New York Teacher License Renewal

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Verified March 23, 2026Official source

Below you'll find renewal requirements for each license type in New York. Click any license for a detailed breakdown including approved PD providers and how to submit your hours.

License Types

Professional Certificate — Classroom Teacher

100 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: Free
Accepted PD: NYSED-approved CTLE sponsor courses and workshops, University coursework (graduate or undergraduate) from NYSED-approved sponsor, School district-sponsored professional development through approved CTLE sponsors, Online courses from NYSED-approved CTLE sponsors +1 more
Full requirements

Professional Certificate — Educational Leadership

100 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: Free
Accepted PD: NYSED-approved CTLE sponsor courses and workshops, University coursework from NYSED-approved sponsor, Leadership development programs from approved CTLE sponsors, School district-sponsored administrative professional development
Full requirements

Teaching Assistant Level III Certificate

100 hours every 5 yearsRenewal fee: Free
Accepted PD: NYSED-approved CTLE sponsor courses and workshops, University coursework from NYSED-approved sponsor, School district-sponsored professional development
Full requirements

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