Anticipated Elementary Teacher - Kindergarten - Probationary Grand Island CSD 1100 Ransom Road Grand Island , NY 14072 Certified - Teaching - Elementary Teacher {ELEM} Job Number 3300051012 Start Date Open Date 02/26/2025 Closing Date 03/09/2025 Employment Start Date: ASAP Work Location: Sidway Elementary Salary: BA Step 1 $46,609.00 per GITA Contract Skills/Abilities Required: + NYS Elementary Certification B-2 + Literacy, SPED and 1-6 Certification also Desired + Knowledge of NYS Learning Standards and curriculum expectations for early learners. + Experience implementing developmentally appropriate instructional practices for young learners. + Strong understanding of phonics, early literacy, and foundational math skills. + Ability to differentiate instruction to support diverse learning needs, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners (ELLs). + Experience with classroom management techniques that foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. + Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with students, families, and staff. + Knowledge of social-emotional learning (SEL) and how to support young children's development. + Familiarity with technology integration in early childhood classrooms. + Commitment to professional growth and ongoing learning. Qualifications/Skills/Abilities Desired: Experience teaching in a kindergarten or early childhood classroom Training in phonics-based reading programs (e.g., UFLI, Fundations, Heggerty) Familiarity with Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) and early childhood best practices Strong communication and organizational skills Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting. Job Attachment View Attachment Salary: From 46609.00 Salary Competitive Y Appointment Status Probationary Position Status Full time Start Date asap Required Certification Type Pre K-6 {3011}, Early Childhood Education Birth - Grade 2 {3013}