Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Buffalo Prep; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo Prep is seeking a dedicated Middle School Social Studies Teacher who will foster a supportive learning environment in line with its mission. The teacher will plan and implement engaging instructional programs tailored to a diverse student population while committing to social justice education. Successful candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in education or history, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in education or history.
• Experience working with diverse student backgrounds is preferred.
• Familiarity with NYS standards for social studies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs in social studies.
• Mentor students and establish office hours for support.
• Maintain program records and provide student data as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or history

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher	Updated: October 2024
Reports To: Chief Program Officer	FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Social Studies Teacher plans, organizes and implements an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Essential Functions

• Prompt familiarity and compliance with the Buffalo Prep Teacher’s Manual, including academic and disciplinary policies, as well as pedagogical practices.
• Commitment to social justice and social justice education.
• Ability to actualize and contribute to a Culturally Relevant-Sustaining curriculum through Culturally Relevant-Sustaining pedagogical practices.
• Willingness to establish office hours at Buffalo Prep to allow for connecting with and mentoring of students outside of the classroom setting.
• Willingness to work approximately five weeks during the summer and Saturday mornings during the academic year.
• Must become acclimated and committed to the Buffalo Prep mission, culture, and student population.
• Maintain program records in a timely manner.
• Work with other staff members to provide student data in accordance with stated timeframes.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Middle School Prep Program Manager, Chief Program Officer and/or the President.
• Adheres to all policies including Buffalo Prep’s Stop Light Policy and mandated reporting as outlined by NYS Office of Children and Family Services.
• Attend ongoing professional development that enhances learning for your role, department, organizational mission and initiatives, and culture.
• Have fun! We love our scholars and strive to maintain a joy-filled environment where all scholars and staff feel cared for, capable, and connected! Additional duties as assigned by management.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in education or history.
• Familiarity with NYS standards for social studies.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess the ability to work with a number of constituencies including underrepresented students and their families, high school personnel, Buffalo Prep staff, Board of Directors, and others.
• Experience with Culturally Responsive curriculum and pedagogy.
• Strong team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.
• Unwavering commitment to the Mission, Vision and Values of Buffalo Prep and its programs.

Requirements

Teachers are compensated 25 dollars an hour for class time as well as grading and lesson planning. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Marcus Deveso, Chief Program Officer, by March 1, 2025.