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EASTCHESTER UFSD

Elementary Education Teacher, Kindergarten Leave Replacement (WVL)

EASTCHESTER UFSD, Eastchester, New York, United States

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2025-2026

Waverly School

About Waverly

Waverly is a vibrant and inclusive school community that values curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. Our mission is to foster a love of learning in all children and to support their academic, social, and emotional growth through engaging instruction, strong relationships, and culturally responsive teaching.

Position Overview Waverly School is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and reflective

Kindergarten Teacher

for a leave replacement position lasting approximately 6 weeks around February through mid‑March. The ideal candidate is a child‑centered educator who believes in the potential of every learner and values the importance of building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and deliver engaging lessons aligned to state standards and tailored to meet the diverse needs of all learners

Foster a classroom culture of respect, belonging, and joyful learning

Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and monitor student progress

Collaborate with grade‑level and support teams to plan, reflect, and grow together

Communicate regularly with families to build partnership and support student success

Participate in professional development and school‑based initiatives

Qualifications

NYS Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth‑2)

Experience working with young learners in a school setting preferred

Strong understanding of Science of Reading, balanced literacy, foundational math, and social‑emotional learning

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Why Waverly?

A supportive and collaborative school culture

A strong focus on teacher development and growth

Engaged families and a diverse, dynamic student body

Opportunities to innovate and lead

Requirements

NYS certification: Early Childhood Education or Childhood Education

NYSED Fingerprint Clearance

Employment Terms

10‑month, probationary position

Salary range in accordance with the Eastchester Teachers Association (ETA) negotiated salary schedule; $62,620 - $86,668, step placement contingent upon prior related experience.

Fingerprint Clearance: SAVE Law: Effective July 1, 2001, Education Law

305(30), 3004-b, 3004-c and 3035, as amended by Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and Part 87 of the Commissioner's Regulations require the Commissioner of Education to request a fingerprint‑supported criminal history background check for applicants for certification as well as for prospective employees of school districts, charter schools and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES). The Commissioner of Education carries out these responsibilities through the New York State Education Department's Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability (OSPRA).

The Eastchester Union Free School District is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its staff. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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