Teaching Jobs in North Carolina
Teach in North Carolina
The 115 school districts across North Carolina are comprised of over 2,500 public schools including 148 charter schools and three residential schools that serve students with visual and hearing impairments. Parents have a variety of choices including traditional public schools, magnet, and charter schools. Students may also attend North Carolina Virtual Public School full or part-time. As a teacher in North Carolina, you have a variety of school settings including elementary, junior high, high school, or special education positions.
If you are interested in teaching in North Carolina, some of the top school districts such as the Mooresville Graded school district, Orange County Schools, and Haywood County schools provide numerous opportunities. Other districts across the state in Oxford, Boone, Jefferson, and Hamlet, NC need qualified teachers as well.
North Carolina Teacher Qualifications and Certification
To apply for teacher certification in North Carolina, you will need to complete a bachelor’s degree and a state-approved teacher prep program. Before applying, you’ll need to pass the required examinations and obtain a background check. North Carolina teachers must hold a certification for the area or grade level they wish to teach. Certification areas include early childhood (through kindergarten), elementary grades, middle grades, secondary grades, specific subjects (K to 12), exceptional children (K to 12), and vocational education.
Let us help you find a teaching job in North Carolina. We maintain a list of current openings and available positions. We can help you find a teaching job that fits your certifications and preferences in public, private, charter, magnet, or online schools. From Raleigh to Charlotte, Fayetteville to Wilmington, schools in North Carolina have numerous openings. Let us help you find the elementary, middle school, high school, or special ed teaching job that matches your skills, preferences, and certification.
Apply Today for a Travel Teacher Role | New Orleans Based Contracts | General and Special Ed
Travel Teachers – Multiple Subject Openings | New Orleans, LA
Elementary | Science | Math | Special Education | ESL | English
Blazer Jobs: Supporting Those Who Make Lives Better
Blazer Jobs proudly partners with school districts across the nation to connect educators with purpose-driven career opportunities. Our mission — we make life better for those who make lives better — is at the core of every placement. We are currently hiring travel teachers for multiple subject areas in New Orleans, LA for full-time, 9-month school-based contracts.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher or exploring new districts through travel assignments, this opportunity combines professional impact with cultural richness.
Open Roles Include:
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Elementary Education Teacher
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Science Teacher
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Math Teacher
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Special Education Teacher
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ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher
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English Language Arts Teacher
Compensation & Benefits
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Weekly take-home pay between $1300–$1500, depending on experience and assignment
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Tax-free stipends available for housing and meals
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Licensure reimbursement for certification costs
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Full suite of benefits: medical, dental, and vision
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401(k) with employer match
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CEU reimbursement and dedicated professional development support
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Flexible scheduling aligned to full academic year
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Personalized support from your Blazer Jobs advisor from day one
Position Summary
As a travel teacher in one of these core academic areas, you’ll deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned with Louisiana state standards. You’ll manage classroom dynamics, create inclusive lesson plans, assess student learning, and work closely with school staff and families to support academic success. Whether supporting foundational literacy or leading advanced math instruction, you will play a direct role in students’ educational journeys.
Licensure Requirements
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Must hold a valid or expired state teaching license specific to the subject you are applying for (e.g., Elementary Education, Secondary Math, SPED, ESL, etc.)
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Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required
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Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) will assist with certification processing once a district offer is made
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Must pass background and fingerprint screening prior to start
Blazer Jobs will walk you through all credentialing and compliance steps with support from the district.
Why This Role Matters
Travel teachers bring fresh energy, adaptive expertise, and instructional excellence to the students who need them most. Your ability to step into a new community, embrace its needs, and contribute with confidence will have a lasting impact—on students and your own professional growth.
Apply Today
Bring your expertise to New Orleans and help shape the future of local students. To apply, reach out to:
Nicole Forgette, Recruiting Advisor
Email your resume: nicole.forgette@blazerjobs.com
Call or Text Direct: 813-792-3405