2026 Summer School - Special Education Teacher - High School RB# 25-379

Title:2026 Summer School - Special Education Teacher - High School RB# 25-379

ID:10328

Department:Special Education

Location:School Location

Division:Instructional

Type:Teacher

Description

BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14202

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN # 25-379 2026 SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER HIGH SCHOOL MARCH 27, 2026

NOTICE OF POSITION

POSITION:? Superintendent, Dr .Pascal Mubenga, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

HIGH SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER SUMMER 2026 LOCATIONS, TIMES, and DATES: ? Subject to change according to the needs of the district. Travel: Travel between sites may be required in order to meet the needs of the district Grades 9-12 High School Program: Full Day (7.25 hours: daily rate-1/200th)

LOCATIONS:

197, 198, 206, 208, 305, 363 (subject to change)

TIME:

8:00-3:15 (7.25 hours)

DATES:

Setup: Friday, July 10

Instruction : July 13 -August 13

(Monday -Thursdays only)

Grading/Regents Setup : Monday, August 18

Regents : August 18 & 19 (Days and times needed will be determined by school)

Scoring : August 20, 21, and 24th or until exams are scored (Location/Days/Times dependent on need and certification)

*Teachers will instruct four (4) one (1) hour periods and have a one (1) hour duty period, which may be divided based on scheduling needs. Teachers will also have one (1) prep period and a lunch break.

APPLICATION:? Candidates who wish to be considered should complete an application on the Buffalo Schools website? HOW TO APPLY:? Click the "APPLY" button at the bottom of this page to?start your application.? Once the application is completed, click the?"Submit"?button.? Your application will be kept on file for one year. Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. (Be sure to check your junk and spam mail.)? If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received.? You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email. QUALIFICATIONS:? Candidates must be New York State or Buffalo certified in the tenure area for which they are applying to teach.??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.? Please upload a copy of your NYS certification(s) . Ensure that your name is visible, as well as your certification area(s) . We will accept a screenshot from your NYS Teach account or you can upload using the physical document.?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. JOB SUMMARY: Position requires the planning, organization, and implementation of the appropriate instructional program to address the learning needs of the students; to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their potential in both curricular and extracurricular activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Plan, prepare and deliver age appropriate instructional activities that facilitate engaging and effective learning experiences.

• Develop lesson plans and prepare for class activities.

• 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.

• 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 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 summer school program.

• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians to monitor student participation.

• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

• Attend scheduled meetings and professional development as scheduled by the building representative.

• Integrate enrichment activities that provide opportunities for students to pursue learning in their areas of interest and strengths.

This recruitment bulletin in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or supervisor. Buffalo Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this recruitment bulletin and related duties at any time without prior notice.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please review the dates carefully. FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE STUDENTS AND CONTINUITY OF THE PROGRAM, 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. APPOINTMENT: Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service.? Personal interviews shall be scheduled where appropriate.

SALARY:? TBD

FUND #:?????Pending Funding

FINAL DATE FOR FILING:????APRIL 17, 2026

DR.PASCAL MUBENGA SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS

T he Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to [email protected] or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579.