English Language Arts Teacher

Teaching in NYC is an opportunity to make a real difference for students and communities across the city. NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) is committed to supporting educators who believe in the power of teaching to shape lives and open doors.

We are currently seeking dedicated, certified English Language Arts teachers to join our classrooms. Whether you’re beginning your teaching career or continuing your journey, NYCPS enables educators to be their best, grow in their careers, and help students thrive.

If you’re ready to teach, inspire, and lead in New York City, we invite you to take the next step with NYC Public Schools.

With a single application, certified teachers can search for jobs at more than 1,600 unique schools throughout the city. Visit the website to learn more and apply to teach in New York City today!

To apply, visit NYC Teacher Application

Compensation and Benefits

• NYC Public Schools offers competitive starting salaries based on education and years of teaching experience. The starting salary for a teacher with a master’s degree and no prior teaching experience is currently $77,455, or $68,902 for a teacher with a bachelor's degree and no previous teaching experience. On September 14, 2026, these salaries will increase to $80,166 and $71,314, respectively.
• Teachers with prior teaching experience may initiate a compensation review process after they begin teaching that considers levels of education, degrees, and years of full-time teaching experience. An increase in compensation may be backdated. Visit the Online Support Center for more information.
• Comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, optical, and prescription drugs
• Enrollment in the NYC pension plan
• Opportunities for additional income through a wide array of incentives and school positions that will inspire and challenge you as an educator

Requirements

Candidates must meet the following requirements to teach at NYC Public Schools:

• Possess or be on track to earn New York State teacher certification by September 1, 2026
• Be authorized to work in the United States
• Complete the NYC Teacher Application at NYC Teacher Application

AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/policies/non-discrimination-policy.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.