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TeachNY is dedicated to building a teacher workforce that reflects the unique backgrounds of New York students and communities. We need talented teachers from all backgrounds, including our Indigenous community. If you're thinking about becoming a teacher, check out support just for you.
Founded by public school teachers, Educators for Excellence is an NYC-based organization that works to ensure that teachers have a leading voice in the policies that impact their students and profession. E4E provides opportunities for teachers to stay informed, connect with colleagues and decision-makers, and advocate for change.
Native American Community Services (NACS) provides quality health and social services to the off-reservation Native American population in Erie and Niagara Counties. NACS has developed innovative and evidence-based approaches and has offices in Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Lockport.
The North American Indigenous Center of New York (NAIC-NY) provides cultural, educational, economic and health programming, including cultural gatherings and language preservation initiatives. NAIC-NY programming occurs at multiple sites throughout New York City, New York State and interstate and transborder regions of the larger Northeast.
The Education Division of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe promotes, supports and respects the culturally relevant and academic needs of community members by empowering life-long learners through quality educational learning opportunities and experiences.
Get the financial support you need to become a teacher. No matter your pathway to teaching, there are funding opportunities in New York that you may be eligible for.
Explore scholarships and other financial aid for future teachers. Find local and national opportunities!
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Read MoreWith LiveChat, group info sessions and 1-on-1 coaching, TeachNY makes it easier to get in the classroom. We’ll help you find the right support to get started.
Read More(1) NY State Enrollment Data. NYSED Data Site. New York State Education Department. https://data.nysed.gov/enrollment.php?year=2023&state=yes
(2) Information and Reporting Services Personnel Master File. New York State Education Department. https://p12.nysed.gov/irs/pmf/#raceth
