What kind of help do I need?
Find the support you need along your teaching journey. With our LiveChat, 1-on-1 and group coaching options, we make it easier to get started. The best part? It’s all free!
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LiveChat to get answers fast
Want help finding resources on our website? Looking for a specific tool—like certification guides, financial aid or application help?
Talk with a TEACH Navigator through LiveChat. Let us know what you’re trying to find and we can point you in the right direction.
Use LiveChat for:
- Help finding info and tools on our website.
- Troubleshooting support.
- Questions about TeachNY.
Click the Live Chat button in the lower right-hand corner of your screen to get started!
Group coaching for general questions about becoming a teacher
Looking for an overview of how to become a teacher? Start with a group info session. Learn from experienced current educators in our monthly coaching sessions.
Use group coaching to learn:
- Steps to get your teaching certificate
- How to choose a subject area and the right certification pathway
- How to choose a teaching program
- How TeachNY can help with career and financial support
Click the button to sign up! Choose a date and select the session that works best for you.
1-on-1 coaching for personalized advice
Have questions about your specific situation—or if you just prefer a personal touch—sign up for 1-on-1 coaching! You can talk to an experienced educator via video chat, phone or email—all free!
With 1-on-1 coaching, you can ask about things like:
- How to find the right pathway to teaching
- How to choose a teaching subject
- What to know about certification tests
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