Upper Elementary Teacher

Young World Physical Education; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New York State Teachers' Retirement

Health, vision, dental benefits

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Rochester Academy Charter School (RACS) is seeking a qualified Upper Elementary Teacher for grades 3-5 for the 26-27 school year. This full-time contract position includes a supportive team and a mentoring program, with a schedule from 7:15 to 3:15 and strong student-care support.

Candidates should hold NYS certification (or be pursuing it); a Bachelor's Degree in Education is required, with master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• New York State certification required or pending; substantial pay increase for NYS certification.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or completion of a teacher certification program.
• Salary based on certification status, years of experience, and master’s degree achievement.

Responsibilities

• Teach upper elementary grades (3-5) in a departmentalized setup with 1–2 subject specialties.
• Maintain small class sizes with up to 25 students and participate in grade-level collaboration.
• Support student care and work with leadership and a mentoring program.

Skills

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Mentoring program

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

New York State teaching certification

Job description

Upper Elementary Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5880760

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description

Rochester Academy Charter School (RACS) is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Upper ElementaryGrade (3-5) Teacher for the 26-27 school year. This is a full-time contract position.

Candidates should expect:

• Small class size- Max 25 students
• Departmentalized grade level- homeroom and only 1-2 subjects to specialize in
• A supportive grade level and leadership team
• Support for challenging situations with a dedicated Student Care Staff
• New York State Teachers' Retirement
• Early School schedule- 7:15-3:15
• Mentoring program

Qualifications

Ideal candidates will possess New York State certification, substaintial pay increase for NYS certification. Candidates with out-of-state certification will be considered. Experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Education or have completed a teacher certification program.Salary will be calculated based on status of certification, years of experience, andaccomplishment of a Master's Degree.

Our school

Rochester Academy Charter School (RACS) is a public charter school, primarily serving students from the city of Rochester. Over 90% of our students identify as an individual of color. We are a college preparatory school and use data to determine how best to foster student growth, this includes NYS test data. RACS seeks to prepare all graduates for active citizenship.

Ideal candidates share in the beliefs that all students have the right to high-quality education and that restorative practices apply to all members of the school community. We are seeking teachers who are self-directed, committed, and independent. RACS teachers are team players who work collaboratively, including when planning curriculum. Candidates should know or be ready to learn responsive lesson planning practices.

Benefits

RACS offers full benefits to employees including New York State Teachers' Retirement, health, vision, and dental benefits. Enhanced benefits include life insurance and short-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.

We are a Title I school, so candidates are eligible for the TEACH grant and Public Service Loan forgiveness. In addition, RACS will support teachers and staff with tuition assistance when pursuing a degree relevant to their work.

At RACS we offer families a chance to decide the best course for their child’s educational journey. Join the cutting edge of school reform in Rochester!

Application process

Applications are reviewed regularly and interviews are scheduled on a rolling basis, as candidates apply their applications will be reviewed. Fully completed packets are preferred.

Salary range is based on a certified candidate. We are not currently accepting international applications.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $50,000 to $69,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cyndy Belfield , Principal
• Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]