CSI High School Science Coach/AIS Teacher - PS 302 Emerson and PS 305 McKinley RB# 25-574

Buffalo Public Schools•Buffalo, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Superintendent of Schools is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of Science Department 0.6 AIS Science Teacher /0.4 Science Coach for Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) High Schools at PS 302 Emerson School of Hospitality and PS 305 McKinley High School. This role involves teaching AIS classes, providing targeted instruction and interventions, and supporting teachers and administrators in the implementation of science programs and standards.

Requirements

At least five years of appropriate and approved teaching experience
New York State certification in Science -Biology
Thorough knowledge of the New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS)
Excellent organizational skills
Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal communication skills
Capability to provide adult professional development and classroom support
Proficiency in the use of technology is required.

Nice To Haves

Dual certification in Biology and Earth science preferred if all things equal.

Responsibilities

Teaching AIS classes
Pulling small groups of students and pushing into classrooms to provide targeted instruction and interventions.
Guiding and assisting teachers and administrators in the implementation of district Science programs
Guiding and assisting teachers with unpacking and understanding NYSSLS
Guiding and assisting teachers with planning lessons, in co-teaching models, by modeling lessons, etc.
Guiding and assisting teachers/teacher teams with planning for AIS lessons, by modeling good practice/structures for small groups, with planning and implementing AIS stations, etc.
Collaborating with, guiding, and assisting teachers in the implementation of best teaching practices and use of instructional technology
Designing, planning, and facilitating professional development on the use of science curriculum and science instruction
Guiding and assisting teachers in the implementation of valid and reliable assessment tools
Assisting teachers with reviewing and analyzing student data to assist in determining appropriate student interventions and necessary program modifications
Assisting with the development of action plans based on data, and supporting this implementation
Intensively monitoring science programs, strategies, and materials for students who are performing below grade level
Coordinating schoolwide Regents readiness systems, including diagnostics, intervention group formation, progress monitoring, tutoring plans, and data reviews
Supporting the use of technology (curriculum online resources, etc.)
Building teacher capacity through coaching and professional learning
Other duties as assigned by the Science Department or building Principal.