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Episode 16: Behind the Curtain: How Teachers Really Get Hired in New York City

Author
Matthew Cade, Rob Monahan, and Jeannine Brugge
Published
Mon 18 Aug 2025
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Getting hired in the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) isn’t just about what you know—it’s often about who you know. In this episode of Playing Teacher: The Podcast, we pull back the curtain on the hiring process in the largest school system in the country. From the nerve-wracking interviews to the networking that makes a difference, we explore the good, the bad, and the ugly of how teachers land jobs in the NYCDOE. Whether you’re an aspiring educator or a veteran looking to understand the system better, this candid conversation reveals the realities behind one of the most competitive hiring landscapes in education.

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