Elementary After-School Program Teacher

NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITY SERVICES OF ERIE & NIAGARA COUNTIES, INC.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted: October 22, 2026

2 Open Positions: After-School Program Teacher
Type: Part-time/ Hourly / Non-exempt - approximately 10 hours a week

Salary/Range: $41.00-$43.75 per hour

Offices: Primarily at Native American Magnet School - Buffalo Public School 19 & 1005 Grant Street, Buffalo, NY 14207

Summary
The After-School Program Teacher for the Good Mind\ Good Path program will deliver academic support, and culturally grounded enrichment to students in grades 3-8 at the Native American Magnet School BPS 19. Incumbents will plan engaging lessons, provide homework and subject-area help, and foster a positive, inclusive learning environment aligned with the programs' cultural values. Incumbent will work respectively and report to the After-School Program Site Coordinator to ensure quality services are delivered in compliance with regulatory standards and contract requirements. All efforts will be performed with understanding of and in accordance with Good Mind principles, while also adhering to the principles of Trauma Informed Care (TIC).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide homework help and targeted support in literacy, math, and other core subjects.
• Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials that address varying academic abilities, learning styles, and developmental needs of students in grades 3-8.
• Integrate cultural values into activities in partnership with cultural staff.
• Manage the group, set clear expectations, and maintain a respectful, inclusive environment.
• Monitor student attendance, engagement, academic progress, and behavioral concerns; maintain accurate and timely program documentation as required.
• Support student's social-emotional development and cultural identity.
• Ensure classroom materials, equipment, and program spaces are safe, organized, clean, accessible, and appropriate for student use.
• Support special events, family engagement activities, cultural events, and program-wide initiatives as assigned.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and protect the confidentiality of student and family information in accordance with organizational and contract policies and regulations

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, or a related field; New York State teaching certification. Experience teaching or working with elementary and/or middle school youth.
• Strong classroom management and lesson-planning.
• Reliable, patient, and genuine enthusiasm for working with children.
• Effective problem solving, organization, conflict resolution, time management, and communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills and understanding of office applications including MS Office Suite.
• Interpersonal skills to work cooperatively and effectively with individuals, groups, and diverse populations.
• Familiarity with and sensitivity toward local Native American communities.
• Must be available for scheduled part-time hours (until at least 6:00pm), occasional later evenings, and weekends when required.
• Ability to become certified in CPR & First Aid. Must be able to do medium lifting.
• Must pass all background checks and pre-hire requirements.
• Must have clean and valid NYS driver's license and carry minimum auto liability coverage of $100k/$300k.

Pay: $41.00 - $43.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person