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VOICE Charter School

At VOICE, we embody our core values of Efficacy, Care, and Wonder, evident in the deep sense of trust and care that permeates our community, fostering a culture of hard work and support among students, teachers, staff, and parents. Our mission is to develop every child into a caring human being, full of wonder, who can work hard to reach a place where they can choose from many great paths that will lead to a life of purpose, happiness, and fulfillment. Music is the beating heart of everything we do. It’s not just a subject; it’s our passion, our inspiration, and our guiding light.

Teachers prioritize student well-being, fostering a safe environment where students feel empowered to work diligently and embrace curiosity. Collaboration is at the heart of our approach, with classrooms buzzing with interactive learning and educators constantly refining their practices through teamwork. Whether observing dynamic group activities or witnessing educators strategizing during breaks, our commitment to collaboration fuels both our academic rigor and our joy in learning and teaching. At VOICE, students develop powerful voices and listening skills, preparing them to take on ambitious projects, pursue passions, and lead with responsibility and empathy, shaping them into lifelong learners.

Student population

66.60% Hispanic
15.10% Black
7.60% Asian
6.10% White
4.60% Multiple/Other

22%

OF OUR STUDENT POPULATION ARE NEWCOMERS.

67%

OF OUR STUDENT POPULATION ARE HISPANIC.

98%

OF TEACHERS AT VOICE SHARED THAT THEY FEEL ACCEPTED, SUPPORTED & RESPECTED BY ALL OF THEIR PEERS.

School initiatives

  • Increase joy and academic performance of students 
  • Extend student learning opportunities after school and during the summer

The details

  • There are two degree options available at this location:
    • 34-credit master of arts in teaching in Inclusive Childhood Education (dual degree in Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education, Grades 1-6)
    • 30-credit master of arts in teaching in Secondary Education (Grades 7-12)
  • Meet online with NYU Steinhardt faculty and peers twice per week in the evening for your course work ~15 hours/week
  • 40 hours/week in classroom residency at partner location
  • Tuition subsidy and stipend or wage from partner school
  • Full-day cost details

As a teacher resident, you’ll teach and learn in your content area. You’ll work alongside another teacher and gain responsibility throughout the year. You also may be asked to substitute teach later in the year as well as support intervention work.

During residency year

Estimated Stipend

$22/hour; Approximately $41,500 for the residency year


Health Insurance

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits


Start Date

PD Dates for all new employees: Thursday, August 15, 2024 – Friday, August 30, 2024
First day of school for all staff & students
: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Start date for all new teachers & assistants
: Thursday, August 15, 2024


After residency year

Estimated Starting Salary with Master’s Degree

10% above DOE pay scale


The figures above are estimates provided by our partners for informational and planning purposes only. NYU Steinhardt does not guarantee these amounts.

Our Summer 2025 application is now open. Our next deadline is October 14.


We built this program from the ground up, and [the faculty] all agreed on starting with the ideas of building community and understanding identity.

HEATHER WOODLEY
CLINICAL ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF TESOL, BILINGUAL EDUCATION, AND WORLD LANGUAGE EDUCATION


Whether you aspire to become a special education teacher in an integrated co-teaching classroom or a US history teacher for Advanced Placement students, this program offers the skills needed to connect with, engage, empower, challenge, and reach all of your students.

DIANA TURK
DIRECTOR OF TEACHER EDUCATION; CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF TEACHING AND LEARNING AT NYU STEINHARDT