Educator Jobs in New York
Educator jobs in New York concentrate in K-12 public schools, higher education, early childhood programs, and workforce development organizations, making it one of the most active hiring markets in the country for teaching and instructional professionals at every level from paraprofessional to department chair. Most openings are in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where large employers like New York City Department of Education, SUNY system institutions, and Success Academy Charter Schools maintain ongoing hiring. Special education, bilingual education, and English language learning are the most in-demand specialties across the state right now. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The prenatal period of growth and development has a lasting impact on the child’s potential for healthy growth and development after birth. Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens provides comprehensive services to low-income pregnant women and their families based on their needs through the child’s first year of life. After birth, the child receives first preference to be enrolled in our free Family Child Care or Center-Based Early Head Start Program options.
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
The Child and Family Educator (CFE) is responsible for the Early Head Start Prenatal Program in assisting Parents with preparing for their new baby. The CFE will help guide participants through pregnancy and prepare you for a successful, healthy birth of their infant through home visits. The CFE will provide information regarding fetal development, nutrition, labor, delivery, and breastfeeding to expectant mothers. The CFE is responsible for assisting in the smooth transition for participant’s baby by expanding their support system to include family, friends, and other community resources. The EHS Pregnant Mothers visitors will complete weekly home visits with (30) pregnant mothers and families. The CFE will have a case load of 12 expectant mothers. During the course of these visits, home visitors will provide parent education as well as education to the child within the parameters of the Head Start school readiness goals. The CFE Home visitors will also plan for and complete group socialization twice per month to encourage social interaction with children on the caseload.
- Conduct weekly home visits with each family and deliver health, educational, nutritional and child growth and development information to parents via weekly meetings.
- Coordinate with parents to ensure that prenatal, well-child exams, immunizations, health screenings, and nutrition assessments are complete and necessary follow up occurs.
- Complete family partnership agreements, developmental screenings and all other required assessments with families in a timely manner.
- Provide support in parent and child activities that encourages developmentally appropriate activities for the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
- Provides input in designing and delivery of Early Child Development training to parents, staff and FCC Providers
- As part of the team coordinates the annual Program Self-Assessment and the follow-up reporting.
- Maintain accurate written/electronic records including: TSG assessments, IFSP documentation, screening instruments, Lesson Plans, and other required forms.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development, Early Intervention or related degree or Health Related field. Course work as part of an Bachelor Degree in Education, Social Work, or concentration in Early Childhood Education, Child/Family Development, Adult Education, or Family Child Services and health education, maternal and child health, or health administration.
- At least one year related experience with age groups 0-3, through employment, practicum, student teaching, or volunteering in a pre-school educational environment.
- Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English; English/Creole speaking preferred.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
- Able to travel throughout the five boroughs as needed.
- We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
- Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Savings with Agency Match
- Transit
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
- Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.
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The prenatal period of growth and development has a lasting impact on the child’s potential for healthy growth and development after birth. Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens provides comprehensive services to low-income pregnant women and their families based on their needs through the child’s first year of life. After birth, the child receives first preference to be enrolled in our free Family Child Care or Center-Based Early Head Start Program options.
STATEMENT OF THE JOB
The Child and Family Educator (CFE) is responsible for the Early Head Start Prenatal Program in assisting Parents with preparing for their new baby. The CFE will help guide participants through pregnancy and prepare you for a successful, healthy birth of their infant through home visits. The CFE will provide information regarding fetal development, nutrition, labor, delivery, and breastfeeding to expectant mothers. The CFE is responsible for assisting in the smooth transition for participant’s baby by expanding their support system to include family, friends, and other community resources. The EHS Pregnant Mothers visitors will complete weekly home visits with (30) pregnant mothers and families. The CFE will have a case load of 12 expectant mothers. During the course of these visits, home visitors will provide parent education as well as education to the child within the parameters of the Head Start school readiness goals. The CFE Home visitors will also plan for and complete group socialization twice per month to encourage social interaction with children on the caseload.
- Conduct weekly home visits with each family and deliver health, educational, nutritional and child growth and development information to parents via weekly meetings.
- Coordinate with parents to ensure that prenatal, well-child exams, immunizations, health screenings, and nutrition assessments are complete and necessary follow up occurs.
- Complete family partnership agreements, developmental screenings and all other required assessments with families in a timely manner.
- Provide support in parent and child activities that encourages developmentally appropriate activities for the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
- Provides input in designing and delivery of Early Child Development training to parents, staff and FCC Providers
- As part of the team coordinates the annual Program Self-Assessment and the follow-up reporting.
- Maintain accurate written/electronic records including: TSG assessments, IFSP documentation, screening instruments, Lesson Plans, and other required forms.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Development, Early Intervention or related degree or Health Related field. Course work as part of an Bachelor Degree in Education, Social Work, or concentration in Early Childhood Education, Child/Family Development, Adult Education, or Family Child Services and health education, maternal and child health, or health administration.
- At least one year related experience with age groups 0-3, through employment, practicum, student teaching, or volunteering in a pre-school educational environment.
- Bilingual Spanish/English; Russian/English; Chinese/English; Korean/English; English/Creole speaking preferred.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
- Able to travel throughout the five boroughs as needed.
- We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
- Generous time off (Vacation/ Personal Days/ Sick Days/ Paid Holidays annually)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Savings with Agency Match
- Transit
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Public Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer
- Training Series and other additional voluntary benefits.
www.ccbq.org
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Educator Job Market in New York
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Who's Hiring
- lululemon16
- IQVIA9
- Catholic Health6
- Cornell University6
- Elemental Management6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
- Education3
- Retail1
- Medical Devices1
- Agriculture & Farming1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in educator jobs across New York.
- Valid New York State teaching certificate issued or recognized by NYSED
- Bachelor's degree in education or a relevant subject-matter field
- Student teaching experience or documented classroom hours in an accredited program
- Familiarity with New York State Learning Standards and curriculum frameworks
- Ability to pass New York State required background checks and fingerprinting clearance
- Experience with differentiated instruction for diverse and multilingual learner populations
Educator Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a educator in New York?
To become a certified educator in New York, you must earn a bachelor's degree in education or a content area, complete a state-approved teacher preparation program, and pass the required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations, which include the Educating All Students test and content-specific assessments. The New York State Education Department issues Initial and Professional certificates through its TEACH online system. Student teaching hours completed in an approved program are required before you can apply.
Which companies hire educators in New York?
New York educator roles are posted by lululemon, IQVIA, and Catholic Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York City's public and charter school networks account for a large share of statewide postings, but SUNY and CUNY campuses, nonprofit literacy organizations, and private independent schools across the state hire year-round as well.
Which New York cities have the most educator jobs?
New York, Brooklyn, and Bronx have the most educator openings in New York right now. New York City dominates because its public school system is the largest in the country, while Buffalo and Albany reflect the concentration of SUNY campuses, urban district hiring, and state agency educational programs that anchor those metro areas.
Are there remote educator jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're less common than in desk-based fields. About 30% of educator openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most teaching roles. Roles most likely to be remote include online course instruction at community colleges and universities, curriculum development positions, and instructional design roles at edtech companies or large nonprofit organizations.
How can I get hired as a educator in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a student teaching placement or a paraprofessional role, which New York City Department of Education and CUNY campus schools actively use to pipeline candidates into full classroom positions. New York City Teaching Fellows and NYCTF residency programs recruit career changers and recent graduates without prior classroom experience. Earning your Initial certificate from NYSED and completing your student teaching hours is the credential that opens the door to most entry-level postings across the state.
Where can I find and apply to educator jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to educator jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, identify roles that match your certificate area and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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