Frequently Asked Questions

Diocese of Brooklyn Teacher and Administrator Qualifications:

Candidates for Traditional Teacher Preparation Programs:

• Be a practicing *Roman Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Hold a valid New York State Certification or be eligible for certification

Candidates for Alternative Teacher Preparation Programs:

• Be a practicing *Roman Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
• Must have completed the introductory component (40 clock hours of field experience, must pass two NYS Teacher Certification exams)

Candidates for Principal or Assistant Principal:

• Be a practicing Roman Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
• Have 5 years successful teaching in a Catholic, private or public school setting
• Have a Master’s Degree conferred by a college or university registered by the New York State Board of Regents or accredited by an appropriate regional accrediting agency
• Have New York State certification in School Administration and Supervision or the equivalent or demonstrate eligibility for certification
• Have an Initial Certificate of Faith Formation or be eligible to begin such certification upon employment

Some qualification exceptions are possible for NYS certified Science, Math or Technology Teacher applicants.

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