Social Studies Teacher, Grades 3-12

Grade Levels: 3‑12 (specific grade level(s) based on experience) | School Year: 2026‑27 | Reports To: Building Principal and/or Instructional Coach | Status: Exempt, 10‑month

About the role

Our mission is to educate and inspire a diverse community of K‑12 learners by engaging them in rigorous real‑world learning experiences that prioritize intellectual, social, and emotional growth. Tapestry Charter School envisions a vibrant, sustainable environment that empowers learners and leaders to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Core values are Perseverance, Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility (PIRR).

Responsibilities

• Lead students to achieve dramatic learning gains in social studies and develop mastery of state standards.
• Strengthen the school community by investing students and families in the shared values of PIRR.
• Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment through social‑emotional learning and restorative practices.
• Manage classroom behavior by building strong relationships, establishing and enforcing norms, and implementing intentional systems and routines.
• Encourage parent and community involvement by keeping families informed of classroom activities, units of study, and promptly returning calls and emails.
• Conduct Student‑Led Conferences twice per year to communicate student progress to families.
• Attend and participate in school events to build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Intellectually prepare high‑quality lessons by analyzing curriculum resources and collaborating with the instructional coach.
• Utilize data from observations, formative, and summative assessments to inform and adjust instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and support all students in attaining grade‑level mastery.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and other assignments.
• Attend all required campus and coach meetings to ensure effective instructional programming and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and support for Tapestry’s mission, vision, values, standards, policies, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Professional/permanent certification in the applicable grades/subject area.
• At least one year of successful teaching experience, preferably with a similar student population or academic model.
• Physical ability to work primarily in a classroom, lift up to 10 lb occasionally, perform repetitive motions (walking, bending, standing, typing, filing), and maintain close visual acuity for reading and computer work.
• Ability to talk, walk, drive, speak, and comprehend complex matters as part of daily duties.

Desired qualifications

• Commitment to exemplifying Tapestry’s core values (Perseverance, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility).
• Unwavering dedication to students’ academic success and personal development.
• Ability to set ambitious, tangible goals and relentlessly pursue them.
• Capacity to thrive in a fast‑paced school environment and remain calm during unexpected challenges.
• Knowledge of best practices in social studies education and familiarity with state and national standards.
• Familiarity with the Expeditionary Learning model.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with a diverse community.
• Proficiency with computers, especially Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Microsoft Excel.

Pay

Salary range: $36,000 – $88,200 (competitive). Position is exempt and paid on a 10‑month schedule.

Schedule

Full‑time, 10‑month academic year.

Location

65 Great Arrow Ave., Buffalo, NY 14216