Elementary Classroom Teacher

Utica City School District•Utica, NY

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utica City School District is accepting applications for NYS Certified Elementary Teachers. The Utica City School District’s mission is to ensure that all students succeed and are well-rounded, with knowledge, skills, and character to be productive members of society. The District’s vision is that students can reach their goals and find academic success through a variety of pathways and with different levels of support. The Utica City School District serves a community of approximately 64,500 city residents in an urban and multi-cultural environment with a current enrollment of roughly 9,644 students in its 13 schools. The District’s greatest asset is its diversity, with more than 50 languages spoken and 16% of students being English language learners. The District’s elementary schools integrate a vibrant curriculum across all grade levels and subject areas, aligning with the New York State Learning Standards. The District is also investing in the realignment of math goals, instruction and curriculum to focus on research-based best practices in mathematics that are proven to increase student performance outcomes. In all subject areas, there is an understanding that developing foundational skills will support students in bridging gaps in learning. Students are provided with a well-rounded curriculum focused on fostering academic and social/emotional competencies that will carry them through their academic career.