About this role
- Earn at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Complete a New York State-approved or registered teacher preparation program in Childhood Education (Grades 1–6), or qualify through another approved certification pathway.
- Complete the required coursework in elementary education, including:
- Child development and learning.
- Reading and literacy instruction.
- Mathematics, science, and social studies.
- Classroom management.
- Teaching students with disabilities.
- English language learners.
- Curriculum development and instructional planning.
New York State Education Department
Candidates must pass the applicable New York State Teacher Certification Examinations (NYSTCE).
The principal examinations for Childhood Education (Grades 1–6) include:
- Educating All Students (EAS) Test – Evaluates the ability to teach students with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning needs.
- Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood (Grades 1–6) Content Specialty Test (CST) – Evaluates subject knowledge required to teach elementary school students.