High 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 seeks a Teacher (Wisdom Warrior) to plan, organize, and deliver instructional programs, guiding students to achieve academic potential.

The role reports to the Principal, is exempt, and requires a Master's degree in the content area with NYS certification preferred, plus classroom teaching experience and strong communication skills. Starting salary is competitive for a 10-month term with opportunities to mentor staff.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement instructional programs in a learning environment that guides, inspires, and encourages students.
• Manage classroom environment to promote student development and alignment with curriculum.
• Provide direct instruction, monitor progress, and communicate student progress to families.
• Apply current teaching methodologies and assess data to refine curriculum and instruction.
• Mentor assigned teachers and supervise interns/teacher aides as requested.
• Maintain accurate grade and attendance records and communicate with students, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Human relations

Diversity/community engagement

Education

Master's degree in content area

NYS Teaching Certification

Job description

Buffalo/Rochester Academy of Science Charter School

Certified - Area - High School

Job Number 3300056437

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Open Date

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

Salary Competitive Y

Start Date 08/17/2026

Contact Person's Title Principal

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