2026 Summer School (ESY) - Remedial Speech Teacher - #79, #94, #93 RB# 25-547

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Buffalo Public School District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Remedial Speech Teacher for the Summer 2026 Special Education Extended School Year (ESY). This is a full-time position with classes held from July 6 to August 14, 2026. A teacher set-up/orientation day is scheduled for July 1, 2026. The role involves planning, preparing, and delivering virtual and/or in-person instructional activities, developing lesson plans, establishing clear learning objectives, and maintaining accurate records of student progress. Teachers will utilize district technology, observe and evaluate student performance, provide feedback, and foster communication with parents/guardians. Travel between sites may be required, and teachers may need to provide remote instruction. Candidates must be available for the full duration of the program.

Requirements

New York State or Buffalo certified in the tenure area in which they are applying to work (ie- Speech, Vision, Hearing).
Candidates must attach a PDF or a screenshot of their certifications.
Teachers are expected to serve the full term of the program.
By applying and accepting this position, you are agreeing to work the FULL duration of the program.
Candidates for Buffalo Public Schools Summer School are eligible to work for ONLY ONE of the summer programs.

Nice To Haves

Priority in the selection of teachers will be given to qualified permanent/ tenured/probationary/temporary Buffalo Public School teachers in order of summer school seniority.
Summer 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.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver virtual and/or in person, age appropriate instructional activities that facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences.
Develop lesson plans and prepare for class activities in virtual and/or in person modes.
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.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of virtual and/or in person learning materials and equipment.
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 virtual and/or in person environment to promote high student engagement by establishing classroom rules and maintain student behavior.
Cooperate with and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the virtual and/or in person summer school program.
Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians to monitor virtual and/or in person student participation.
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.
Attend scheduled virtual and/or in person meetings and professional development as scheduled by the building representative.