General Education Teacher

ELMWOOD VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOLS 2; Eggertsville (NY); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Résumé du poste

Elmwood Village Charter School seeks an Elementary General Education Teacher to deliver differentiated literacy and math instruction aligned with New York State standards. The role emphasizes a positive, inclusive classroom culture and data-driven planning to support student growth.

The teacher will collaborate with instructional coaches, ENL and SPED staff, and families to ensure all students reach their potential in a diverse urban setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• NY State Teaching Certification (Initial or Professional) in Childhood or Early Childhood Education.
• Experience in urban or charter settings valued.
• Strong collaboration and communication with families and colleagues.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and student agency.

Responsabilités

• Plan and deliver core subject instruction aligned with NYS standards.
• Implement Responsive Classroom to build a positive classroom culture.
• Use formal and informal assessments to monitor progress and inform instruction.
• Collaborate with coaches, ENL, SPED staff, and interventionists to support students.

Connaissances

Differentiated instruction

Responsive Classroom

Assessment & Data

Collaboration

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

New York State Teaching Certification (Initial or Professional)

Description du poste

Job Description: Elementary General Education TeacherSchool: Elmwood Village Charter School (EVCS)Location: Buffalo, NY (Hertel or Days Park Campus)Status: Full-Time / ExemptReports to: Building PrincipalAbout Elmwood Village Charter SchoolThe Elmwood Village Charter Schools provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions.The RoleWe are looking for a dedicated and creative Elementary General Education Teacher who is passionate about urban education. You will be responsible for fostering a classroom culture that is inclusive, academically challenging, and grounded in the EVCS mission.Key ResponsibilitiesInstructional Excellence: Plan and deliver EVCS’ curriculum through engaging, differentiated lessons in all core subjects aligned with New York State Standards.Classroom Culture: Implement Responsive Classroom techniques to build a positive and orderly classroom culture. Manage classroom transitions and student behavior with empathy and consistency.Assessment & Data: Use formal and informal assessments to track student progress, adjust instruction, and provide meaningful feedback to students and families.Collaboration: Work closely with Instructional Coaches, grade level colleagues, special education teachers, and academic interventionists to ensure students—including ENL students and students with IEPs—reach their full potential.Professional Growth: Participate in weekly coaching PLC meetings, observation and feedback cycles, and professional development sessions to continuously refine your craft.Qualifications & RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).Certification: Valid New York State Teaching Certification (Initial or Professional) in Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) or Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) commensurate with specific vacancy level.Experience: Previous experience in an urban school setting or a charter environment is highly valued.Collaboration: Exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, team-oriented school environment.Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for documentation and parent outreach, an ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.Philosophy: Deep alignment with the EVCS mission, including a commitment to fostering equity, inclusion, and student agency.Resilience: A proactive, \"can-do\" attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced school environment.What We OfferCompetitive salary commensurate with experience. (Salary range $40,000-$55,000)Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Plan with New York State Teachers Retirement System).A supportive, mission-driven school culture.Opportunities for professional development and collaborative planning time.The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of students in the Buffalo community.