HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER (GRADES 9-12)
WNY Maritime Charter School
2219 South Park Avenue
Buffalo , NY 14220
Certified - Teaching - Math Teacher {MA}
Job Number
Start Date
Open Date 09/02/2026
Closing Date
HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER (GRADES 9-12)
For 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 are predictable, disciplined, and focused on execution.
We do not operate in a loose or unstructured model. Teachers here are expected to lead, enforce, and deliver results .
Who We Are Looking For
We are not looking for someone who "likes math" and hopes students will engage.
We are looking for a teacher who:
-
Runs a tight, structured classroom every period
-
Can manage behavior consistently without escalation
-
Holds students accountable for showing work, thinking, and completing tasks
-
Is comfortable addressing issues immediately, not later
-
Understands that math success requires discipline, repetition, and clarity
-
Thrives in a high-expectation, no-excuses environment
If your classroom tends to become inconsistent, off-task, or dependent on student motivation, this is not the right fit.
Qualifications
-
New York State Certification, Math 7-12
-
NYSED Fingerprint Clearance
-
Strong working knowledge of NYS Math Standards and Regents expectations
Core Responsibilities
-
Deliver clear, structured, standards-aligned math instruction
-
Build classrooms with consistent routines and procedures that maximize learning time
-
Ensure students:
-
Show all work
-
Practice consistently
-
Stay engaged and accountable
-
Maintain a classroom where:
-
Disruptions are addressed immediately
-
Expectations are visible and enforced
-
Instructional time is protected
-
Use data, assessments, and diagnostics to identify gaps and adjust instruction
-
Drive student progress toward Regents proficiency and mastery
-
Communicate regularly with families and staff regarding student progress
-
Contribute to a schoolwide culture of discipline, focus, and urgency
Non-Negotiables
-
You are prepared and on time, every day
-
You follow schoolwide systems and expectations with fidelity
-
You do not ignore low-level disruption
-
You hold students accountable for both behavior and academic output
-
You maintain professionalism at all times
What Success Looks Like
-
Your classroom runs on systems, not personality
-
Students are consistently engaged and completing work
-
Academic data shows measurable growth and Regents readiness
-
Transitions are efficient, instruction is uninterrupted
-
You are aligned with the school's mission and expectations
Preferred Traits
-
Composed under pressure; responds with solutions, not excuses
-
Direct and clear communicator
-
Consistent and accountable
-
Strong presence and attention to detail
-
Team-oriented and aligned with school systems
Why Maritime
-
Clear expectations and strong leadership support
-
Structured environment that allows real teaching to happen
-
Mission-driven work with visible impact on students
-
Opportunity to be part of a school focused on results and execution
Requirements
-
NYS Certification, Math 7-12
-
NYSED Fingerprint Clearance
Contact Information
Dr. Ami Alderman
Commandant
Job Attachment View Attachment
Itinerant Location 2219 South Park Ave
Salary: From
Salary: To
Salary Competitive Y
Appointment Status Annual Contract
Position Status Full time
Start Date 09/15/2026
Required Certification Type Math 7-12 {5130}
Contact Person's Name Dr. Ami Alderman
Contact Person's Title Head of Schools
Contact Person's Phone
Contact Person's Email
HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER (GRADES 9-12) in buffalo at Unknown Company
This position is listed as contract and onsite.