Short version: If you’re on track to renew in New York, use the calculator below. Most educators who are practicing in a NY public school or BOCES and hold a Professional classroom teaching/educational leadership certificate or a Level III Teaching Assistant certificate need 100 CTLE clock hours every five years. Of those hours, 15% must focus on ELL language acquisition for most educators; if you’re ESOL-certified or hold a Bilingual Extension, 50% of your hours must be ELL-focused. Don’t upload proof to NYSED—keep your records and attest in TEACH; NYSED may audit you. Then grab 10 free CTLE hours to close any gap fast.

New York CTLE Hours Calculator

At-a-glance: New York CTLE requirements

• Who needs CTLE? Professionals practicing in NY public schools or BOCES holding a Professional classroom teaching or educational leadership certificate, or a Level III Teaching Assistant certificate: 100 hours per 5-year registration period (no carryover).
• ELL portion:
  
  • Most educators: 15% of CTLE in language acquisition addressing ELL needs
  • ESOL certificate or Bilingual Extension: 50% of CTLE must be ELL-focused
• Permanent certificate holders: Register, but no CTLE required
• Registration: Attest every 5 years in TEACH; CTLE can be done any time within the cycle but cannot be carried over

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What counts as CTLE in New York?

Take CTLE only from NYSED-approved sponsors—districts/BOCES, NYS IHEs, approved organizations, etc. PD not designated as CTLE by an approved sponsor does not count toward the 100-hour requirement.. 

Tip: Align hours to your actual assignment (e.g., instructional leadership for leaders, assessment/intervention for teachers) and track titles, dates, sponsor ID, and hours as you go. NYSED can audit sponsors and certificate holders; hours are attested in TEACH rather than uploaded.

Be audit-ready (without the stress)

• Keep your own documentation (certificates of completion) and a simple log; don’t send documentation unless NYSED requests it. 
• How long to keep records? Keep them for 8 years (the 5-year cycle plus 3 years). Sponsors also retain records.
  
  

Finish faster: claim 10 free CTLE hours

Behind on hours—or short on ELL-focused time? We offer 10 free CTLE hours from an approved sponsor—perfect to close the gap your calculator shows

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Renewal timing: a quick guide

• 12 months out: run the calculator; map total vs. ELL gap; plan monthly milestones.
• 6 months out: prioritize bundles; verify sponsor approval; check your ELL percentage (15% or 50%).
• 3 months out: complete remaining hours; export certificates; update your log.
• Before attesting in TEACH: confirm totals (100 hours; ELL share met); keep proofs for your files.

FAQ 

How many CTLE hours do I need to renew in New York?

If you’re practicing and hold a Professional teacher/leader certificate or Level III TA: 100 hours every five years

‍If I hold multiple certificates, do I add hours together?

No—CTLE is 100 hours total per registration period (with the ELL portion based on your role/assignment)

‍What activities count toward CTLE?

Activities designated as CTLE by approved sponsors (districts/BOCES, approved IHEs, NYSED-approved organizations) in your content/pedagogy, including the required ELL portion. PD not designated as CTLE doesn’t count.

‍Do I send my CTLE certificates to NYSED?

No. Do not send documentation unless requested. Attest completion in TEACH and retain records for 8 years.

‍Can I complete all my hours online?

Yes—if the provider is an approved CTLE sponsor and the activity is issued as CTLE with a certificate of completion.