About the Role
The Teacher plans, organizes, and implements instructional programs in a learning environment that guides, inspires, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This role offers a rewarding experience by helping students achieve their academic goals and dreams in a supportive learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage classroom environment to promote student development
- Facilitate student learning and communicate progress
- Provide direct instruction and monitor student progress
- Align curriculum and stay current with teaching methodologies
- Provide students with frequent and accurate behavioral and academic feedback
- Identify students who are academically at risk and execute effective intervention strategies
- Consistently use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
- Mentor assigned teachers
- Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
- Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues
- Attend parent/teacher conferences and staff meetings
- Supervise field trips, school clubs, and activities
- Ensure classroom cleanliness and confidentiality of student information
- Submit annual plans and implement school policies
- Participate in professional development and home visits
- Attend staff meetings and collaboration sessions
- Perform additional duties as directed
- Supervise support teachers, interns, and teacher aides as requested
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree in content area preferred
- NYS Teaching Certification preferred
- Experience in classroom teaching preferred
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
- Ability to work with a diverse community
Skills
- Critical evaluation and problem-solving
- Planning and organizing
- Communication skills
- Conflict management
- Adaptability
- Stress tolerance
- Ethical practice
Location
- Buffalo, NY 14214
Work Type
- Full Time
- 10 months
Education Level
- 2 Year Degree
- Bachelor’s degree
- Master’s degree
Salary/Compensations
- $48,500.00 - $65,000.00 Salary/year
- Starting Salary: $48,000 (Master’s Degree & Certified)
- Annual Raise: $1,500
Benefits
- STRS
- Comprehensive health benefits
- 403B
About the Company
- Promotes academic and social growth of students
- Enhances learning through effective instruction and classroom management
- Supports professional development and collaboration among staff
