintenance workers, and other support staff who keep schools running every day. With more than 3,000 members statewide, USEA provides a united voice for ESPs on the job, in the community, and at the state legislature.
Great schools begin WITH YOU!
Your passion and commitment help every student—of every race, ethnicity, and background—learn, grow, and reach their potential. Here’s how to get involved...
Build Your Career: Empower growth with support & training
Strengthen Schools: Partner with ESPs for safe, healthy learning
Value Public Education: Promote respect & equity
Your Union, Your Voice
We are THE voice for education support professionals in Utah. See what membership can mean for you!
Let’s Make change
Let’s Get real
We need to prepare our students for a future we cannot even imagine yet.
Let’s Make change
From cleaning up the grounds to mentoring students, my work goes beyond maintaining a building. It’s about fostering a community where students and staff feel proud to be. The pride and care we put into our environment are reflected in the success of our students, and I’m grateful to be a part of that positive change.
— Andy Markus, USEA Board Member, 2025 ESPOTY
Utah’s Andy Markus recognized as 2025 NEA ESP of the Year
No matter their ZIP code, our students deserve a great education.
Let’s Make change
We all believe in the value of education, and that every child, whether they are rich or poor, rural or urban, white, black, Latino or Asian, deserves a high-quality school. It’s where we teach them the basics of reading and math, nurture their curiosity, and prepare them with important life skills, so that they can be ready for what’s to come.
Join our Movement
What’s on Your Mind?
We’re here to help. Our community comes to us seeking tools (guides, reports, trainings, and more) to help answer everyday questions. We’re here to support you in whatever you need.
- Charter Schools
- Collective Bargaining
- College Affordability
- COVID-19
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Education Funding
- Educator Shortage
- English Language Learning
- ESSA
- Federal Legislation
- Gender Equity
- Gun Violence
- IDEA
- Immigration
- Jobs
- LGBTQ+
- Mental Health
- Pay & Benefits
- Politics & Campaigns
- Privatization
- Racial & Social Justice
- Racism & Cultural Bias
- School Climate
- School Vouchers
- Title I
- Trauma
- Union Organizing
- Voting Rights
- Workplace Conditions
Our Voice = Our Power
When we stand together and speak up, we make a real difference. USEA members unite to push for well-funded schools, respect and support for educators, and the best opportunities for every student.
Together we're stronger. Together we're heard.
You belong in the movement! Join today to belong to join educators and school staff fighting for the pay and working conditions we all deserve.