Teaching in NYC is an opportunity to make a real difference for students and
communities across the city. NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) is committed to
supporting educators who believe in the power of teaching to shape lives and
open doors.
We are currently seeking dedicated, certified NYC Public Schools
teachers to join our classrooms. Whether you’re beginning your teaching
career or continuing your journey, NYCPS enables educators to be their best,
grow in their careers, and help students thrive.
If you’re ready to teach, inspire, and lead in New York City, we invite you
to take the next step with NYC Public Schools.
With a single application, certified teachers can search for jobs at more
than 1,600 unique schools throughout the city. Visit the
website to learn more and apply to teach in New York City today!
To apply, visit NYC
Teacher Application
Compensation and Benefits
- NYC Public Schools offers competitive starting salaries based on
education and years of teaching experience. The starting salary for a
teacher with a master’s degree and no prior teaching experience is currently
$77,455, or $68,902 for a teacher with a bachelor's degree and no previous
teaching experience. On September 14, 2026, these salaries will increase to
$80,166 and $71,314, respectively.
- Teachers with prior teaching experience may initiate a compensation
review process after they begin teaching that considers levels of education,
degrees, and years of full-time teaching experience. An increase in
compensation may be backdated. Visit the Online
Support Center for more information.
- Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, optical,
and prescription drugs
- Enrollment in the NYC pension plan
- Opportunities for additional income through a wide array of incentives
and school positions that will inspire and challenge you as an educator
Requirements
Candidates must meet the following requirements to teach at NYC
Public Schools:
- Possess or be on track to earn New York State teacher certification by September
1, 2026
- Be authorized to work in the United States
- Complete the NYC Teacher Application at NYC
Teacher Application
Current High Need Subject Areas:
- Bilingual Education in Spanish (Grades 1-6)
- Students with Disabilities – Bilingual Extension in Spanish (Grades 1-6)
- Students with Disabilities – Bilingual Extension in Spanish (Grades
7-12)
- Spanish Language (Grades 7-12)
- Spanish Language Immersion (Grades 7-12)
- English as a New Language (Grades K-12)
- Science Immersion (Grades 5-9)
- Biology (Grades 7-12)
- Students with Disabilities - Biology (Grades 7-12)
- Chemistry (Grades 7-12)
- Earth Science (Grades 7-12)
- Physics (Grades 7-12)
- Mathematics (Grades 7-12)
- Mathematics Immersion (Grades 7-12)
- Students with Disabilities-Generalist (Grades 1-6)
- Students with Disabilities-Generalist (Grades 7-12)
- Moderate/Severe Students with Disabilities Generalist Grades 1-6 in
District 75 - PRIORITY FOR THOSE WITH DISTRICT 75 EXPERIENCE
- Moderate/Severe Students with Disabilities Generalist Grades 7-12 in
District 75 - PRIORITY FOR THOSE WITH DISTRICT 75 EXPERIENCE
One application gives you access to teaching opportunities at all 1,600 New
York City Public Schools across the five boroughs. Visit our
website to learn more and apply to teach in New York City today!
AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal
opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce
and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not
limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity,
national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE
Non-Discrimination Policy: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/policies/non-discrimination-policy.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for
federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For
more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at
https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.