Teaching Jobs in New York

Teaching jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in K-12 public school districts, charter networks, and higher education institutions at every level from classroom aide to department chair. Most openings are in New York City, Buffalo, and Rochester, where the New York City Department of Education, SUNY system campuses, and Success Academy Charter Schools maintain a lasting presence. The most in-demand specialties are special education, bilingual and English language learner instruction, and secondary STEM subjects. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles238+
Top employerKreyco
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring95
Work type87% On-site
Top industryEducation

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City University of New York
Apprenticeship Specialist (Admin Non-Teaching Adjunct 1)
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City University of New York
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Apprenticeship Specialist (Admin Non-Teaching Adjunct 1)
City University of New York
Queens, New York
Community & Nonprofit Services
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Master's degree in public administration
10,000+

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Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
Violin Teaching Assistant
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Violin Teaching Assistant
Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
New York, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Experience working with high schoolers

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Assistant Teaching Artist / Counselor (Afterschool)
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Assistant Teaching Artist / Counselor (Afterschool)
WR Arts
Brooklyn, New York
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$20 - $25/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Hillside Children's Center
Teaching Assistant I - Crestwood
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Teaching Assistant I - Crestwood
Hillside Children's Center
Rochester, New York
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Tutoring & Academic Support
$18.5 - $24/hr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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West Genesee Central School District
Teaching Assistant, Special Education - part-time (.90)
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Teaching Assistant, Special Education - part-time (.90)
West Genesee Central School District
Camillus, New York
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Tutoring & Academic Support
$25k - $28k/yr
EPA Refrigeration Certification
501-1,000

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Teaching Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
33 jobs
Brooklyn
10 jobs
Rochester
9 jobs
Albany
8 jobs
Bronx
7 jobs
Webster
7 jobs
Pittsford
7 jobs
Buffalo
6 jobs
Brockport
6 jobs

Teaching Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • Kreyco
    Kreyco42
  • Concorde Education
    Concorde Education13
  • WNYRIC Districts
    WNYRIC Districts7
  • City University of New York
    City University of New York7
  • Sundog Theatre
    Sundog Theatre6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What New York Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in teaching jobs across New York.

  • Valid New York State teaching certificate issued by the NYSED Office of Teaching Initiatives
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in education or a subject-area discipline from an accredited institution
  • Completion of a New York State approved teacher preparation program with student teaching hours
  • Passing scores on required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations including edTPA
  • Experience with culturally responsive teaching practices in diverse urban or suburban classroom settings
  • Familiarity with New York State Learning Standards and related curriculum frameworks across grade bands

Teaching Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a teaching in New York?

You become certified to teach in New York by completing a New York State registered teacher preparation program, earning a bachelor's degree or higher, and passing the required New York State Teacher Certification Examinations, which include content-area tests and the edTPA performance assessment. You then apply for certification through the NYSED Office of Teaching Initiatives. Initial certificates are valid for five years and convert to a Professional Certificate after completing a master's degree and classroom experience.

Which companies hire teachings in New York?

New York teaching roles are posted by Kreyco, Concorde Education, and WNYRIC Districts and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York City's public and charter school landscape, along with SUNY and CUNY system campuses upstate, generate a consistent volume of openings across grade levels and subject areas throughout the year.

Which New York cities have the most teaching jobs?

New York, Brooklyn, and Rochester have the most teaching openings in New York. New York City alone accounts for the largest share by far given the scale of the NYC Department of Education, while Buffalo and Rochester anchor strong demand in western New York through their public school districts, community colleges, and regional university campuses serving large and diverse student populations.

Are there remote teaching jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're limited. About 13% of teaching openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the predominantly in-person nature of classroom instruction. The positions most likely to be remote are in online curriculum development, instructional design, and continuing education programs offered by higher education institutions or edtech organizations headquartered in the state.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for a teaching assistant or paraprofessional role within a New York City or Buffalo public school district, which allows you to build classroom hours while completing your certification. The NYC Department of Education and many SUNY campuses run new-teacher residency and transitional programs for candidates who hold a bachelor's degree but have not yet completed a traditional preparation program. A conditional or internship certificate from NYSED can allow you to work while finishing requirements.

Where can I find and apply to teaching jobs in New York?

You can find and apply to teaching jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts, charter networks, and higher education institutions across the state. Search by city, grade level, or subject area to see roles that fit your certification and background, and apply directly to the positions that match.

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