Transfers

If you wish to transfer to a different school, there are more opportunities available than ever before. Previously, because of the numerous restrictions, only about 300 to 400 obtained seniority transfers per year. Now virtually anyone can apply and be selected, provided the principal agrees.

The transfer period begins each year on April 15 and ends on Aug. 7. During this period, principals must announce all their vacant positions and revise listings throughout the spring and the summer as openings occur. These vacancies are posted on the DOE website; the page is revised as positions are filled and new vacancies arise.

All qualified teachers, including those who have been placed in excess, can apply for specific positions at job fairs or send applications to the schools they are interested in. You can send applications and résumés to schools that have not advertised vacancies so that, in the event a vacancy arises, principals will be aware of your interest.

School-based committees made up of supervisors and teachers may interview candidates and make recommendations to the principal. However, the final decision is the principal’s.

Transfers can occur after Aug. 7 but only if you are released by your current principal.

Hardship transfers are available for travel and for health reasons. All hardship transfers are discretionary, and the DOE makes the final determination. You should obtain as much documentation as possible to support your need for hardship transfer. See your chapter leader for the specific requirements regarding each of these transfers.

Also see Excessing.