The Educators’ Resource Center at MCC

04/16/2026

We’ve just returned from the American Association of Community Colleges Annual Convention in Seattle, Washington, where we had the opportunity to share ERC’s model for integrating career sustainability into traditional academic department roles.

Grateful for the connections made and excited for what’s ahead!

04/09/2026

A big thank you WXXI Education and everyone who joined us for last night's screening and discussion of Make a Circle. We love our early care educators!

04/01/2026

Join WXXI Education and The Educators’ Resource Center at MCC for a special screening and community conversation around the film, Make a Circle, at the MCC Downtown Campus on Wednesday, April 8.

Weaving together the magic they create in the classroom, the struggles they endure at home, and their unwavering activism for their profession, Make a Circle is a moving portrait of life as an early childhood educator and a promising blueprint for fixing our broken child care system.

The event will include a panel discussion following the film, featuring:
🟠 Ann Marie Stephan, Executive Director of Rochester Childfirst Network
🟠 Tiffany Howard, Early Childhood Professional at Friendship Children's Center
🟠Crystal Campo, Family Child Care Provider

Register below for this free screening and discussion⬇️

Join WXXI and Monroe Community College (MCC) for a special screening and community conversation around the film, Make a Circle, at the MCC Downtown Campus on Wednesday, April 8. This engaging evening will bring community members together to reflect, connect, and explore the film’s themes in a welc...

02/10/2026

Sharing this great PD opportunity for Early Care professionals from our friends at WXXI.

12/01/2025

🌟 Turn Your Bachelor's Degree into a Teaching Career with NYC Teaching Fellows 🌟

The NYC Teaching Fellows program is now accepting applications! This accelerated pathway allows you to earn your teaching certification while teaching full-time in New York City public schools.
✅ Who can apply?

Bachelor’s degree holders (any major)
Passionate about education and equity
Interested in high-need subjects like Math, Science, Special Education, Spanish, or Bilingual Education

✅ What’s included?

7-week summer training to prepare you for the classroom
Full-time salary & benefits starting in September
A subsidized master’s degree and certification within 2–3 years
Opportunities to teach in over 900 schools and earn incentives for teaching in the Bronx

📅 Application is open now! Early applicants have the best chance to secure their preferred subject area.
👉 Learn more and apply today:

NYC Teaching Fellows trains talented career changers and recent graduates to teach in high-need subjects. Earn your certification while teaching full-time.

11/19/2025

Thank you, Flower City Down Syndrome Network for supporting our students and future Special Education Teachers! We look forward to a long and successful partnership.

A local nonprofit has made a $30,000 gift to support students in education studies and human services programs at Monroe Community College.

11/13/2025

📢 Rochester Teacher Recruitment Day – Save the Date!

This is a great opportunity for those looking to start or advance their teaching career.

📅 March 20, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Field House at Gates Chili CSD

✅ Schedule interviews in advance with the school districts of your choice (in-person interviews only).

✅ Open to all NYS certification areas.

Connect directly with hiring teams from dozens of school districts and explore opportunities across the Rochester area.

👉 Learn more:

Date: March 20, 2026 Location: Gates Chili Central School District Gates Chili Field House Audience: Recruit Rochester, Central, Western NY Graduating teacher candidates Click here for a link to our flyer! Candidates: Click here to register for Rochester TRD 2026 If you have any

10/08/2025

Resource Spotlight:

Finger Lakes Community College has recently launched the FLX AI Hub to help students and educators understand and navigate the world of artificial intelligence.

Check out their website:

Discover the AI Hub at FLCC, a collaborative space for innovation, workshops, and resources. Learn about our AI training, tools, and more.