BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL·Buffalo, New York
The teacher is responsible for delivering social studies lessons across various subjects including history, government, and economics to high school students. They must foster critical thinking and civic awareness while maintaining accurate records of student performance and behavior.
Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Studies Education, Political Science, or a related field. State teaching certification for secondary education (grades 9–12). Strong knowledge of social studies curriculum, critical thinking strategies, and instructional methods. Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills. Ability to inspire and motivate students in a diverse learning environment. Preferred Skills: Experience teaching AP or Honors social studies courses. Familiarity with digital learning platforms and educational technology. Ability to guide students in research projects, history fairs, or civic engagement activities. Working Conditions: Full-time, school-year position. Classroom-based, with occasional extracurricular or tutoring responsibilities.
Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Studies Education, Political Science, or a related field. State teaching certification for secondary education (grades 9–12). Strong knowledge of social studies curriculum, critical thinking strategies, and instructional methods. Excellent communication, classroom management, and organizational skills. Ability to inspire and motivate students in a diverse learning environment. Preferred Skills: Experience teaching AP or Honors social studies courses. Familiarity with digital learning platforms and educational technology. Ability to guide students in research projects, history fairs, or civic engagement activities.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a related field and possess a state teaching certification for secondary education (grades 9-12). Strong knowledge of social studies curriculum and the ability to motivate students in a diverse environment are required.
Market context
High school social studies roles in New York are often shaped by steady demand for certified teachers who can support diverse student needs, especially in transfer school settings. This position is competitive because a New York State Certification, a bachelor’s degree, and comfort with Google Applications are required, while a master’s degree and transfer school experience are preferred. Before applying, review how your experience with at-risk youth aligns with the school’s mission; the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.
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