Elementary Teacher (General Education)
About the role
Buffalo Commons is an academically rigorous, creative, and collaborative K‑8 learning community that uses research‑based practices and innovative programming to close the opportunity gap and prepare a diverse student body to lead successful lives that strengthen their communities. The school provides best‑in‑class academic preparation, supports each child in becoming an ethical decision‑maker, offers tools for thriving in a diverse world, and develops every child's sense of purpose. The organization invests in staff development through individualized coaching, grade‑team collaboration, and robust school‑wide professional development, while maintaining an equity lens, candid feedback, and a culture that values each individual as a whole.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement curricula that meet student needs.
- Differentiate instruction for a diverse student body.
- Monitor and report students' academic and social progress.
- Build strong relationships with student families.
- Create opportunities for students to engage in the community.
- Collaborate with grade‑team and co‑teacher to establish foundational teaching and learning systems.
- Report to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
- Certification in teaching area (strongly preferred).
- Track record of success in raising student achievement.
- Experience in an urban charter school (preferred).
- Practical written, oral, and visual communication skills.
Pay
Salary range: $40,000 – $90,000 (competitive).
Location: 833 Michigan Ave.