25-26 Hiring: Probationary Elementary Teachers

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Chappaqua (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community of educators dedicated to nurturing young minds in a supportive and inclusive environment. This role as an Elementary Teacher offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives by fostering a positive classroom atmosphere and implementing innovative teaching strategies. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values professional development and continuous improvement, ensuring that every child feels a sense of belonging. With competitive salary and benefits, this position is perfect for passionate educators ready to inspire and guide the next generation in a joyful learning space.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentor support

Qualifications

• Required certifications in Early Childhood and Childhood Education.
• Preferred additional certifications in English Language Arts and Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Foster an inclusive classroom environment prioritizing students' well-being.
• Implement evidence-based strategies for social-emotional learning.

Skills

Positive classroom environment

Social-emotional learning strategies

Data analysis for instruction

Culturally relevant practices

Collaborative professional development

Education

NYS Early Childhood Education B-2 Certification

NYS Childhood Education Gr. 1 - 6 Certification

NYS English Language Arts Gr. 5 - 9 Certification

NYS Student With Disabilities Gr. 1 - 6 Certification

NYS English To Speakers of Other Languages Certification

Job description

25-26 Hiring: Probationary Elementary Teachers JobID: 525

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted:
  1/31/2025
• Location:
  Elementary Schools
• Date Available:
  08/28/2025
• Closing Date:
  03/31/2025

The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving approximately 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.

Chappaqua CSD is looking for thoughtful and knowledgeable educators to serve in the anticipated probationary positions of Elementary Teacher at one of our 3 elementary schools beginning 8/28/2025.

Note: applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Fosters a positive and inclusive classroom environment that prioritizes the social and emotional well-being of students and nurtures a sense of belonging.
2. Implements evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies to promote emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the RULER approach is preferred.
3. Utilizes current educational research to inform instructional practices, ensuring lessons are grounded in evidence-based methods.
4. Implements formative assessments regularly to gauge student understanding.
5. Incorporates formative and summative data analysis into lesson planning to tailor instruction and address individual learning needs.
6. Infuses culturally relevant practices into curriculum design, ensuring that lessons reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
7. Integrates diverse perspectives and voices into instructional materials and resources to broaden students' understanding of the world.
8. Engages in regular, collaborative professional development to enhance collective knowledge and skills, reinforcing the idea that the team's efficacy is greater than individual efforts alone.
9. Uses NYS standards as a foundation for setting clear learning goals and expectations for students, providing a roadmap for their academic progress.

Certification/Experience:

Required: NYS Early Childhood Education B-2, Childhood Education Gr. 1 - 6 OR PreK-6 Certification

Preferred Additional Certifications: NYS English Language Arts Gr. 5 - 9 Certification; or NYS Student With Disabilities Gr. 1 - 6; or NYS English To Speakers of Other Languages

This position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional development and mentor support.

Salary Range (as of 24/25 school year): $70,467 - $151,438