Get advice and info, based on where you’re starting and where you want to be. Talk to a coach 1-on-1 or join a group advising session, so you can take the next step in your journey with confidence.
TeachNY coaches are experienced local educators! Here's what you'll get from free career coaching:
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Not sure if a 1-on-1 call is right for you? Group info sessions are also a great way to learn about becoming a teacher.
Sessions are held monthly and cover topics like:
Every group call includes a Q&A session! Bring any questions that are top-of-mind for you. You can always schedule a 1-on-1 call if you think of more questions later.
To join a group session: Click the “Sign Up” button to open the group advising Eventbrite page. There, you can click “Select a date” and choose the session that works best with your schedule.
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Coaching is available to anyone brand-new to teaching — without a teaching credential or experience as a lead teacher in any state — who is living in the U.S., or is a U.S. citizen living abroad. If you’re not eligible for coaching, you can learn more about becoming a NY teacher with the TeachNY Certification Guide or from the New York State Education Department.
I have been a biology and chemistry teacher in a large suburban high school in Central NY for the past 20 years. I am a lifelong learner, a host for lots of classroom observers and student teachers, a coffee enthusiast and a keeper of classroom reptiles. I believe that teachers have the power to change students' lives!
My name is Cleyvis Rodriguez. I have been teaching for the New York City Department of Education for 18 years. I have taught grades 2-5. I'm a teacher leader who works collaboratively with teachers and administration. I am also a New Teacher Mentor for the New York Department of Education. My mission is to inspire and motivate our future teachers.
Elizabeth is a certified Literacy Specialist and currently serves her school district as a teacher on special assignment "Lead Instructional Coach". She is an Cognitive Coaching agency trainer and an experienced new teacher mentor. Elizabeth's pathway to teaching began after high school when she completed both undergraduate and graduate work at Geneseo State University, then obtained a teaching position in a middle school setting.
I have worked for NYC Public Schools for 28 years as a classroom teacher, Instructional Coach and my current role as a Teacher Development Specialist. As a teacher, I prided myself on creating a classroom community so that my students felt visible valued and vital. As an Instructional Coach, I was able to transfer my experiences to support teachers. In my current role, I am energized working with new teachers and their mentors. A major part of my role is to offer an initial certification course for school-based mentors on research-based ways to support new teachers. I provide on-going professional learning opportunities throughout the school year. I believe teaching is the BEST career one can embark into.
Hello everyone! I'm Jenna Fiacco, a high school business teacher. I became a teacher in a very nontraditional way. I was hired three days before school started one year without being certified. I truly understand what it means to feel unsure of where to begin teaching but I am passionate about helping others who may have felt lost like me. Join me to discuss potential teaching questions!
Marguerite Dimgba has served as Director of Professional Learning at the Greece Central School District since 2001, following roles as Director of World Languages at the Rochester City School District and as an assistant principal and French teacher at the Hilton Central School District. She co-authored 'Teacher Portfolios for the Annual Professional Performance Review' and is recognized for her expertise in publications such as The Learning Professional and Frontline Education case studies. Marguerite's leadership extends to roles with the Genesee Valley Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Learning Forward Academy and the New York State Teacher Center Leadership Team.
I am a graduate of the NYC Teaching Fellows. I am a special education teacher. I work as a Special Education Teacher Support Services provider at Public School 28x in the Bronx, New York.
I have been a biology and chemistry teacher in a large suburban high school in Central NY for the past 20 years. I am a lifelong learner, a host for lots of classroom observers and student teachers, a coffee enthusiast and a keeper of classroom reptiles. I believe that teachers have the power to change students' lives!
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