26-27 Hiring: Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher - Robert E. Bell Middle School

CHAPPAQUA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT; Chappaqua (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentor support

Job summary

A local school district in Chappaqua is seeking a passionate Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher for Robert E. Bell Middle School starting September 2, 2026. The ideal candidate will develop and administer curricula aligned with NYS standards, foster a supportive classroom environment, and apply social-emotional learning strategies. Candidates must possess NYS F.A.C.S. Certification and have a commitment to inclusivity and high expectations for all students. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with a dynamic and innovative teaching approach.
• Experience with evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum.
• Foster a welcoming classroom for emotional well-being.
• Engage in collaborative professional development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Culturally relevant teaching practices

Social-emotional learning strategies

Education

NYS F.A.C.S. Certification

Job description

The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving approximately 3,500 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 a dynamic, innovative and passionate educator with strong leadership skills to serve in the anticipated probationary position of Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher at Robert E. Bell Middle School beginning September 2, 2026.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Develops and administers Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives while also being aligned to NYS standards.
• Fosters a welcoming classroom environment that nurtures emotional well-being and a sense of belonging.
• Uses NYS standards educational research to inform instructional practices.
• Uses formative assessments to gauge student understanding.
• Has experience with evidence-based social-emotional learning strategies to promote emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the RULER approach is preferred.
• Uses knowledge of students and student performance when planning lessons.
• Infuses culturally relevant practices to ensure that lessons reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all students.
• Integrates diverse perspectives and voices into instructional materials and resources to broaden students' understanding of the world.
• Maintains high expectations for all students.
• Engages in regular, collaborative professional development with the understanding that team efficacy is greater than individual efforts alone.

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

Certifications / Experience

• NYS F.A.C.S. Certification required.
• Experience as a F.A.C.S. teacher preferred.