High School Teacher Jobs in New York

High School Teacher jobs in New York represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated across public school districts, charter networks, and private independent schools at every level from provisional first-year teacher through department head and lead educator. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Yonkers, with large employers like New York City Department of Education, Buffalo Public Schools, and Success Academy Charter Schools consistently posting openings. The most in-demand specialties are special education, math, and English Language Arts. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles114+
Top employerUncommon Schools
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring27
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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High School Resource Room Teacher
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High School Resource Room Teacher
HALB
Cedarhurst, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$70k - $90k/yr
High school

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High School Drama Teacher
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High School Drama Teacher
Urban Dove Team Charter Schools
Bronx, New York
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$71k - $115k/yr
High school

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East Harlem Tutorial Program
High School Biology Teacher (Immediate)
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High School Biology Teacher (Immediate)
East Harlem Tutorial Program
New York, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$66k - $150k/yr
High school
201-500

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Dansville Central School District
Teacher Aide (High School Paraprofessional)
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Teacher Aide (High School Paraprofessional)
Dansville Central School District
Dansville, New York
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Tutoring & Academic Support
$16 - $17/hr
High school
201-500

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High School ELA Teacher
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High School ELA Teacher
Mesivta Yesodei Yeshurun
Queens, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$40k - $70k/yr
High school

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High School Teacher Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bronx
22 jobs
Brooklyn
10 jobs
Rochester
5 jobs
Queens
4 jobs
Buffalo
4 jobs
Cedarhurst
4 jobs
Syosset
3 jobs
Hempstead
3 jobs

High School Teacher Job Market in New York

A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Uncommon Schools
    Uncommon Schools13
  • Kreyco
    Kreyco6
  • Success Academy Charter Schools
    Success Academy Charter Schools6
  • FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOLS
    FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOLS6
  • WNYRIC Districts
    WNYRIC Districts5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in high school teacher jobs across New York.

  • Valid New York State Initial or Professional Teaching Certificate in the relevant subject area
  • Bachelor's degree in education or a subject-specific field from an accredited institution
  • Completion of a New York State-approved teacher preparation program
  • Passing scores on required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations including edTPA
  • Experience with or coursework in culturally responsive teaching practices for diverse classrooms
  • Familiarity with New York State Learning Standards and Next Generation standards in the subject area

High School Teacher Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a high school teacher in New York?

To become a high school teacher in New York, you must earn a teaching certificate through the New York State Education Department's Office of Teaching Initiatives. The path requires completing an approved teacher preparation program, passing the required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations including the edTPA performance assessment, and applying for an Initial Certificate. After several years of teaching and a master's degree, teachers advance to the Professional Certificate.

How much do high school teachers make in New York?

High school teachers in New York earn a median of about $97,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,070 for the lowest 10% to over $136,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire high school teachers in New York?

Employers hiring high school teachers in New York right now include Uncommon Schools, Kreyco, and Success Academy Charter Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's scale means postings regularly come from both large public district systems and growing charter networks operating across the five boroughs and upstate cities.

Which New York cities have the most high school teacher jobs?

The cities with the most high school teacher openings in New York are New York, Bronx, and Brooklyn. New York City dominates by volume because the city's Department of Education is one of the largest public school systems in the country, while secondary markets like Buffalo and Yonkers reflect the size of their own urban districts and the density of charter and parochial schools in each area.

Are there remote high school teacher jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're rare. High school teaching is fundamentally a classroom-based role, so most positions require in-person instruction. About 0% of high school teacher openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those that do exist are mostly in online charter schools or credit-recovery and adult education programs that operate virtual formats.

How can I get hired as a high school teacher in New York with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a position while completing a student teaching placement, since New York City Department of Education and many upstate districts actively recruit candidates who are finishing approved preparation programs. Provisional certificates allow you to teach while completing requirements. New York City's NYC Teaching Fellows and Teaching Opportunity Corps programs are designed specifically for career changers and new graduates entering high-need schools, and candidates with a background as a paraprofessional or substitute teacher already inside a district have a strong advantage when full-time openings arise.

Where can I find and apply to high school teacher jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to high school teacher jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across New York districts, charter networks, and private schools. Find a role that fits and apply directly to the employer.

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