Elementary Teacher Jobs in New York
Elementary Teacher jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with steady demand from public school districts, charter networks, and private and parochial schools at every level from first-year teachers through lead educators and instructional coaches. The largest concentrations of openings are in New York City, Buffalo, and Yonkers, where systems like New York City Department of Education, Buffalo Public Schools, and Success Academy Charter Schools are consistent employers. Special education, bilingual and dual-language instruction, and early childhood education are the specialties most in demand across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Position Title: Elementary Art Teacher
Brief Description: Art Teacher (Elementary K-5, Itinerant) Teach classroom art K-5 in an ICSD elementary school. Celebrate student identities through art and culture with an anti-racist, culturally responsive commitment. Support all students utilizing an inclusive, differentiated approach. Create art portfolios that focus on trial, error, experimentation and process to share and talk about with others. Foster the joy, confidence, and community that is cultivated within the school setting through the display of visual art. Introduce techniques and skills that further knowledge in artistic terms, concepts, visual literacy and critical thinking. Work with department professional learning communities within the school and district to further district mission and goals. Proven commitment to being a reflective educator committed to antiracist and culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy.
Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts
Anticipated Start Date: 9/1/2026
Posting Dates: 6/8/2026 - Until Filled
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Requirements:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
- Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate
- Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)
- MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)
The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
MANDATORY Writing Sample
A writing sample is required for the application to be completed.
Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.
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The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student?
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Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.
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The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students' digital world.
Required Qualifications:
- The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
- All candidates must possess New York State Teacher Certification in K-12 Music or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment. This requires at least a Bachelor's degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.
Desired Characteristics:
- An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;
- Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community;
- Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.
Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com
When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. Type Elementary Art
If you are a substitute, a coach or in the process of onboarding and haven't officially started, you will be considered an external applicant. Guide on how to apply
External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com
In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:
- Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD
- Create an Application: Checkmark Teacher/Admin Only!
- Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting.
Salary Range: $56,918-$119,338 (10-month full-time basis) Based on the 26-27 ITA step and lane salary grid
If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us
About us:
We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.
Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.
The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.
Position Start Date: 09/01/2026
400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Position Title: Elementary Art Teacher
Brief Description: Art Teacher (Elementary K-5, Itinerant) Teach classroom art K-5 in an ICSD elementary school. Celebrate student identities through art and culture with an anti-racist, culturally responsive commitment. Support all students utilizing an inclusive, differentiated approach. Create art portfolios that focus on trial, error, experimentation and process to share and talk about with others. Foster the joy, confidence, and community that is cultivated within the school setting through the display of visual art. Introduce techniques and skills that further knowledge in artistic terms, concepts, visual literacy and critical thinking. Work with department professional learning communities within the school and district to further district mission and goals. Proven commitment to being a reflective educator committed to antiracist and culturally responsive curriculum and pedagogy.
Location(s): Fine & Performing Arts
Anticipated Start Date: 9/1/2026
Posting Dates: 6/8/2026 - Until Filled
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Requirements:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
- Official Copy of transcripts: undergraduate and graduate
- Three (3) Letters of Reference (highly preferred for external candidates)
- MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)
The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
MANDATORY Writing Sample
A writing sample is required for the application to be completed.
Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.
-
The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student?
-
Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.
-
The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students' digital world.
Required Qualifications:
- The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
- All candidates must possess New York State Teacher Certification in K-12 Music or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment. This requires at least a Bachelor's degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.
Desired Characteristics:
- An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;
- Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community;
- Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.
Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com
When applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. Type Elementary Art
If you are a substitute, a coach or in the process of onboarding and haven't officially started, you will be considered an external applicant. Guide on how to apply
External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com
In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:
- Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD
- Create an Application: Checkmark Teacher/Admin Only!
- Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting.
Salary Range: $56,918-$119,338 (10-month full-time basis) Based on the 26-27 ITA step and lane salary grid
If you need assistance applying, you can make an appointment here. This link is only for help with the application process. If you have a question about your status, please email recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us
About us:
We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.
Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.
The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.
Position Start Date: 09/01/2026
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Elementary Teacher Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ithaca City School District2
- Zeta Charter Schools2
- DREAM1
- Inwood Academy for Leadership1
- KIPP Nashville Public Schools1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education8
- Non-Profit & Social Services2
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in elementary teacher jobs across New York.
- Valid New York State Initial or Professional Teaching Certificate in the appropriate grade and subject
- Bachelor's degree in education or a subject area with teacher preparation coursework
- Passing scores on required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations including edTPA
- Experience with differentiated instruction and evidence-based literacy or math curricula
- Familiarity with New York State learning standards and related assessment frameworks
- Strong classroom management skills and experience working with diverse student populations
Elementary Teacher Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a elementary teacher in New York?
To become an elementary teacher in New York, you must earn a New York State teaching certificate through the New York State Education Department. This requires completing a state-approved teacher preparation program, passing the required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations including the edTPA performance assessment, and applying through the NYSED Online Teaching Certification system. You begin with an Initial Certificate valid for five years, then move to a Professional Certificate with a master's degree and mentored experience.
How much do elementary teachers make in New York?
Elementary teachers in New York earn a median of about $85,760 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,760 for the lowest 10% to over $136,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire elementary teachers in New York?
Employers hiring elementary teachers in New York right now include Ithaca City School District, Zeta Charter Schools, and DREAM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's scale means openings range from the nation's largest public school district in New York City to growing charter networks and independent schools concentrated in the Hudson Valley and Long Island suburbs.
Which New York cities have the most elementary teacher jobs?
The New York cities with the most elementary teacher openings are Ithaca, Albany, and Bronx. New York City dominates by sheer population and district size, while Buffalo and Yonkers reflect strong demand driven by large urban public school systems and a growing number of charter and community schools serving diverse, high-need student populations.
Are there remote elementary teacher jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Elementary teaching is an inherently in-person role, and the vast majority of positions require daily classroom presence. About 0% of elementary teacher openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those tend to be in online or virtual charter schools rather than traditional district settings.
How can I get hired as a elementary teacher in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a student teaching placement in a New York district followed by applying for substitute or per-diem teaching roles while your Initial Certificate is processed. New York City Department of Education runs a Teaching Fellows program specifically designed to bring career changers and new graduates into high-need schools with intensive on-the-job training. Holding a bilingual extension or a special education certification gives candidates a clear edge, as those certifications address the state's most persistent staffing shortages.
Where can I find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts, charter networks, and private schools across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, grade preference, and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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