Elementary School Teacher

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 43,650 - 53,350; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School in Rochester, NY is seeking an Elementary Teacher (Wisdom Warrior) to plan, organize, and implement instructional programs that guide students to reach their academic potential.

The candidate will hold a Master’s degree in the content area, NYS teaching certification, and classroom teaching experience, with strong communication and problem‑solving skills and the ability to work with a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in content area preferred.
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred.
• Experience in classroom teaching preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning and delivery to guide student development.
• Classroom management to promote a productive learning environment.
• Assessment and progress monitoring to inform instruction.
• Mentor assigned teachers and maintain records.
• Collaborate with parents and staff to support student success.

Skills

Classroom teaching experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Human relations skills

Diversity and inclusion

Education

Master's degree in content area

NYS Teaching Certification

Job description

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School

Certified - Teaching - Elementary Teacher {ELEM}

Job Number 3300056429

Start Date

Open Date 07/22/2026

Closing Date

Teacher (Wisdom Warrior)

Reports to: Principal

Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in content area preferred
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred
• Experience in classroom teaching preferred
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and human relations skills
• Ability to work with a diverse community

Terms of Employment:

• Starting Salary: $48,500 (Master's Degree & Certified)
• Contract Term: 10 months

Position Description:

The Teacher plans, organizes, and implements instructional programs in a learning environment that guides, inspires, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Rewarding Experience:

Helping students achieve their academic goals and dreams in a supportive learning environment.

Primary Functions:

• Instruction
• Classroom management
• Assessment and intervention

Supervisory Functions:

• Supervise support teachers, interns, and teacher aides as requested

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructional:
• Manage classroom environment to promote student development
• Facilitate student learning and communicate progress
• Provide direct instruction and monitor student progress
• Align curriculum and stay current with teaching methodologies
• Provide students with frequent and accurate behavioral and academic feedback
• Identify students who are academically at risk and execute effective intervention strategies
• Consistently use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• Non-Instructional:
• Mentor assigned teachers
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records
• Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues
• Attend parent/teacher conferences and staff meetings
• Supervise field trips, school clubs, and activities
• Ensure classroom cleanliness and confidentiality of student information
• Related Responsibilities:
• Submit annual plans and implement school policies
• Participate in professional development and home visits
• Attend staff meetings and collaboration sessions
• Critical evaluation and problem-solving
• Planning and organizing
• Conflict management
• Stress tolerance
• Ethical practice

How it Supports the Mission and Vision:

• Promotes academic and social growth of students
• Enhances learning through effective instruction and classroom management
• Supports professional development and collaboration among staff

Job Attachment

Itinerant Location 545 Humboldt, Rochester NY