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Job ID: 5447422

Job Description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Design and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction that adheres to research-based literacy practices and standards using a variety of teaching methods to meet the diverse learning needs and styles of students

+ Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 literacy intervention services for students

+ Utilize data and assessments to determine and provide literacy supports for students

+ Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners

+ Engage in professional learning opportunities

+ Create a positive, inclusive, learning environment where all students feel supported

+ Assess and monitor student progress, providing timely feedback and evidence-based literacy interventions

+ Communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues regarding student progress

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

+ NYS Certification in Literacy (B-12) preferred or Literacy (B-6) required

+ Experience teaching Reading, preferably grades K-4

+ Knowledge, skill, and confidence with NYS Next Generation ELA Learning Standards

+ Ability to implement highly effective curriculum, teaching, and assessment programs

+ Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with all stakeholders

+ Demonstrated ability to motivate and instruct students

+ Understanding of how to appropriately place students for intervention

+ Demonstrated experience effectively using technology

+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills

+ A commitment to professional development and continuous learning

PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS:

+ Successful teaching experience in the area of literacy

+ Evidence of student growth

+ A demonstrated record of professional learning

+ Prior professional learning in evidence-based literacy strategies and knowledge of Science of Reading research

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

SALARY: $47,200 - $52,700

Per WTA Contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 1, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal: District employees (Probationary and tenured teachers requesting a transfer within their current tenure area, Teaching Assistants who are currently fully certified in the appropriate tenure area) may apply by submitting a letter of interest to Human Resources with a copy to the building principal. The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day on December 1, 2025.

External: All others (including part-time teachers, teachers applying outside of their current tenure area, regular subs, and per diem subs) should fill out an online application at Williamsville.SchoolSpring.com and then apply to appropriate posting. If you have any questions, you may contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher, Reading/Literacy

Salary: $47,200.00 to $52,700.00 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Lynn Clark

105 Casey Road

East Amherst, New York 14501

Phone: 716-626-8053

Email: [email protected]