Albert Shanker Grant Program
2023-2024 Candidate Application Period Is Open
2023-2024 Candidate Application Period Is Open
Starting on May 31, 2023, the New York State Education Department will accept applications for the 2023-2024 Albert Shanker Grant program. Applications will continue to be accepted through February 16, 2024, or until all funds are exhausted, whichever is first.
Information listed in Candidate Application Section Below
Grant Information
The Albert Shanker grant was established to defray the costs of National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)* certification to eligible New York State public school teachers. The New York State Education Department through the Albert Shanker Grant makes funding available to support eligible New York State public school teachers seeking their first National Board Certification.
- National Board Certification is composed of four components. All components must be attempted within a three year period. For information regarding National Board Certification.
- Candidates for the Albert Shanker Grant must first complete the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Candidate application online. Candidates must also pay the annual NBPTS registration fee , register and pay for the first component out-of-pocket.
- Once the NBPTS application has been completed, candidates must apply online for the Albert Shanker grant through NYSED . Please see the Candidate Application section below.
If a candidate is found eligible for and awarded the Albert Shanker Grant, the New York State Education Department will fund the cost of the remaining three components to National Board.
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Resources:
NYS Albert Shanker Candidate FAQ
Contact Information
All questions should be directed to:
Albert Shanker Grant Program Administrator
Phone: 518-486-2978
Email: shankergrant@nysed.gov
Additional candidate support:
- Professional Learning Components Two and Three:
- National Board Council of New York: nbcny.org
- National Board Customer Support 1-800-22TEACH (1-800-228-3224)