Job Description
Elementary School Teacher
(K-2, exact grade TBD)
Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District, Theodore Roosevelt Elementary (Prek-2, exact grade level TBD)
Salary/Pay Scale: $45,729 (+ $2,200 Master's) per the CSUFSD TAC Contract
Position Summary/Purpose In the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD, the faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a positive, student-centered learning environment that recognizes all students' unique needs and talents by integrating character education with a critical-thinking curriculum. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners who are best prepared for college, careers, and beyond.
Responsibilities \& Skills
- Design and deliver standards-aligned instruction across all content areas, with a strong emphasis on literacy development
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Science of Reading, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, and apply this knowledge to daily instruction
- Implement structured, systematic, and explicit literacy instruction aligned to evidence-based reading practices
- Utilize explicit instruction techniques, including clear learning targets, modeling, guided practice, and frequent checks for understanding
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, social, and emotional needs of all learners, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners
- Establish and maintain a classroom culture grounded in restorative practices, emphasizing strong relationships, student voice, accountability, and community
- Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and provide timely, actionable feedback
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student performance and progress
- Integrate instructional technology purposefully to enhance student engagement and learning
- Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and support staff to improve instructional practices and student outcomes
- Actively participate in grade-level, school, and district meetings, and engage in ongoing professional learning
- Communicate effectively and consistently with students, families, and colleagues to support student success
- Model professionalism by maintaining high expectations for all learners and supporting them in reaching their full potential
- Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or her designee
Requirements and Qualifications:
- NYS Certification in Elementary Education is required
- Experience as a primary classroom teacher preferred
Application Procedure :
Apply online at www.wnyric.org , and attach a cover letter, resume, certification, transcripts, and 3 current letters of reference, or submit all of the required materials directly to: Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Ave., Sloan, NY 14212
Application Deadline
- July 10, 2026
Anticipated Start Date
- August 27, 2026
The Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity or the status of being transgender), sexual orientation, disability, age, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic-violence-victim status, criminal arrest or conviction record, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws.
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Job Attachment : View Attachment
Salary: From : 45729.00
Salary Competitive : Y
Appointment Status : Probationary
Start Date : 08/27/2026
Required Certification Type : Elementary Education
Contact Person's Name : Andrea L. Galenski
Contact Person's Title : Superintendent of Schools