Anyone interested in agricultural education is eligible to join NJAEA:

• Active members—Persons approved by the NJ Department of Education to teach agriculture, or related courses, and who are employed at elementary, secondary, or post-secondary institutions offering less than a baccalaureate degree in agriculture

• Associate members—Persons who are teacher educators, state supervisory staff, school directors and interested in agricultural education

• Student Teachers are also eligible to become members

What are the Benefits of NJAEA Membership?
As a professional association for agricultural educators, NJAEA provides benefits to assist members with professional growth—both tangible and intangible benefits to help members become more effective and efficient as agricultural educators. Some membership benefits include:
· Legislative advocacy for profession
· Technical and pedagogical in-service education
· Leadership and personal development
· Awards and recognition programs
· Mechanism for influencing the future direction of the profession
· Idea exchange forum
· News update
· Instructional materials and resources
· Camaraderie and friendship