Teacher Certification

Prospective Employees

If you are interested in a career as a teacher in New York City’s public schools, visit TeachNYC.net for information on applying to the DOE, New York State Certification types and requirements, salary and benefits, and more.

Current Employees

All pedagogical DOE employees, including teachers and school administrators, must maintain valid certification to remain employed. If you are a current certificate holder, see this important information on new requirements for maintaining your certificate.

Limited Extensions to Teach a Subject in a Special Class in Grades 7-12

The limited extension is a credential from the NY State Education Department that enables eligible special education teachers to be certified in a subject area while they teach a special class (self-contained) in grades 7-12. Read more on the Limited Extensions to Teach a Subject in a Special Class in Grades 7-12 document.