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Teachers

Steps to Apply

  1. Submit an online application

  2. Application screened by recruitment and selection team

  3. Invite to video or phone interview

  4. Advance for building based interview

  5. Employment offer and HR orientation

Apply to any of our open positions online:

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Why Teach for BPS?

COMPETITIVE PAY RATES – for first time teachers.  

  • 2024/2025 School Year starting rate of pay is $47,066

  • 2025/2026 School Year starting rate of pay is $48,479

LIFETIME HEALTHCARE – Teachers hired prior to June 30, 2026 who have fifteen (15) years of service who leave employment with the District through retirement are eligible to receive retiree health insurance. Such retirees will be eligible for single or family coverage.

CREDIT FOR PRIOR SERVICE – BPS honors up to 12 years of prior service in another school district.

RECRUITMENT INCENTIVE – BPS offers incentives for first time teachers in a public school district.  Through the Teachers of Tomorrow grant, this program provides awards of $3,400 per year and is renewable for three additional years. (Maximum cumulative award total is $13,600)

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – BPS provides reimbursements for eligible teachers through the Teachers of Tomorrow grant.  Total initial and renewal awards may not exceed $4,200.

BUFFALO, NEW YORK - With a rich history, a tradition of innovation, a culturally and ethnically diverse citizenry, affordable housing and quality of life opportunities the City of Buffalo possesses all of the appealing characteristics and qualities of the great urban centers of the United States.
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