Alumni
For Julie Candia, a 2020 NYU Teacher Residency alum, the decision to become a teacher came after a significant career...
Robbie Marshall majored in history in college and knew he wanted to find a job related to the subject. He...
“I was debating so many career paths. I reflected on the things that meant the most to me, and I...
“I previously did work in community organizing while I was in college, and I feel that teaching allows me to...
“I felt like my career as a pilot didn’t have a purpose. It wasn’t fulfilling; it was just a way...
“In high school, I enjoyed helping my peers during math class.” Ericka Willacy had a gift for teaching long before...
“I can’t pinpoint an exact moment [when I realized I wanted to become a teacher]. It’s like asking a singer...
“The NFL was my love and passion. But I knew deep down that I would end up teaching.” Alterraun Verner...
“It was an instant spark. I immediately knew the student who I wanted to teach.” Katie Miller described the moment...
Joy Sanga has been a middle school science educator for 12 years. When she decided to pursue the NYU Teacher...