5th Grade Math Teacher

Certified - Teaching - Math Teacher


Job Number 3300056781


Start Date


Open Date 08/19/2026


Closing Date 09/04/2026


5th Grade Math Teacher

REACH Academy Charter School | Buffalo, NY
Why Join REACH Academy Charter School?

At REACH Academy Charter School, we believe that great schools are built by great people. Our teachers are more than educators-they are mentors, role models, and advocates for every student who walks through our doors.

We are looking for a passionate, committed, and highly effective 5th Grade Math Teacher who believes that all students are capable of achieving at high levels and who is excited to be part of a mission-driven team focused on academic excellence, student growth, and meaningful relationships.

At REACH, you will be part of a collaborative school community where teachers are supported, professional growth is encouraged, and your work makes a lasting difference in the lives of students.
Benefits & Perks

• 6:50 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. school day , with one day per week extended until 4:00 p.m. for planning, collaboration, and professional development
• A welcoming, collaborative, and mission-driven school culture that values teamwork, professional growth, and staff recognition
• Regular staff appreciation events, lunches, celebrations, and opportunities to build community
• A competitive salary schedule that exceeds many local district salary scales
• REACH pays 80% of health, dental, and vision insurance premiums ; employees contribute only 20%
• REACH pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance premiums
• Participation in the New York State Teachers' Retirement System (NYSTRS)
• Child-rearing benefits
• Classroom and student instructional supplies provided by the school
• Access to voluntary 403(b) retirement savings plans
• Employee access to a 10% discount on Fetch Pet Insurance

Position Summary

REACH Academy Charter School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly effective 5th Grade Math Teacher to join our instructional team.

The 5th Grade Math Teacher will be responsible for providing rigorous, engaging, and standards-aligned mathematics instruction while creating a classroom environment where students feel challenged, supported, and capable of success.

The ideal candidate is a teacher who can make mathematics meaningful and accessible to students, build strong relationships, maintain high expectations, and use data to continuously improve instruction. This individual will work closely with colleagues, instructional leaders, intervention staff, and families to ensure students develop strong mathematical foundations and are prepared for continued academic success.

Our ideal candidate believes that all students can learn, all students can grow, and all students deserve an exceptional education.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of REACH Academy Charter School.
• Believe deeply in the academic potential of every student and maintain high expectations for student achievement.
• Possess a strong understanding of 5th Grade Mathematics and the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards for Mathematics .
• Deliver rigorous, engaging, and developmentally appropriate mathematics instruction.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse academic needs of learners.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management skills and the ability to establish consistent routines, expectations, and procedures.
• Build positive, respectful, and productive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Create an inclusive classroom environment that promotes belonging, curiosity, perseverance, and academic risk-taking.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Use student data and assessment results to identify strengths, gaps, and instructional priorities.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Work effectively as part of a collaborative professional learning community.
• Demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Be receptive to coaching and feedback and actively seek opportunities to strengthen instructional practice.
• Maintain exemplary attendance, punctuality, professionalism, and ethical conduct.
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving students in an urban educational setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The 5th Grade Math Teacher will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous, and standards-aligned mathematics instruction .
• Develop lessons that promote mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual understanding.
• Teach and reinforce foundational mathematical skills while preparing students for the increasing rigor of middle school mathematics.
• Utilize whole-group, small-group, partner, and differentiated instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Create meaningful opportunities for students to explain their mathematical thinking and apply skills to real-world problems.
• Utilize educational technology and research-based instructional practices to enhance student learning.
• Administer and analyze formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress.
• Use student achievement data to adjust instruction, provide targeted intervention, and differentiate learning experiences.
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, structured, and academically focused classroom environment.
• Implement school-wide expectations, routines, and behavior management systems consistently.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of attendance, grades, assessments, lesson plans, and parent communications.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student academic progress, behavior, and areas for growth.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences, report card conferences, and family engagement activities.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, instructional coaches, intervention staff, special education staff, and school leadership.
• Participate actively in professional development, coaching cycles, grade-level meetings, curriculum planning, and other school initiatives.
• Reflect on instructional practices and incorporate feedback from administrators and instructional coaches.
• Provide appropriate academic interventions and enrichment opportunities based on student needs.
• Support a positive classroom and school culture that encourages students to take ownership of their learning.
• Serve as a positive role model and advocate for student success.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Head of School.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

• Hold a valid New York State Teaching Certification in Elementary Education 1-6 or Mathematics or a related content area ; or
• Be actively working toward New York State certification; or
• Be eligible for New York State certification through reciprocity.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Demonstrated record of student achievement and instructional effectiveness preferred.
• Experience teaching elementary or middle school mathematics preferred.
• Strong understanding of standards-based mathematics instruction.
• Commitment to high expectations, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Alignment with the mission, values, and educational philosophy of REACH Academy Charter School.
• Ability to meet all applicable state and federal requirements for employment in a public charter school.

Salary

REACH Academy Charter School offers a competitive salary based on education, certification status, and years of relevant teaching experience .

Current Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,830 based on teaching experience

Placement on the salary schedule is determined based on applicable education, certification, and relevant prior experience in accordance with REACH Academy Charter School's salary schedule.
Join the REACH Team

If you are an educator who is passionate about mathematics, believes in the potential of every child, and wants to work alongside a team that is committed to doing whatever it takes to help students succeed, we want to hear from you.

Come grow with us, challenge students to think bigger, and REACH higher together.

Please make sure to complete an application by clicking here for this job posting.

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Salary: From 45000.00


Salary: To 65830.00


Salary Competitive Y


Position Status Full time


Start Date 09/01/2026


Required Certification Type Math 5-6 Ext , Childhood Education Grades 1-6


Contact Person's Name Amie Caster


Contact Person's Title Director of Human Resources


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