The mission of the NYC Teaching Collaborative is to recruit and prepare talented, committed individuals to become effective teachers who dedicate themselves to raising student achievement and effecting change in New York City's highest-need schools.
During the NYC Teaching Collaborative program, aspiring teachers (i.e. Partner Teachers) apprentice in a NYC public school for over four months prior to becoming a full-time teacher. During this unique pathway to becoming a teacher, Partner Teachers grow into effective teachers through hands-on experiences in a public-school classroom and targeted, ongoing coaching from skilled Collaborative Coaches and program staff.
Participants work as Partner Teachers in high-need NYC public school classrooms during the school day under the guidance of a Collaborative Coach, who is an experienced teacher. Partner Teachers also receive weekly training from program staff on key strategies for working with students in high-need school communities. Partner Teachers will be informed of their progress and evaluated throughout their training and must demonstrate effectiveness in the classroom before teaching full time. Participants receive a stipend during training.
CORE VALUES OF THE NYC TEACHING COLLABORATIVE
Successful Partner Teachers demonstrate these core values:
- High Expectations
Set high expectations for all students because they believe in the students' ability to meet and exceed these goals. Work continuously to help students achieve their goals because they understand that these efforts will make a significant difference in the lives of their students.
- Respect and Professionalism
Acknowledge personal strengths and areas needed for professional growth. Value the strengths that others bring to this work and learn from their skills and expertise. Actively partner with school colleagues as well as the students' families and communities to impact student achievement.
- Constant Learning
Continuously reflect on teaching practice, take ownership of professional development, set goals and view growth on a continuum. Welcome feedback, celebrate success and actively seek opportunities to improve.
- Perseverance
Never give up on your students, your school, or your community. Consider it a personal responsibility to provide a top-quality education for your students.
- Collaboration
Work as a team to challenge and support teaching colleagues. Understand that multiple perspectives generate a richer understanding of our teaching techniques and how to improve them.
- Leadership
Exhibit leadership in our classrooms and school communities. Thoughtfully set goals and make strategic decisions to achieve them. Be innovative - where there are no solutions, create them. Positively influence how students envision their future selves by enriching classroom instruction with shared perspectives.
To learn even more about the NYC Teaching Collaborative, visit www.nycteachingcollaborative.org.