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Teacher preparation for men of color
NYC Men Teach by Young Men's Initiative (YMI) and Public Schools (NYC Public Schools)
Professional development, mentoring, and networking services for men of color to become teachers.
Overview
Join this fully supportive program in order to become a teacher. This program will meet you where you are. Whether a CUNY student or a career shifter, this program will help you find a pathway to teaching that is right for you.
Eligibility
To apply to a pathway program, you must:
- Currently enrolled CUNY Student who is accepted into, or intends to apply to, a CUNY Teacher Education program
- Interested in a degree program to become a certified teacher in New York State
- Academically qualified with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Experience working/volunteering in urban communities
- Have already completed 12 credits toward an associate degree or 24 credits toward a bachelor’s degree, or be currently enrolled in a CUNY graduate teacher education program