If you are a student enrolled in a New York State teacher preparation program, you may be eligible to complete your NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) teacher application today. You must show that you are in good standing at your college or university and are on track to receive teacher certification before you begin teaching.
If you're on track to be certified, follow the steps below to apply to teach at NYC Public Schools (NYCPS).
If you are completing—or recently completed—a New York State-approved teacher preparation program, and will receive your teacher certification by September, you must obtain an On Track Letter completed by your college or university.
Review the application guide and gather your materials from your school of education. You’ll need to enter your certification details, a reference, preferences for grade level and borough, and upload your resume and On Track Letter.
The application typically takes around 1 hour to complete. It can be done in one sitting or saved and completed later.
The initial review can take up to four weeks. Once your application is accepted, you can access the New Teacher Finder, an online job search portal where you can search all open positions and be seen by principals and hiring managers.
Principals and candidates can search for and contact each other in the New Teacher Finder. Candidates are also invited to job search workshops, networking events, and school tours that match their subject area and borough preferences.
Reach out to principals at your preferred schools with a short cover letter explaining your interest in the open role. You may be asked to complete an interview and a demo lesson at the school.
Once hired, you will get instructions on how to complete several tasks before your first day, like getting fingerprinted.
College graduates who are working to complete their NYSED certification requirements and will receive teacher certification by September must submit an Alumni On Track Letter from their college or university.
If you're on track to be certified, you may be eligible for opportunities that let you start teaching now—like the Internship Certificate or Student Teaching placements. These options allow you to gain hands-on experience, build your skills, and make an impact while completing your certification.
If you're enrolled in a New York State-approved, graduate-level teacher preparation program and have completed at least 50% of your coursework, you may be eligible to teach full-time in a paid position while completing your degree.
If you're completing a teacher preparation program that includes student teaching, you may be able to fulfill that requirement in a NYC Public Schools classroom. It’s a valuable way to gain classroom experience, learn from experienced educators, and prepare for a successful transition into a full-time teaching role.
Remember to take the necessary steps in your TEACH account to get your NYSED certification.