Teaching Jobs

I am trying to move back to Long Island due to some changes in my personal life so I can be with family.

I have 9 years of teaching experience, 8 of those are in the suburbs in Virginia (think Nassau County of D.C).

I've applied to 36 jobs, only heard from 6 and had 2 demos which I couldn't get passed. I am certified in NYS and have the professional license with Masters.

My two questions are

1. Does it hurt me that my experience is out of State as opposed to teaching in the city?

2. Could me having 9 years of experience hurt at a point because if they accept my experience I cost more as opposed to a teacher who has a few leave replacements and they can pay a starting salary?

Any information is helpful.