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Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Middle School Social Studies Teacher in Buffalo, New York
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
King Center Charter School
156 Newburgh Avenue
Buffalo , NY 14211
Certified - Teaching - Social Studies Teacher {SS}
Job Number 3300055330
Start Date
Open Date 04/16/2026
Closing Date
Summary:
It is the responsibility of each lead teacher to create a classroom learning environment and culture that is consistent with the Educational Plan. All lead teachers are responsible for the academic, social, and behavioral processes and outcomes of their classroom. KCCS teachers are expected to work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and administration in order to create an outstanding learning culture for their classroom. Lead teachers are also expected to follow all the processes laid out in our charter. We expect all teachers to be flexible and support the needs of the school as other duties arise.
The Middle School Grade Teacher will deliver programs, including lesson planning, delivering whole-group instruction of Middle School, student assistance, parent communication, student discipline, and small group instruction.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Hours: 7:45-3:45, regular attendance
Instruct students in Middle School
Follow key designs for Middle School as aligned in the KCCS charter requirements
Curriculum and lesson planning
Analyze data and implement instruction based on student needs as aligned to Common Core Standards
Other duties as required
Attend and participate in school-wide professional development sessions
Develop positive relationships with parents, students, and KCCS faculty
Follow the classroom schedule created by the Leadership Team
Administer assessments following the KCCS Assessment Calendar
Collect, upload, and analyze all assessment data (upload into PowerSchool and Performance Matters)
Differentiate to meet the needs of all students
Implement CSI Action Plan items
Communicate student data to the leadership team as well as parents and students (data meetings, Parent Teacher Conferences, progress reports, report cards)
Participate in school events and extracurricular activities
Follow school-wide behavior management systems
Adhere to the KCCS Employee and Student/Parent handbook
Establish effective classroom management techniques
Implement all items listed on the KCCS Management Checklist
Establish a safe, clean, organized learning environment free from hazards
Use technology to enhance lesson plans and instruction
Participate in Mentor/Coaching program as necessary
Participate in 8 days of pre-service training at the start of each school year
Keep evidence and artifacts that support the goals in the KCCS accountability plan
All teachers will receive annual reviews at the end of each school year
Qualifications
+ + Master's degree
NY State Middle School Teaching Certificate
Excellent Communication Skills
Proven ability to inspire trust, confidence and motivate students.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
Experience in an urban setting preferred.
Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00005387) for this job posting.
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Salary: From 48216.00
Salary: To 79128.00
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Annual Contract
Start Date 04/16/2026
Additional Job Information
Member of TRS and NYSUT
Contact Person's Name Mariah Kramer
Contact Person's Title Principal
Contact Person's Email MKramer-Dolan@kccs.org