Social Studies Teacher Temporary

Buffalo Public Schools; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Public Schools invites applications for a temporary Social Studies Teacher position, aimed at fostering student engagement and development. The role encompasses planning and implementing instructional strategies to cater to diverse learning needs.

Qualified candidates are expected to hold New York State or Buffalo certifications and to be adept at managing classroom dynamics while delivering engaging lessons. The application process includes documentation of credentials and interviews scheduled as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified to teach in New York State and preferably in Buffalo.
• Ability to plan and implement engaging lessons.
• Experience with managing classroom behavior and activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instructional activities to facilitate active learning.
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress.
• Prepare and grade assessments and assignments.

Skills

New York State certification

Buffalo certification

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Use of educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Social Studies Teacher Temporary

The Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Pascal Mubenga, invites applications for the position of Social Studies Teacher Temporary.

Qualifications

Candidates must be New York State or Buffalo certified in the tenure area for which they are applying to teach. It is required that candidates attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications. Preference will be given to applicants with current City of Buffalo residency.

Job Summary

Position requires the planning, organization, and implementation of the appropriate instructional program to address the learning needs of the students; to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their potential in both curricular and extracurricular activities.

Essential Duties

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Prepare classroom for class activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Identify and utilize different instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Provide for the care and protection of school property.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress.
• Provide guidance to students which will promote educational development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures.
• Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate.
• Stay current with most recent developments in appropriate subject area as initiated by the school or district.
• Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the total school program.
• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Appointment

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

Salary

Teacher's salary schedule.

Fund #

Pending Funding

Final Date for Filing

TBD

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation, political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to [e-mail] or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources, 719 City Hall, Buffalo, NY 14202, [phone].