Virtual Teaching Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Details
(Subject to Funding Availability)
Position:
Teacher (Regular) Central
Virtual Learning Teacher(s)
Location:
Division of the First Deputy Chancellor
Teachers are expected to teach in person from 82-01 Rockaway Blvd, Ozone Park, NY 11416, 65 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201, or Staten Island office during traditional work hours. Remote work is possible at nontraditional times of day (i.e. evenings and weekends).
Eligibility Requirements:
New York City Licensed Spanish Tenured Teachers in Grades 7-12. New York City Licensed Science Tenured Teachers in Biology, Earth Science, or Physics in Grades 7-12.
Position Summary:
Virtual Learning Classrooms aim to partner teachers from around the city with students to provide them with increased access to courses not available in their schools, including, but not limited to Electives, Early College Credit, and World Language courses. This posting is for teachers interested in teaching in this program from September 2026 - June 2027. Virtual instruction teachers will deliver instruction to and communicate with high school and middle school students in other locations using internet and required technological platforms.
Please note that while students will not be in the same location as the teacher, this position does require that you report daily to a designated NYCPS location.
Virtual Teachers are licensed teachers of Middle and high school grades who teach students virtually. Virtual teachers will teach students in the following subject areas: Advanced Placement Spanish Language, Advanced Placement Spanish Literature, Spanish for Heritage Speakers, High School Spanish Year 1-3, Middle School Spanish 1 and 2, Biology, Physics, Earth Science, AP Environmental Science and Forensics. Other subjects may be added. Students may be enrolled in one class from multiple schools simultaneously, but total class size will not exceed contractual limits.
New Virtual Teachers will be expected to participate in professional learning during July and/or August prior to commencement of position with remaining on-going professional learning during the year and will be paid at the per session rate for work beyond the contractual workday/work year. Virtual teachers will perform required duties (including corresponding with participating school staff, planning for remote instruction and assessment, communication and conferencing with students and/or parents). Duties and responsibilities are intended to emulate traditional teaching paradigms and create an equitable learning experience.
This position is for the September 2026-June 2027 school year. Class size for full virtual courses will comply with UFT contractual limits. Teachers may be assigned up to twenty-five (25) teaching periods per week. Teachers are expected to deliver synchronous instruction during scheduled periods and provide asynchronous support, including office hours, small-group and individual conferencing, and guidance for independent student work.
Selection Criteria:

• Participate in activities to identify best practices, address challenges and assess efficacy.
• Extensive knowledge of the New York State and City Standards, meets Advanced Placement requirements (as appropriate) and is licensed in subject matter.
• Demonstrated expertise in a synchronous live online learning environment designing and implementing standards-based instruction that specifies clear learning objectives, includes engaging activities and authentic assessments to measure mastery.
• Willingness to promote online dialogue to deepen the learning experience.
• Demonstrated ability with written and oral communications emphasis placed on the delivery of digital presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to use online learning, communication and other edtech tools as appropriate.
• Can differentiate instruction for individuals or groups of students based on instructional data and analysis as well as student characteristics.
• Can sustain and document flexible teaching schedules, which account for asynchronous and synchronous activities that are student-centered and maintain high standards for student engagement and success.
• Selected candidates will be asked to facilitate a demonstration lesson or planning activity to demonstrate aforementioned qualifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate competency in using data from assessments and other data sources to modify content and guide student learning.
• Modify engaging content and appropriate assessments in an online environment.
• Provide quality instruction to students using asynchronous and synchronous teaching methods (I.e. asynchronous = discussion forums, group work, written and digital assignments, posted content. Synchronous = online classrooms, webinars, chat rooms).
• Employ student-centered instructional strategies that are connected to real-world applications to engage students in learning.
• Facilitate and monitor online instruction groups/discussions to promote learning through higher-order thinking and group interaction.
• Engage in frequent teacher-student, teacher-teacher, and teacher-administrator interactions with participating schools.
• Provide prompt student feedback, communicate high expectations, and teach to diverse talents and learning styles.
• Online communication between students and teachers is a significant component of this program to mimic in person communication. Therefore, teachers are expected to respond to student emails and grade assignments within 2 workdays, as well as monitor and respond to discussion postings daily during the school week.
• Regularly share with participating school(s) student data including but not limited to grades and attendance. This includes the use of school selected platforms and systems.
• Incorporate and comply with FERPA, AUP and communicate privacy guidelines to students.
• Select and use a variety of online tools for communication, productivity, collaboration, data and performance analysis, presentation, research, and online content delivery as appropriate to the content area and student needs.
• Use communication technologies in a variety of mediums and contexts for teaching and learning.
• Apply technical troubleshooting skills (downloading plug-ins, uploading assignments, etc.).
• Participate in all professional development and peer mentoring exercises throughout the duration of service.
• Develop key relationships in order to work closely with participating school staff, students and parents, guidance counselors and central VLC staff.
• Participate in activities to identify best practices, address challenges and assess efficacy.
• Designing and delivering standards-aligned lessons and units, utilizing DOE-approved digital curriculum resources, and implementing effective assessment and differentiation practices to meet diverse student needs.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated skill in team building, group dynamics, and facilitating collaborative learning.
• Proven history of being a self-starter who works well without constant supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines (i.e. multiple marking periods and grading systems, varying school schedules, etc.)
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience using a full Learning Management System; preferably iLearn/ Brightspace.
• Experience with a variety of Edtech tools used to enhance instruction and create engaging and dynamic online lessons.
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement classes.

Hours:
As per UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement
9:00AM - 5:00PM Monday through Friday
School Year (September 10, 2026, through June 28, 2027) plus five additional days winter, spring or summer recess pursuant to UFT contract, to be determined by supervisor.
The hours of service of a teacher shall be thirty-seven and one-half hours per week exclusive of a daily thirty-minute lunch period. Flexibility for earlier start or later finish to the day with approval of supervisor.
Salary:
As per UFT Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Application:
Send your cover letter, resume, copy of license(s), and 6-digit file number to Marcia Marshall, Director, HR via email:
Vlc@schools.nyc.gov and,
CC: MMarshall7@schools.nyc.gov
Reports to:
Shana Mantell, Principal Assigned, Virtual Learning Classrooms
DOE Non-Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy .