ELA Teacher (9-12)

Erie 1 BOCES

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 55,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Generous paid time off

New York State retirement system

Job summary

The Charter School for Applied Technologies in Buffalo, NY seeks a qualified English Language Arts teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role is full-time, 10-month exempt, with responsibilities across instruction, assessment, and collaboration within a High School team.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Education, two years of classroom experience, three positive recommendations, and a valid English Language Arts certification. Competitive salary range listed: 43,000 to 55,000.

Qualifications

Must have completed Bachelors in Education degree program and have completed all required student teaching experiences
Must have at least two years of classroom experience with a satisfactory rating
Must have three (3) positive recommendations from professional individuals
Strong background in classroom instruction and pedagogical skills
Highly organized and independent worker with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
PLC model experience (Professional Learning Communities)
Superior skills to work with others and the ability of being a team player

Responsibilities

Communicate knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner
Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse student needs
Establish and manage student-directed classrooms with independent and group work
Develop and use rubrics for instruction and assessment
Integrate technology into instructional program and professional activities
Coach/mentor team members and collaborate on curriculum and planning

Skills

Classroom instruction

Teamwork

Pedagogical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Job description

Our Mission

The Charter School for Applied Technologies prepares students to attain family-sustaining careers by integrating career exploration and a lifelong learning culture.

POSITION: ELA Teacher

SCHOOL YEAR: 2026-27

REPORTS TO: High School Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt/10 month

Our Mission: The Charter School for Applied Technologies prepares students to attain family-sustaining careers by integrating career exploration and a lifelong learning culture.

The Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) opened its doors in 2001 as a 700-student school serving grades K-6. Today, CSAT is a busy campus consisting of three distinct buildings (Elementary, Middle and High Schools), that host approximately 2,300 students from 19 different school districts throughout WNY.

Why CSAT?

We are a team inspired by our mission of preparing students to attain family-sustaining careers. If you are looking for a supportive culture providing professional development, training, and mentorship, this could be the place for you! Working as part of a team, you can make a positive and profound difference in the lives of the students we serve. Offering extensive classroom support and assistance with curriculum and instruction, we seek ambitious, creative, and dedicated staff to help make our vision a reality.

We offer outstanding healthcare benefits, a supportive work environment, generous paid time off and are part of the New York State retirement system.

Job Summary

The CSAT teacher is responsible for communicating knowledge to students in an interesting, stimulating, and effective manner. Teacher must use a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources to present material to students. The teacher will work as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, and teaching responsibilities. Teachers will administer different forms of student assessments, communicate with parents and other team members about student progress, and plan for further instruction. They will be reflective about their own practice and act as a coach for their team members when necessary. Teachers will work to integrate technology into their teaching and professional activities.

Curriculum:
- Implement school and district policies and procedures
- Implement CSAT school performance standards
- Collaborate with team on curriculum and students needs
- Create and work toward ongoing communication with parents.
- Work on curriculum development, in addition to Implementation
- Integrate technology into instructional program and demonstrate professional use
- Act as a coach/mentor to other teachers on the team in areas of personal expertise
Instruction
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate the needs of the student populations
- Establish, nurture, and manage student-directed classrooms in which students are working both independently and in groups to supplement and enhance the curriculum
- Develop and use rubrics for instruction and assessment for evaluating products and performances
- Use technology tools for instruction, planning communication
- Learn new uses and applications of technology tools
Classroom Management and Family/School Involvement
- Create and manage a responsive learning environment that enables students to feel safe, to be creative, and to develop to their full potential
Professional Responsibilities
- Write, implement, and evaluate your own professional development plans develop to their full potential
- Develop family-school relationships that foster the academic and social development of the child

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Must have completed Bachelors in Education degree program and have completed all required student teaching experiences
Must have at least two years of classroom experience with a satisfactory rating
Must have three (3) positive recommendations from professional individuals
Strong background in classroom instruction and pedagogical skills
Highly organized and independent worker with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
PLC model experience (Professional Learning Communities)
Superior skills to work with others and the ability of being a team player

Appointment Status

Permanent

Position Status

Full time

Start Date

ASAP

Required Certification Type(s)

English Language Arts 5013

Additional Job Information

Proof of certification required.

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