K-12 Social Studies Teacher — Real-World Learning Leader

Tapestry Charter School; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Tapestry Charter School in Buffalo, NY seeks a Social Studies Teacher for Grades 3-12 for the 2026-27 school year. The role emphasizes rigorous real-world learning, restorative practices, and collaboration with a coach to drive strong learning gains in social studies.

You will create a safe, inclusive classroom, analyze data to inform instruction, engage families through Student Led Conferences, and participate in campus and coaching meetings as part of our shared leadership model.

Qualifications

• Professional/Permanent certification in applicable grades/subject area.
• At least one prior year of successful teaching experience.
• Commitment to Tapestry's values and vision.
• Ability to engage students with rigorous real-world social studies learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead students to achieve strong learning gains in social studies.
• Collaborate with coach and instructional team to improve instruction.
• Implement social emotional learning and restorative practices in class.
• Engage families through prompt communication and conferences.
• Attend campus and coach meetings to support schoolwide goals.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.

Skills

Social studies education

Expeditionary Learning

Google Docs/Sheets/Excel

Interpersonal communication

Standards alignment

Education

Professional certification

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Excel

Job description

Tapestry Charter School in Buffalo, NY seeks a Social Studies Teacher for Grades 3-12 for the 2026-27 school year. The role emphasizes rigorous real-world learning, restorative practices, and collaboration with a coach to drive strong learning gains in social studies.

You will create a safe, inclusive classroom, analyze data to inform instruction, engage families through Student Led Conferences, and participate in campus and coaching meetings as part of our shared leadership model.