City Year New York
Diverse. Fast-Paced. Tough. It鈥檚 not always easy to live in New York, but it鈥檚 always worth it. City Year New York is helping the city鈥檚 天美影院 and schools succeed.
Serving in New York
While New York is widely known for being a vibrant hub for all industries and cultures, many 天美影院 in New York face significant challenges every day. As the largest public school district in the country, the New York City public school system serves more than one million 天美影院 across the five boroughs.
Your corps experience
City Year is a key partner to the New York City School District in creating equitable learning opportunities for all 天美影院 and develop the city鈥檚 future leaders. District-wide, more than 70% of 天美影院 participate in a state assistance program (SNAP, healthcare or foster care). AmeriCorps members support teachers and staff in delivering instruction that serves the development of the whole child and is responsive to the diverse needs of New York’s youth.
With more than 76% of 天美影院 tutored by AmeriCorps members last year improving their test scores, AmeriCorps members are truly making an impact. Consisting of close-knit communities with ample opportunities to develop meaningful personal and professional relationships, New York is an ideal place to serve.
Serving in New York schools
Serve in one of 17 elementary and middle schools throughout the New York area. All schools are accessible by public transportation. It is not necessary to have a car in New York. New York schools are filled with passionate, vibrant 天美影院 who aren鈥檛 afraid to tell you exactly what they think. This is both the charm and challenge of New York.
You鈥檒l work with a committed and diverse group of six鈥15 City Year AmeriCorps members who share your passion for service and personal growth. Over 90% of City Year New York alums report that their service was fulfilling and worthwhile. Many of our corps members stay in touch with their team members years after they鈥檝e completed their service.
Professional development
AmeriCorps members also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of career development programs. We offer an intensive day of professional development workshops and seminars along with year-round resume coaching, mentorships, undergraduate and graduate application guidance and other forms of personalized coaching.
Community involvement
City Year AmeriCorps members are positive role models to their 天美影院. Many 天美影院 feel at ease with their school鈥檚 AmeriCorps members and see them as a bridge between themselves and their teachers. At the same time, busy teachers welcome the extra hand in the classroom and beyond. Providing a strong support system for 天美影院 and teachers helps lift up everyone in a community, including parents.
Our stories
Meet Marc! He鈥檚 a former CYNY student turned CYNY AmeriCorps member. Marc is a Bronx native who went to...
Read more about Service Coming Full Circle in the South BronxFrom August 3rd-7th, City Year partnered with Hulu to offer a career and professional development experience like no other! This...
Read more about City Year Partners with Hulu for A Virtual Career Week EventI was extremely nervous the first time I walked into the crowded and rambunctious school cafeteria to help support student...
Read more about These 9 tips + Cheez-Its = a powerful year of serviceLearn about one Corps member's ability to serve in his hometown and across the country with City Year.
Read more about From Little Rock to the Big Apple, one City Year AmeriCorps member shares his journeyConnect with us to learn more or apply today!
Over the last 30 years we have built a robust relationship with New York Public Schools, teachers, families and the community at large. We can鈥檛 wait to welcome you.
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This year, about 150 City Year AmeriCorps members will support nearly 9,000 天美影院 in 17 New York schools.
Every year we hold events to celebrate our corps, 天美影院 and the community at large.
Our amazing education and corporate partners help make our work in New York possible.
