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This page was last updated on March 30, 2026 at 12:50 PM.

Opportunities for Current DOE Employees

Summer Rising 2026 Announcement

Current full-time employees and former eligible pedagogical NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) employees can now submit job applications to work Summer School (Open external link). Applications submitted after April 30, 2026, will be marked late.

Openings in Central and Administrative Offices

Explore opportunities in Central and administrative roles.

Use the online application system to view postings and apply.

Career Paths at the DOE

Find more information about various roles:

Open Market Transfer System

The system is open April–August for eligible UFT-titled employees seeking school transfers.
After August, a principal’s release is required unless placed in excess.

Questions? Visit the HR Connect Portal or HR Connect at (718) 935-4000.

Career Ladder for School Leaders

Experienced principals and assistant principals with a track record of student achievement growth are encouraged to apply for career ladder opportunities across NYC schools.

Teacher Career Pathways

Join over 800 teacher leaders in NYC public schools. All eligible DOE teachers can participate in the central screening process. Each role has unique qualifications and selection criteria. Explore roles on the Teacher Career Pathway page.

Per Session Opportunities

During the summer and school year, employees may apply for per session activities scheduled before or after school, on weekends or certain holidays (if approved), or during summer break. Per session includes any activity in which eligible pedagogical, pupil personnel service providers, and supervisory staff are paid an hourly rate based on title. Per session work may not extend or replace an employee’s primary job duties or be used to provide extra compensation for the primary assignment. Per session work may not be performed at home, during the employee’s regular workday hours, or during the contractual lunch period. Employees absent due to illness may not be paid for per session hours worked outside their regular schedule, while those absent for jury duty or official business may do per session work outside their regular hours. The per session year runs from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. For more information, see Chancellor’s Regulation C-175.

School-Based Per Session Jobs

Search and apply for school-based opportunities on the Per Session Jobs page within the main NYCPS website. Jobs are also posted by regulation within school buildings.

Central-Based Per Session Jobs

ANNOUNCEMENT: For the new 2026-2027 school year, search and apply for central-based opportunities on the HR School Support SharePoint site. Staff email address log-in is required to view this page: Current NYCPS Central-Based Per Session Job Opportunities

NOTE ON RETIREES: Eligible official retirees must obtain either a school or central office per session nomination and reactivate their staff email addresses with the DIIT Help Desk before applying to any position.

Active employees may obtain more resources and information on per session employment here: Per Session Information for Schools and Central Offices.

Civil Service Information

If you work in a Central or administrative role, it’s important to understand your civil service status. Learn more about Civil Service

Scholarships, Incentives & Special Programs

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Professional Development

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