While Boston’s nickname is The Hub, known for being a vibrant center for academia, business, tech and medicine, some students in Boston face significant challenges every day. Together we can help students build on their strengths and thrive.
While Boston is widely known for being a vibrant center for academia, business, tech and medicine, some students in Boston face significant challenges every day. As the largest school district in Massachusetts, the Boston School District serves more than 15,000 students across 125 schools.
I came into my service experience with an open mind and heart and left humbled, with a passion for doing my part as a citizen and leader in my community to support positive change.
Matt Axelrod City Year Boston, ‘88
Your corps experience
We partner with Boston Public Schools in creating equitable learning opportunities for all students and develop the city’s future leaders. AmeriCorps members support teachers and staff in delivering instruction that serves the development of the whole child and is responsive to the diverse racial, cultural and linguistic needs of Boston youth.
With more than 76% of students tutored by AmeriCorps members last year improving their test scores, AmeriCorps members are truly making an impact. A close-knit community with ample opportunities to develop meaningful personal and professional relationships, Boston is an ideal place to serve. By engaging students, families and community organizations, City Year helps BPS in creating positive learning environments where all students are supported.
Serving in Boston Schools
Serve in one of 23 elementary, middle and high schools throughout the Boston area.
Work with a committed and diverse group of 6–15 City Year AmeriCorps members who share your passion for service and personal growth.
Professional development
City Year Boston’s Mentor Program allows AmeriCorps members to connect with a professional mentor from local corporations and nonprofits (including Deloitte, Comcast and more) based on their interests and goals.
There are many opportunities to develop the career skills you seek to hone through various professional development groups. Service Reserves engage and lead volunteers in large scale service projects. The Comms Crew, Donor Ambassadors or Recruitment and Admissions Squad each engage donors and future AmeriCorps members through writing, public speaking and networking.
Over the last 30 years we have built robust relationships with Boston Public Schools, teachers, families and the community at large. We can’t wait to welcome you.
"Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning." Robert John Meehan. ✨
We want to give a little extra love today and every day to our current teachers and past teachers! ❣️💫 In honor of the #LoveTeaching campaign, we asked Impact Manager, Erica Roberts, to share her experience as a teacher.👩🏼🏫
“As part of a 2nd year AmeriCorps teaching fellowship program, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to teach 6-8th grade social studies. Teaching allowed me to witness firsthand the power of young people who can make incredibly meaningful connections between historical events and the present day. Now, through my work as an Impact Manager for City Year Boston, I can continue supporting students through the management of my City Year team at UP Academy Boston. I’m proud to work in the field of education, and to have the opportunity to witness students redefining their histories.”❤️
Hug your teacher today, show them appreciation today, or ask why they #LoveTeaching.🤗
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[Photo descriptions: 1) Erica’s headshot in her red jacket. 2) Erica in the teacher’s room, holding the school’s dog. 🐶 3) Erica’s bulletin board that says, “Today’s news is tomorrow’s history.” 4) Erica’s yearbook picture.]
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#LoveTeaching #teacherappreciation #CYB #nationalservice...
It’s Wednesday folks, you'll know what that means... It’s time for some ⚡️#WellnessWednesday ⚡️! We’ll be highlighting practical self-care. The great thing about practicing self-care is that this is something that you do in our everyday routines. They are tasks that complete that fulfill the core aspect of your life. Tasks such as organizing your closet👚👖, keeping a clean & organized workspace or environment🧼, meal prepping🍴, or creating a budget! 🧾You do all these activities just to prevent future stress, which is awesome! If you haven’t done these tasks, that’s perfectly fine you can start now. 😊 •
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[Photo Description: Collage of our team's cleaning workspace.] _______________
#WellnessWednesday #SelfCare #SelfLove #PracticalSelfCare #CityYearBoston...
💫WHY I SERVE: HENRY LE💫
“I serve because I believe in the importance of representation. I serve because I believe in the right to quality education. I serve because, as the child of Vietnamese immigrants, the dreams of families who leave their homes in hopes of a better future for the next generation is something that has inspired me just as much as it has affected me. I serve because I want to help shape the world for a better tomorrow. I serve to help make the wish my mother had for her children come true for other families.” •
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#WhyIServe with AmeriCorps member, Henry Le. Henry is a Vietnamese-American who grew up in Malvern, Pennsylvania and graduated from Shippensburg University as an English major. He now proudly serves on the BNY Mellon Team at the Washington Irving Middle School. When Henry is not doing service, he enjoys baking and reading! 🍽🥣📚 •
[Photo description: Henry laughing in Back Bay, Boston wearing his red jacket.] ___________________________
#WhyIServeWednesday...
Last Thursday, we hosted 18-Minute Networking, a L.A.C.Y event (Life After City Year)🎓, dedicated to the professional growth and exploration of our AmeriCorps members. The day was filled with panels of professionals and alumni, resume and interview support sessions, and an afternoon of networking. 📄 Working professionals from various companies and fields volunteered to come and speak to our corps about what their job entails and answer any question they may have. Thank you to @deloitte sponsoring for this event and having alum, Eitan Adler come to speak! 🤗
A special shout-out to Caitlin Bueller, our Career Services & Operations Manager, for planning this spectacular event alongside our team! ❤️ We hope those who attended enjoyed the day as much as we did! [Image Description: 1) AmeriCorps gathered around in a circle for 18 Minute Networking. 2) A grid of different pictures from the event.]
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#AmeriCorps #18MinuteNetworking #Networking #Connections #FuturePlans...
🍽️NEW BLOG: Kimmy Lee, City Year Boston alum and staff member on our human resources team, is passionate about the power food has to bring people together. “I have always seen food both as a source of personal joy and as an avenue to bring people together to build connection and community. Food opens the doorway to learning about different cultures and histories as well.”
In honor of Black History Month, we asked our resident foodie to highlight her favorite Black-owned eateries in the neighborhoods we serve. ⭐LINK IN BIO⭐
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[Image descriptions: 1) Kimmy enjoying some yummy food. 2) Collage of food photos.]
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#blackhistorymonth #bostoneats #eaterboston #bostonfoodies...
Happy #WellnessWednesday City Year friends and family. Today we want to focus on emotional self-care, which are activities that help you connect, process, and reflect on your full range of emotions. Sometimes there are so many different situations going on in our lives that it can be overwhelming for us. As an AmeriCorps member the long hours spent at school, the challenges that arise within the classroom, along with everything in your personal lives, it can be a lot to handle. Talking about how you are feeling can help you process everything. And this doesn’t necessarily mean seeing a therapist. Talking to a mentor, or a friend you confide in is also a great tool. 👯♀️Journaling is a great way to practice emotional self-care, too. 📓 If writing doesn't do it for you, create art! Artistic expression is a great way to process big emotions. Draw, paint, sing, make music, and let your mind find peace through the act of creating! 🖍🎸🎤🎨 These are simple things that can help with self-care. We encourage you to regularly set time aside to focus on yourself and your needs.
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[Photo Description: a awesome group shot of the @cybgrewcrew, with a white underlining of the group.] ____________
#WellnessWednesday #EmotionalSelfCare #SelfLove #CityYear #CYB...
!["Teachers who love teaching, teach children to love learning." Robert John Meehan. ✨
We want to give a little extra love today and every day to our current teachers and past teachers! ❣️💫 In honor of the #LoveTeaching campaign, we asked Impact Manager, Erica Roberts, to share her experience as a teacher.👩🏼🏫
“As part of a 2nd year AmeriCorps teaching fellowship program, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to teach 6-8th grade social studies. Teaching allowed me to witness firsthand the power of young people who can make incredibly meaningful connections between historical events and the present day. Now, through my work as an Impact Manager for City Year Boston, I can continue supporting students through the management of my City Year team at UP Academy Boston. I’m proud to work in the field of education, and to have the opportunity to witness students redefining their histories.”❤️
Hug your teacher today, show them appreciation today, or ask why they #LoveTeaching.🤗
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[Photo descriptions: 1) Erica’s headshot in her red jacket. 2) Erica in the teacher’s room, holding the school’s dog. 🐶 3) Erica’s bulletin board that says, “Today’s news is tomorrow’s history.” 4) Erica’s yearbook picture.]
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