There are approximately 10,300 active members. Members of the NSTU include K-12 public school teachers, Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority teachers, and Nova Scotia Community College teachers. In its makeup, NSTU is governed by a 22-member provincial executive including a full time president. The executive director and professional staff execute the policy and programs of the Union as directed by its Annual Council and meetings of the executive. To manage the affairs of 10,000 plus members, the NSTU functions through district Locals, a provincial committee structure, and 26 special associations.
Organizational structure provides communication to members in every area of the province.
The NSTU also has specific information available for term contract teachers and substitute teachers .