NYS launches new digital hub for teacher recruitment [Video]

NEW YORK (WKBW) — The State Education Department is launching a new digital platform to help recruit teachers.

TeachNY.org will serve as a centralized hub for prospective teachers to explore the profession and access free resources.

These free resources include:

• One-on-one and group advising from New York teachers and certification experts
• A database of scholarships and funding for future teachers.
• A search tool to find NY teaching programs
• Reimbursements for application and testing fees
• Support to prep for teaching tests
• Email encouragement and reminders
• Inspiring articles and content showcasing the best of the profession

This new website was created in collaboration with a number of New York schools, districts, higher education institutions, and education organizations.