Pathways for School-Based Staff

As NYC Public Schools employees, your dedication to our students already makes a significant impact every day. When you're ready to advance your career, we're here to support your journey with programs designed to help you earn the credentials you need to become a full-time teacher. 

For all employees: 

Consider an alternative certification program to earn certification while beginning your teaching career at NYCPS.

• New York City Teaching Fellows 
• New York City Teaching Collaborative 
• Ed Prep NYC 

For paraprofessionals only:  

There are exciting opportunities available for NYCPS paraprofessionals to pursue teaching certification.

• Support in Earning Your Bachelor's Degree 
  • Career Training Program: Tuition assistance—up to 6 credits per semester—towards earning a bachelor’s degree at participating colleges and universities to build a foundation for your teaching career. 
• Support in Earning Your Teaching Certification 
  • Jose P Scholarship Program: Full scholarship to earn a master’s degree in select, high-need subject areas.  
  • Bilingual Pupil Services: Prepares and trains bilingual paraprofessionals in pursuit of a teaching career to support and serve English Language Learners and Multilingual Learners in Title I public elementary/middle schools. Aspiring teachers receive paid tuition to an accredited teacher preparation program.