1.0 Regular Substitute Elementary Teacher (UPK) - Forest Elem na Williamsville Central School District

A Regular Substitute is a teacher/Teaching Assistant who is appointed to a regular teaching/teaching assistant position in place of a regular teacher/teaching assistant who is away from his/her position on a leave of absence. (minimum of one semester; maximum of full school year)

Dates of assignment:  1/26/26 - 6/26/26

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid NYS certification in Elementary (B-6)

 DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

UPK Classroom Teacher

• Plan and implement thematic units that activate and build students' background knowledge;
• Deliver Fountas & Pinnell English Language Arts instruction and implement a standards-based mathematics curriculum;
• Plan and facilitate dramatic play opportunities to support student learning and development;
• Teach language development and executive functioning skills to support early childhood growth;
• Establish consistent routines and guide students in managing emotions and building positive peer interactions to strengthen social skills;
• Execute lessons centered around exploration, curiosity, and big ideas to foster inquiry-based learning;
• Provide instruction that is consistent and coordinated with the district's/school's instructional program so as to ensure that students meet and exceed learning targets;
• Maintain complete and accurate records of student progress and evidence of growth and progress;
• Manage allotted learning time to maximize student achievement.

ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities
• Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and administration
• Create a positive educational climate for students in which to learn
• Create lesson plans and modify accordingly throughout the year
• Maintain accurate student records
• Work collaboratively with teachers, paraprofessionals, and administration
• Utilize data-driven Instruction to maximize student growth
• Foster a warm and inviting classroom environment
• Willingness to work collaboratively with a co-teacher
• Willingness to learn and grow as a professional
• Strong Experience with Technology

PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Experienced in working with primary-aged students to support academic, social, and emotional development.
• Experience working with students who are English Language Learners
• Experience in a Pre-Kindergarten or Preschool setting

REPORTS TO:  Building Principal

SALARY: $23,600 - $26,850    Per WTA Contract

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:                

Internal: District employees (Probationary and tenured teachers requesting a transfer within their current tenure area, Teaching Assistants who are currently fully certified in the appropriate tenure area) may apply by submitting a letter of interest to Human Resources with a copy to the building principal.  E-mailed letters of interest are not acceptable.  The original signed letters of interest must be submitted by the end of the day on October 16, 2025.

External: All others (including part-time teachers, teachers applying outside of their current tenure area, regular subs, and per diem subs) should fill out an online application at Williamsville.SchoolSpring.com and then apply to appropriate posting.   If you have any questions, you may contact Human Resources at [email protected].