2026 Summer School Full Day ELA Teacher Grades 7 8 RB# 25-382

BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
BUFFALO NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 25-382
2026 SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM/ FULL DAY
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER
GRADES 7- 8
MARCH 27 2026

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION:
The Superintendent Dr. Pascal Mubenga is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

2026 SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM/ FULL DAY
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER
GRADES 7- 8

LOCATIONS TIMESand DATES:Subject to change according totheneeds of the district.
Travel: Travel between sites may berequiredin order tomeet the needs of the district
Grades7-8 MiddleSchool Program:Full Day (7.25 hours: daily rate-1/200th)

Teachers willinstructfour (4) one (1) hour periods and have a one (1) hour duty period which may be divided based on scheduling needs. Teachers will also have one (1) prep period and a lunch break

APPLICATION:
Candidates must complete an application form available on the District website

HOW TO APPLY:
Click the APPLY button at the bottom of this page to start your application. Once the application is completed click the Submit button. Your application will be kept on file for one year.

Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.) If you do not receive a confirmation email we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must be New York State or Buffalo certified in the tenure area for which they are applying to in theselectionof teachers will be given to qualified permanent/ tenured/probationary/temporary Buffalo Public School teachers in order of summer school seniority.Please upload a copy of your NYS certification(s). Ensure that your name is visible as well as your certification area(s). We will accept a screenshot from your NYS Teachaccountor you can upload using the physical school seniority is defined as previous years of BPS summer employment in a classroom setting. Only current and active BPS employees earn summer school seniority.

JOB SUMMARY:
Position requires the planning organization and implementation of theappropriate instructionalprogram 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 age-appropriate instructional activities that facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences.
• Develop lesson plans and prepare for class activities.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Record and take accurate attendance daily for all periods.
• Utilize 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.
• Use relevant district technology to support instruction including but not limited to Schoology Nearpod etc.
• 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 the environment to promote high student engagement by establishing classroom rules and maintaining student behavior.
• Cooperate with and participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of the summer school program.
• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians to monitor student participation.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.
• Attend scheduled meetings and professional development as scheduled by the building representative.
• Integrate enrichment activities that provide opportunities for students to pursue learning in their areas of interest and strengths.

DR. PASCAL MUBENGA
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individuals actual or perceived race color creed religion religious practice national origin ethnic group sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) gender identity sexual orientation (the term sexual orientation means heterosexuality homosexuality bisexuality or asexuality political affiliation age marital status military status veteran status disability weight domestic violence victim status arrest or conviction record genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Districts non-discrimination policies should be directed to or to: Tami Hollie McGee Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo NY 14202 .