STEAM Teacher - Long Term Sub West Buffalo Charter School 113 Lafayette Avenue Buffalo , NY 14213 Certified - Teaching - STEAM Teacher Job Number 3300051077 Start Date Open Date 03/05/2025 Closing Date 03/19/2025 Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting. Position: STEAM Teacher (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) Who we are: West Buffalo Charter School is a K-8 school in Buffalo, NY. Mission: Tomorrow's future leaders are sitting in our classrooms today. With small class sizes, a rigorous curriculum aligned with the NYS Next Generation Learning Standards, and high expectations, West Buffalo Charter School develops an exceptional foundation of literacy skills for all students in grades K-8. West Buffalo Charter School is a place where diversity is celebrated, individual differences are accepted, and student success is maximized. Vision: West Buffalo Charter School is determined to help each student reach his or her fullest potential. Daily instruction contains a unique blend of speech and language skills and intensive literacy instruction. West Buffalo Charter School allows students to explore their interests, establish and maintain positive relationships, and maximize their individual successes. Key Design Elements: West Buffalo Charter School key design elements are as follow: + A small, safe learning community. + High teacher-to-student ratio with small class sizes. K-Grade 4 approx. 20 students & Grade 5-8 approx. 25 students per classroom. + An extended school day and afterschool enrichment opportunities available. + Differentiated and intensive instruction in all academic areas. + Developing each student's language acquisition, literacy, and reading proficiency skills. + Building positive, respectful relationships between staff, students, families, and the community. + Integrating Art, Music, Physical Education, and STEAM to educate the whole child. + Ongoing staff professional development focused on innovative teaching techniques and technology integration. + Partnering with Canisius University and other local organizations to support and enhance student learning. + Providing a robust Social Emotional Learning Program with a full-time School Social Worker and a full-time Art Therapist on staff. + Creating a school committed to excellence in education. What you'll be doing: + Teach K-8 students in weekly STEAM instruction + Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning + Maintain professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field. + Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles + Background in teaching in related area preferred Qualifications: + A bachelor's degree in education or a specific subject area + NYS Certification (preferred) + Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills, as well as the ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and learning needs + Ability to work collaboratively with team members to ensure student success + What you'll enjoy: + A competitive compensation and benefits package + NYS Teacher Retirement (for those eligible) + Ongoing and relevant professional development + Other additional soft benefits + Diverse school community Job Attachment View Attachment Salary: From 200.00