Classroom Science Teacher (Grades 7-8)

Westminster Community Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NYS retirement

Supplemental retirement

Dependent Care FSA

Health insurance

After-school activity pay

Job summary

Westminster Community Charter School in Buffalo, NY seeks a Classroom Science Teacher for Grades 7-8 to plan and deliver engaging science instruction. The role requires developing lesson plans, using technology in teaching, and monitoring student progress within a collaborative school community.

The ideal candidate will hold NYS certification, a bachelor’s degree is preferred, and there are opportunities for additional pay through after-school programs and departmental activities.

Qualifications

• New York State certification in the teaching area.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Ability to teach Science across grades 7-8.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and development.
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom instruction

Student assessment

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Westminster Community Charter School Westminster Community Charter School - Buffalo, New York Open in Google Maps

Classroom Science Teacher (Grades 7-8)

Westminster Community Charter School Westminster Community Charter School - Buffalo, New York Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in www.wnyric.org/application , and Westminster Community Charter School

Job Details

Job ID: 5913052

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Overview

Position requires the planning, organization, and implementation of the appropriate instructional program to address the learning needs of the students; to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their potential in both curricular and extracurricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare classroom for class activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Provide for the care and protection of school property.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress.
• Provide guidance to students which will promote educational development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and school policies.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures.
• Participate in department, school, and school community meetings and professional development activities as appropriate.
• Stay current with most recent developments in appropriate subject area as initiated by the school.
• Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program.
• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator

Requirements

• Candidates must be New York State certified in the area for which they are applying to teach.

Employee Benefits

• Participation in the New York State Teacher Retirement System
• Supplemental retirement option
• Dependent Care and Health Care Flexible Spending Account options
• Health insurance benefit and salary determined through collective bargaining of the Buffalo Teacher's Federation (BTF)
• Afternoon, evening, and weekend programming opportunities for additional pay

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $48,479 to $90,277 Per Year

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Classroom Teacher > Science: Astronomy

Classroom Teacher > Science: Biology

Classroom Teacher > Science: Chemistry

Classroom Teacher > Science: Earth & Space

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Classroom Teacher > Science: Geology

Classroom Teacher > Science: Physics

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Teresa Gerchman , Principal
• Westminster Community Charter School
• Buffalo, New York 14215
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]