New York Teacher License Renewal
Official DOE SiteVerified 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
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
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