ABOUT

 

Led by Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Young Men’s Initiative, NYC Men Teach is an engagement and recruitment effort aimed to inspire more men of color to become teachers in New York City.



In collaboration with the Department of Education, NYC Men Teach will bring more diverse cultures and perspectives into our classrooms by increasing the number of male educators of color in schools.  A well-supported educator results in a better learning experience for all students.   Therefore, we are tasked with recruiting more teacher applicants to join NYC public schools, assisting interested candidates in finding the pathway to certification that is best for them, as well as providing hiring, mentoring, and teaching supports.

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The Why: We are at a unique moment to address the profound inequalities that exist in New York City. NYC Men Teach will work to address these inequalities through education by increasing diversity with the city’s teaching profession. Approximately 40% of our teachers are people of color.  Of those 40%, only about 8.5% of them are male.  Meanwhile, male students of color make up 43% of the entire public school demographic.  By infusing New York City public schools with teachers that reflect the vast diversity of the city, we can make a difference in the lives of young people who are not accustomed to seeing themselves represented in the front of the class. 

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The What: NYC Men Teach is a mission-driven “call to action” – become a teacher, join a network of like-minded individuals, and be an innovator in the struggle towards a more equitable city.  NYC Men Teach is a collaboration between the largest producers of teachers in New York City, and will provide multiple pathways for individuals of all different educational backgrounds to pursue a career in teaching. 

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The How: Our candidates will take on the charge to Educate the next generation of leaders, Engage with classrooms and communities with cultural relevancy, and Empower young people by reflecting their value in the classroom and to the city.  At the same time, candidates will have access to a strong network and support structures to ensure their success – both in the classroom, and as leaders in education.