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Earth Science Teacher (9-12)- JFK High School

Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District, John F. Kennedy High School

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 combining character education with a curriculum based on critical thinking. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners who are best prepared for college, careers, and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:

• Be responsible for teaching Regents Earth Science and the accompanying lab requirements
• Observe and evaluate students' performance in meeting expectations of the NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards
• 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
• Provide lessons that increase student engagement, specifically, increasing student voice and discussion in the classroom
• Establish and maintain a classroom culture grounded in restorative practices, emphasizing strong relationships, student voice, accountability, and community
• Provide a nurturing, supportive, and positive learning environment with high expectations that encourage student responsibility and leadership
• Use a variety of formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and provide timely, actionable feedback
• Participate in ongoing professional development and stay abreast of current topics in education
• Work collaboratively with administrators, department chairs, and colleagues to create a positive work environment that promotes student achievement
• Serve as an active member of our professional learning community in and outside of the district
• Embrace the District's Vision of Educating the Whole Child
• Knowledge of technology and its application in the classroom
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or her designee

Requirements:

• NYSED Certification in Earth Science (grades 7-12)

Application Procedure:

Apply online at www.wnyric.org, and attach a cover letter, resume, certification, transcripts, and three current letters of reference or submit all materials 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

Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting.

Job Attachment

Salary From: 45729.00

Salary Competitive: Y

Appointment Status: Probationary

Start Date: 08/27/2026

Required Certification Type: Earth Sci 7-12 {5070}

Contact Person's Name: Andrea L. Galenski

Contact Person's Title: Superintendent of Schools

Spanish Teacher (6-8)- JFK Middle School

Position Title: Secondary Spanish Teacher, Probationary

Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District, John F. Kennedy Middle/High School

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 the unique needs and talents of all students by integrating character education with a critical-thinking curriculum. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners who are well prepared for college, careers, and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:

• Develop and implement engaging and innovative lesson plans that align with the Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Standards
• 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:

• Language other than English, Spanish Certification (7-12)

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 Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Ave., Sloan, NY 14212

Application Deadline: July 10, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: August 27, 2026

Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting.

Job Attachment

Salary From: 45729.00

Salary Competitive: Y

Appointment Status: Probationary

Start Date: 08/27/2026

Required Certification Type: Spanish 7-12 {5150}

Contact Person's Name: Andrea L. Galenski

Contact Person's Title: Superintendent of Schools

School Psychologist (prek-12)- District

Position Title: Probationary K-12 School Psychologist

Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District

Salary/Pay Scale: $45,729 (+ $2,200 Master's) Per the CSUFSD TAC Contract

The successful candidate will:

In the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD, the faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a positive 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 become a lifelong learner, best prepared for college, career, and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, student observations, and diagnostic assessments for children across grades K-12 exhibiting a wide range of abilities and learning styles
• Write clear, compliant, and comprehensive psychological reports that translate complex psychometric data into actionable classroom recommendations
• Facilitate CSE, CPSE, and 504 meetings, guiding multi-disciplinary teams through eligibility determinations, accommodations, and program placements
• Design and execute Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) to identify the root causes of challenging classroom behaviors
• Formulate and monitor evidence-based Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) to support student emotional regulation and maximize instructional time
• Actively participate in Child Study and Intervention Team meetings, bringing collaborative problem-solving insight to pre-referral cases
• Collect and interpret student and classroom data to accurately assess educational progress and evaluate environmental impacts on learning
• Implement Response to Intervention (RTI) protocols, leveraging robust data collection methods to guide multi-tiered academic and behavioral interventions
• Maintain meticulous records of students' special education reports, progress monitoring metrics, and services provided
• Training in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) is preferred
• Maintain a safe, supportive learning environment
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or her designee

Requirements:

• NYSED Certification as School Psychologist
• Experience in a K-12 setting is preferred
• Ability to facilitate CSE, CPSE, and 504 meetings and make decisions that are in the best interest of the students

Application Procedure:

Apply online at www.wnyric.org, and attach a cover letter, resume, certification, transcripts, and three current letters of reference, or submit all of the above 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

Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting.

Job Attachment

Salary From: 45729.00

Salary Competitive: Y

Appointment Status: Probationary

Start Date: 08/27/2026

Required Certification Type: School Psychologist {2070}

Contact Person's Name: Andrea L. Galenski

Contact Person's Title: Superintendent of Schools

Teacher of English as a New Language (ENL), K-12

Location: Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District (CSUFSD), District-wide K-12

Salary/Pay Scale: $45,729 (+ $2,200 Master's Degree) Per the CSUFSD TAC Contract

Position Summary/Purpose:

In the Cheektowaga-Sloan UFSD, the faculty and staff are dedicated to creating a positive learning environment that recognizes the unique needs and talents of all students by integrating character education with a critical-thinking curriculum. The emphasis is on teaching the whole child to create lifelong learners best prepared for college, careers, and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES & SKILLS:

• Design, plan, and deliver high-quality, differentiated instruction aligned with state English Language Development standards to meet the diverse linguistic and academic needs of English Language Learners (ELLs)
• Utilize research-based, co-teaching strategies (e.g., integrated and standalone ENL models) in collaboration with content-area teachers to ensure equitable curriculum access
• Deep knowledge of second language acquisition theories, literacy development, and specialized instructional methodologies for multilingual learners
• Implement continuous formative and summative assessments to monitor language acquisition progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly
• Administer, analyze, and interpret district and state language proficiency assessments to evaluate student progress, adjust instruction, and ensure learners meet language acquisition targets
• Establish a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom culture rooted in restorative practices that encourages multilingual learners to fully participate in the school community
• Serve as an active, engaged member of the CSUFSD professional learning community, collaborating on school-wide initiatives, data analysis, and continuous improvement
• Perform other related duties as assigned by school leadership and supervisors to support the overall success of the ENL program
• Serve as a role model for students, staff, and the community by setting high expectations for learners and supporting them in reaching their goals
• Other duties as assigned by supervisors

Requirements:

• NYS Certification of Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages

Preferred

• Dual certification of Elementary +/or Secondary Education is preferred, but not required.

Job Attachment

Salary From: 45729.00

Salary To: 45729.00

Salary Competitive: Y

Start Date: 08/27/2026

Additional Job Information
Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.wnyric.org, and attach a letter of interest, current resume, academic transcripts, copy of certifications, and at least 3 current letters of reference, or submit all of the required materials to:
Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski, Superintendent of Schools, 166 Halstead Ave., Sloan, NY 14212.

Application Deadline: July 5,2026
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.

Contact Person's Name: Mrs. Andrea L. Galenski

Contact Person's Title: Superintendent of Schools