SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

7/8 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.

We are not a passive environment. Teachers here lead with purpose and maintain control of their classrooms at all times.

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 : View Attachment

Salary: From : 45000.00

Salary: To : 55000.00

Salary Competitive : Y

Appointment Status : Annual Contract

Position Status : Full time

Required Certification Type : Social Studies 7-12 {5110}

Contact Person's Name : Dr. Ami L. Alderman

Contact Person's Title : Head of Schools

Contact Person's Phone : 716-842-6289

Contact Person's Email : a_alderman@wnymcs.com