Teacher Building Brighter Futures

Teacher for Building Brighter Futures

Major:
Building Brighter Futures Teacher – Best Self Behavioral Health
Hiring for  School Year. 1,000 positions open.

Location &

Hours:

• Elmwood Village Charter School – 3:15 pm to 6:00 pm
• Buffalo United Charter School – 2:15 pm to 5:15 pm

Employment details:

• Per Diem position
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Starting rate: $25 per hour
• Part‑time,
  Entry level

• Cooperate with school staff and Site Coordinator regarding academic curriculum and information.
• Plan, implement and assist in high‑quality educational activities for participants for an average of 10‑15 hours a week during the program year.
• Provide and engage students in the after‑school program with a planned academic curriculum.
• Set rules and expectations with students.
• Provide and maintain a learning environment that is safe, comfortable and encourages learning.
• Monitor the alignment of curriculum goals and objectives with the academic segment of the after‑school program.
• Provide alternative activities, worksheets, projects and tasks for students to complete before the end of program.
• Track academic progress of enrolled students including homework, behavior and grades.
• Communicate any needs, issues or positive feedback to the Site Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve.

• Knowledge of academic objectives and program goals in the Building Brighter Futures after‑school program.
• Adequate knowledge of the BPS curriculum.
• Demonstrated record of effective academic results with academically challenged students.
• Recognized interest in developing authentic and meaningful professional relationships with youth who struggle academically.
• Demonstrated record of improved academic results for students in current assignment.
• Willingness to work with the lowest 50% of the student population.

• Availability between 2:00 pm and 6:00 pm dependent on location.
• Non‑building staff members typically arrive 30–60 minutes before the after‑school program begins (program hours vary by each school site).

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, education, human services or a related field (master’s preferred).
• New York State Teacher certification (preferred).
• Two years direct experience working with children preferably in an educational setting.
• Pay commensurate with education and licensing/certifications.

• Industry: Mental Health Care
• Job function:
  Education and Training