Mary Wallace spent 40 years in public education. Upon her retirement, she joined the Education department of Montclair State University and promptly joined AFT Local 6025 while remaining a lifetime member of the NJEA. As President of Local 6025, she is also chief negotiator for adjunct contracts at both the local and state levels. She is the elected Adjunct Representative for the Council of New Jersey State College Locals where she advocates for all adjuncts across the state. She serves on the Budget Committee and the Adjunct Committee of AFTNJ.