RFI #I1869 Recruitment, Training, and Support of Alternative Certification Teachers for High-Need NYC Schools

This Request for Information seeks vendor insight on how to build a full‑service pipeline for alternative‑certification teachers targeting high‑need subjects and schools across New York City. The vendor would be expected to outline a comprehensive approach covering recruitment of diverse candidates, a six‑month pre‑service training program, enrollment in accredited master’s‑level graduate programs leading to Transitional B certification, placement in hard‑to‑staff schools, two years of post‑placement coaching and professional development, alumni engagement, and robust reporting on performance metrics. The RFI is informational only; no budget or contract award is guaranteed. • Scope covers recruitment, training, certification, placement, ongoing support, and alumni networking for teachers in high‑need areas. • Required deliverables include a detailed program plan, qualifications narrative, staffing/resourcing description, and bi‑annual reporting framework. • Emphasis on equity, diversity, and retention, with performance metrics tied to placement rates, teacher retention, student achievement, and satisfaction.