Do you have professional experience to share with the next generation of industry leaders?
Become a Career & Technical Education teacher and use your deep industry knowledge to inspire students and cultivate the skills they need for a rewarding career in your field.
Our CTE programs blend focused academics with intensive study of in-demand industries, including architecture, construction, business, healthcare, and information technology. High school students learn real-world skills for successful careers.
Aspiring CTE teachers with professional experience in a relevant field can apply directly for certification from the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Once hired, CTE teachers earn a full-time teacher salary and benefits.
Review the NYSED list of CTE industries and experience requirements. Choose the best fit and update your resume to highlight your relevant experience.
All CTE candidates will apply for a Transitional-A teaching certification. Review the NYSED certification requirements for your selected industry.
Apply for Transitional A certification with NYSED. All documents related to your certification, like education transcripts and evidence of industry credentials, will be uploaded here.
While your certification processes, complete the NYCPS Teacher Application. Upload your resume and geographic preferences. The initial application review can take two to four weeks.
Complete all workshops required for certification in New York State on topics like student safety.
Once your application is accepted, you can access the New Teacher Finder, a portal where you can search for open CTE positions and contact principals at your preferred schools. You’ll also be invited to networking events with principals at CTE schools.
We’re especially seeking applicants with experience in high-demand fields like Technology, Computer Science, and Health Care. Learn more about these CTE industry areas and see if you’re eligible.
There are many opportunities to teach computer science at NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) through various pathways. Computer science courses are offered across middle and high schools, including both academic and career-focused classes.
There are exciting opportunities to teach healthcare at NYC Public Schools. Healthcare CTE programs combine academic instruction with hands-on, work-based learning to prepare high school students for careers in the health sciences.
Healthcare teachers bring real-world industry experience into the classroom, helping students explore healthcare careers while developing industry-aligned skills.
Healthcare CTE Industry Areas Include:
