New York Names 212 Master Teachers and Counselors
The newly selected educators join a statewide network of more than 1,900 master educators serving classrooms across the state.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Administration
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New York selected 212 master teachers and counselors for its master educator programs, including 188 STEM teachers and 24 school counselors. The new cohort represents 138 school districts and receives a $15,000 annual stipend over a four-year term.
Why it matters
The programs aim to strengthen teaching quality by pairing educators with professional development, mentoring and collaboration across the state. Expanding the master educator network affects how experienced educators share practices with colleagues in districts statewide.
The cohort includes 35 high-needs districts, and 31% of the selected teachers are elementary educators. Sixty-five teachers hold multiple certifications and 26 are certified to teach students with disabilities.
The players
Math for America
A nonprofit organization that supports STEM teachers in New York City through fellowships and professional development programs.
The details
Participants in the Master Teacher and Master Counselor programs deepen their knowledge, attend regional meetings and share practices with colleagues. The programs operate across regions including the Finger Lakes, Southern Tier and Central New York, with New York City work conducted alongside Math for America.
Timeline
November 4, 2026: New York announces the 212 selected master teachers and counselors.
April 8, 2027: Application window for the next round closes.
Administration Context
The master educator model parallels New York's longstanding use of mentoring networks to retain experienced teachers, placing this cohort within an established state strategy for classroom leadership.
Educators interested in joining a future cohort must submit an application before the April 8, 2027 deadline. Each selected participant receives a $15,000 annual stipend during a four-year term.
The takeaway
Experienced teachers and counselors across New York can apply to future cohorts to access stipends and peer networks that deepen their practice. The cohort's breadth across districts shows how the program reaches both urban and rural classrooms.
What happens next
The application window for the next cohort closes April 8, 2027.
Further reading
Explore more on Administration to see how state programs like this one are organized and staffed.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fingerlakes1.
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