Future Indigenous Educators
Teaching is more than a profession—teachers shape lives. Find community, financial aid and more.
Diverse teachers make education better for all students—especially Indigenous students and other students of color. If you're thinking about becoming a teacher, check out these resources specifically for future Indigenous educators.
When non-white students have diverse teachers, they do better in math and reading, and they’re much more likely to graduate high school and attend college.
Students need teachers who reflect their identity. Here's where we are now.
59%
of New York students identify as people of color
23%
of New York educators identify as people of color
17,731
New York students identify as American Indian or Alaska Native
953
New York educators identify as American Indian or Alaska Native
Community Resources
Educators for Excellence
Learn moreFounded 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
Learn moreNative 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.
North American Indigenous Center of New York
Learn moreThe 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.
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Education Division
Learn moreThe 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.
Scholarships
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.
What’s next
Financial Aid & Scholarships | TeachNY
Explore scholarships and other financial aid for future teachers. Find local and national opportunities!
Learn moreFee Reimbursements | TeachNY
Applying to teacher prep programs can get expensive. We’ll give you $100 to help you out.
Read MoreFind Support From TeachNY
With 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 MoreReferences
(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