Elementary Classroom Teacher - 5th Grade

Schoharie Central School District has an anticipated probationary opening for a full-time Elementary Classroom Teacher (5****th Grade) beginning on November 16, 2026.

At Schoharie CSD, we believe every child deserves access to engaging learning experiences that foster curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Guided by our Blueprint for Excellence, we are committed to creating an instructional environment where students are inspired to grow, supported by high expectations, and empowered to pursue their own personalized path to success.

The successful candidate will provide engaging, standards-based instruction that supports the academic, social, emotional, and developmental growth of all learners. The selected candidate will create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment where every child feels valued, challenged, and supported in reaching their full potential.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong relationship-building skills with students, families, colleagues, and the community.

• Knowledge of current instructional best practices and New York State Learning Standards.

• A commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences that foster critical thinking, curiosity, creativity, and student engagement.

• The ability to differentiate instruction and provide support to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work as an active member of a professional learning community.

• A commitment to culturally responsive practices, equity, inclusion, and ensuring every student has opportunities to succeed.

• Strong organizational and classroom management skills that promote a positive, respectful, and productive learning environment.

• The ability to use assessment data to inform instruction, monitor student progress, and support continuous growth.

• Effective communication skills and a commitment to developing strong partnerships with families as active participants in the educational process.

• The thoughtful integration of instructional technology to enhance learning, communication, and accessibility.

Salary according to the Schoharie Teachers Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Candidates must possess and maintain appropriate New York State certification in one of the following areas (or the equivalent):

• Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)

Please submit a letter of interest, current resume, copy of New York State certification, transcripts, and at least three professional references.

Please do not email, call, fax, or mail application materials.

**Position Start Date:**11/16/2026
**Application Deadline:**10/28/2026