Math Teacher (Grade 7)

Reach Academy; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

REACH Academy is seeking a dedicated Math Teacher for Grade 7 in Buffalo, NY. The role involves creating engaging lesson plans, evaluating student performance, and fostering a supportive learning environment. The school offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a family-like atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have a passion for urban education and a commitment to high academic standards.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

Paid Family Leave Benefits

403B Plans

All student and teacher supplies covered

Qualifications

• Preferred NYS professional teaching certificate or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in subject area, Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engaging lesson plans and instruct students based on REACH curriculum.
• Evaluate student performance and maintain up-to-date records.
• Develop effective teaching tools and methods for mathematics.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Flexibility

Teamwork

Passion for Urban Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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At REACH Academy Charter School we offer some great benefits and perks!

Our school days runs for 6:50AM - 2:30PM (one day a week until 4:30 for planning)

REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.

We have a very competitive salary scale that pays higher than most local districts. Our starting salary for a 1st year teacher with no prior experience starts at $45,000, with valid teaching certification and $40,000 if working towards teaching certification. Salary increases with years of prior experience. Will give up to 10 years of prior credit.

REACH pays 80% of health, dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%

REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage

REACH participates in the NYS Teachers Retirement System

REACH offer Paid Family Leave Benefits

REACH pays for all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year

REACH offers 403B Plans

Required

Required Knowledge and Skills for Open Positions at REACH

• Executes the mission of REACH Academy Charter School including high academic achievement, the application of critical thinking skills and ethical standards to learning, and living and problem solving through individual teaching and learning practices;
• Believes that every child can and will achieve high academic standards and provide consistent support to students no matter how challenging the individual situation may be;
• Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in English;
• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of REACH community;
• Commitment to equity and inclusion;
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs;
• Ability to be flexible, open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and task;
• Commitment to work and contribute to a team;
• Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;
• Excellent attendance and punctuality;
• A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;
• Have a passion for Urban Education;
• Have knowledge of New York State Next Generation Mathematics Standards;
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards
  
  

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans that engage, stimulate and instruct students including small group center based instruction;
• Instruct students based on the REACH curriculum and utilize available instructional technologies in the classroom;
• Regularly evaluate student performance, and monitor for achievement of state standards;
• Maintain up-to-date records of assessment, attendance, planning, reports, conferences, and
  
  

communication with parents;

• Work with students individually if they need extra help and support in their math coursework;
• Develop flexible, effective teaching tools and methods to help students learn mathematics;
• Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality;
• Provide a classroom management plan ensuring safety at all times;
• Execute daily lesson plans for all assigned blocks;
• Implement all REACH routines and procedures with fidelity;
• Submit lesson plans and unit plans in a timely manner;
• Actively participate in all professional development and coaching sessions as well as weekly team planning;
• Incorporate feedback from coaches in a timely manner;
• Consistently analyze scholar data and engage in self-reflection on practices;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.
  
  

Qualifications/Education and/or Experience

It is preferred but not required teachers hold a NYS professional teaching certificate in their subject area or be eligible for reciprocity to include (1) Minimum Bachelor's degree in subject area to be taught, Master's Degree preferred; (2) Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability preferred ; (3) Belief in and alignment with REACH Academy Charter School core beliefs and educational philosophy; (4) Valid New York State Certification, except in cases where the Head of School shall make an exception under the terms of this Policy, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Salary

In accordance with REACH Academy Charter School's salary step scale and verification of prior years of teaching. Step 1 starts at $45,000 and Step 11 is $65,830. You must have a valid teaching certificate to start on the salary steps or be working towards completion of certification. If uncertified working towards certification salary starts at $40,000

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Salary Competitive : Y

Position Status : Full time

Start Date : 08/112025

Contact Person's Name : Amie Caster

Contact Person's Title : Director of Operations

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Contact Person's Email : [e-mail]

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