1.0 Probationary Elementary Teacher

Erie 1 BOCES; East Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES is seeking an Elementary School Teacher (K-6) in the Williamsville area to deliver the elementary curriculum, create a positive learning environment, and align planning with Common Core standards.

The role requires NYS certification, strong classroom management, ability to differentiate instruction, assess student progress, communicate with families, and collaborate with staff. Salary range: $47,200–$53,700 per WTA contract.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS certification in Elementary (K-6).
• Ability to plan and assess student progress while differentiating instruction.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive learning environment and develop long- and short-range plans.
• Implement plans effectively and assess student progress formatively and summatively.
• Handle attendance, parent communication and other administrative duties.

Skills

Common Core knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven instruction

Effective communication

Classroom engagement

Collaboration

Education

NYS certification Elementary (K-6)

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

Qualifications

• Valid NYS certification in Elementary (K-6 required)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for instruction of the elementary curriculum. This includes creating a positive learning environment, developing long and short-range plans, implementing plans effectively, formative and summative assessment of student progress, and a number of administrative duties such as attendance, parent communication, etc.

Essential Core Characteristics

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Common Core Standards
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum and curriculum development including planning, implementation and evaluation of materials, supplies and lessons.
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective classroom management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with students of all ability levels, differentiate instruction and use a variety of teaching techniques (co-teaching)
• Demonstrated evidence of the ability to reflect and contemplate on one's teaching allowing for growth and excellence.
• Demonstrated evidence to use data and assessment tools to identify needs, assess student progress and performance, plan instruction to improve performance and achievement of all learners.
• Demonstrated evidence of optimism, enthusiasm, compassion, warmth, understanding and sensitivity to all students.
• Demonstrated evidence to maintain high levels of student engagement.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective communication with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.
• Demonstrated evidence of effective interpersonal skills with students, faculty, support staff, and parents.

Preferred Characteristics

• Experience with Math & ELA Common Core Learning Standards.
• Experience with using technology as a tool for instruction.

Reports to

Building Principal

Annual Salary

$47,200 - $53,700 Per WTA Contract

Application Deadline

September 3, 2026

The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.