7-12 SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

7-12 SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

Anticipated for 2026-2027 School Year

About Maritime

Western New York Maritime Charter School is a military-style public charter school built on structure, accountability, and leadership development . Our classrooms operate with clear systems, consistent expectations, and a strong adult presence.

Who We Are Looking For

This role requires more than content knowledge. We are looking for a teacher who can lead a classroom with authority, consistency, and clarity .

You should:

• Establish clear routines and expectations from day one
• Maintain tight classroom management without constant escalation
• Be comfortable correcting behavior in the moment, every time
• Balance strong relationships with non-negotiable standards
• Thrive in a structured, high-accountability environment
• Teach Social Studies in a way that builds critical thinking, discipline, and engagement

If you struggle with consistency, avoid addressing behavior, or rely on "student choice" without structure, this is not the right fit.

Qualifications

• New York State Certification, Social Studies 7-12
• NYSED Fingerprint Clearance
• Strong working knowledge of NYS Social Studies Framework and Regents expectations

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver structured, standards-aligned instruction that drives Regents readiness
• Build classrooms with predictable systems, routines, and procedures
• Maintain a learning environment where:
  • Students are engaged and accountable
  • Disruptions are addressed immediately
  • Expectations are clear and consistently enforced
• Use data and assessment results to adjust instruction and close gaps
• Develop students' ability to:
  • Analyze primary and secondary sources
  • Write with clarity and evidence
  • Engage in structured discussion and debate
• Communicate regularly with families and staff regarding progress and concerns
• Contribute to a schoolwide culture of discipline, respect, and urgency

Non-Negotiables

• You show up prepared and on time, every day
• You follow schoolwide systems and expectations with fidelity
• You do not ignore low-level behavior issues
• You hold students accountable for both academics and conduct
• You maintain professionalism in all interactions

What Success Looks Like

• Your classroom runs on systems, not personality
• Students understand expectations and meet them consistently
• Academic data shows measurable growth and Regents readiness
• You are aligned with the school's mission and expectations
• You contribute to a calm, structured, high-functioning building

Preferred Traits

• Composed under pressure; responds with solutions, not excuses
• Direct, clear communicator
• Consistent and accountable
• Team-oriented and aligned
• Strong presence without being reactive

Why Maritime

• Clear expectations and strong leadership support
• Structured environment that allows teaching to happen
• Mission-driven work with real impact
• Opportunity to be part of a school focused on execution, not theory

Requirements

• NYS Certification, Social Studies 7-12
• NYSED Fingerprint Clearance

Job Attachment

Itinerant Location

2

Salary: From

45000.00

Salary Competitive

Y

Appointment Status

Annual Contract

Position Status

Full time

Start Date

09/01/2026

Required Certification Type

Social Studies 7-12 {5110}

Contact Person's Name

Dr. Ami Alderman

Contact Person's Title

Superintendent

Contact Person's Phone

716-842-6289

Contact Person's Email

[email protected]