Science Teacher

Buffalo Creek Academy is a public charter middle school located at 528 South Park Ave. We are currently building our team of dynamic, talented, goal-oriented professionals who are ready to sharpen minds! We will work together as we prepare our students to graduate from college and positively impact our community. We are currently seeking a pioneer to be our Science Teacher.

Our Approach:

At Buffalo Creek Academy, we remain steadfast in our belief in the potential of every child and in our LIFE values:

• Leadership - Positively influencing those around us
• Integrity - Having the courage to do the right thing
• Focus - Having the academic endurance required to achieve higher everyday
• Excellence - Showing dedication to academic our success and to our community

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At Buffalo Creek Academy, our motto is "Sharpen the Mind, Carve the Path." We believe that our work is larger than any individual and that only teamwork will allow us to sharpen the minds of each student and equip them with the LIFE values required to carve-their-paths!

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

SALARY: Starting at $49K
Job Attachment : View Attachment
Salary: From : 49000.00
Appointment Status : Annual Contract
Position Status : Full time
Start Date : 08/19/2024
Contact Person's Name : Erin Lawson
Contact Person's Title : Principal
Contact Person's Phone : 716-222-0518
Contact Person's Email : elawson@buffalocreekacademy.org