Art Teacher Buffalo Commons Charter School 833 Michigan Avenue Buffalo , NY 14203 Certified - Teaching - Art Teacher {ART} Job Number 3300051847 Start Date Open Date 05/10/2025 Closing Date 11/03/2025 Elementary Art Teacher About Buffalo Commons Buffalo Commons is an academically rigorous, creative, and collaborative K-8 learning community that uses research-based practices and innovative programming to close the opportunity gap and prepare a diverse student body to lead successful lives which strengthen their communities. We provide best-in-class academic preparation, supporting each child in becoming an ethical decision-maker, offering all students the tools they need to thrive in our diverse world, and developing every child's sense of purpose. Our Commitment To You + We invest in you and your development. We support you through individualized coaching, grade-team, and robust schoolwide professional development. + We value your input and ideas. We'll consult you on relevant matters that will impact you, your staff/team, and the organization as a whole. + We bring an equity lens. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure that identity, background, or culture are not what determine your success. + We strive for "real talk." We provide direct and candid feedback. You'll know how you're doing and where you stand. + We make space for you to be fully seen and heard as a whole individual. About The Position Nothing leads to student success like working with a great teacher year after year. As the Art Teacher, you will promote the success of all students through excellence in curriculum, instruction, and community building. The Art Teacher reports to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Role Responsibilities + Develop and implement curricula that meet student needs + Differentiate instruction for a diverse student body + Monitor/report student's academic and social progress + Build strong relationships with student families + Create opportunities for students to engage in the community About You Commons is a home for inspiring, collaborative, and effective educators that want to help build a school community that is all together different. Are you committed to Buffalo's children and families? Do you enjoy being surrounded by creative and curious colleagues? Are you looking for a fun work environment where you can bring your authentic self? If this sounds like you, perhaps you belong at Commons. Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in education or a related field + Certification in teaching area (strongly preferred) + Track record of success in raising student achievement + Experience in an urban charter school (preferred) + Practical written, oral, and visual communications skills Please complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting. Job Attachment View Attachment Itinerant Location 833 Michigan Ave. Salary Competitive Y Required Certification Type Art {6010} Contact Person's Email hello@buffalocommonscharter.org