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What they do
A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.
$68,277 / year median in New York
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Classroom Teacher
Westminster Community Charter School
Westminster Community Charter School - Buffalo, New York This job is also posted in www.wnyric.org/application, and Westminster Community Charter School
Job Details
Job ID:
5923779
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Job Overview
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.
Responsibilities
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 school 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 school community meetings and professional development activities as appropriate.
Stay current with most recent developments in appropriate subject area as initiated by the school.
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
Requirements
Candidates must be New York State certified in the area for which they are applying to teach.
Employee Benefits
Participation in the New York State Teacher Retirement System
Supplemental retirement option
Dependent Care and Health Care Flexible Spending Account options
Health insurance benefit and salary determined through collective bargaining of the Buffalo Teacher's Federation (BTF)
Afternoon, evening, and weekend programming opportunities for additional pay
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$48,479 to $90,277 Per Year
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance