Classroom Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Flexible spending accounts

Additional pay opportunities

Job summary

Westminster Community Charter School in Buffalo, New York, is seeking a qualified Classroom Teacher to join our elementary program. The role requires planning, delivering instruction, assessing students, and collaborating with families and staff.

The ideal candidate is NYS certified for the elementary level, can manage a dynamic classroom, and participate in school meetings and professional development. Starting date is immediate and salary ranges from $48,479 to $90,277 per year.

Qualifications

• New York State certification in teaching area.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess instruction.
• Strong communication with parents/guardians.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities.
• Develop lesson plans and establish objectives.
• Use technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance.
• Maintain accurate student records.

Skills

Instruction planning

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Technology in instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Classroom Teacher

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: 5923779
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 10, 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 > Elementary

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]