Psychology Teacher Jobs

A Psychology Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students the fundamentals of psychology, including human behavior, mental processes, and the workings of the brain. Their duties may involve developing lesson plans, creating and grading assessments, conducting experiments, advising students, and guiding class discussions. They may also be responsible for helping students understand the practical applications of psychology in everyday life and encouraging critical thinking. These professionals need to be knowledgeable in their field, and must possess excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Before becoming a Psychology Teacher, a professional might have roles such as a School Psychologist, where they provide psychological services to students to enhance their learning abilities and social skills. They might also work as a Guidance Counselor, assisting students with personal, educational, and career development. Another possible role is that of a Research Assistant in the field of psychology, where they would be involved in collecting and analyzing data, conducting literature reviews, and assisting in report and grant writing. To be a Psychology Teacher, one must have a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field, but a master's degree is usually preferred. Additionally, a teaching certification specific to the state they plan on teaching in is generally required.

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Social Psychology Instructor (High School Program)

  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago

Social Psychology Instructor (High School Program) PVN ID: BA-2505-006864 Category: Instruction and Social Service Location: BARUCH COLLEGE Job Description General Description The Baruch STEP Academy...

High School Psychology Instructor Summer Camp 2025

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Instructors will need their own computer with a reliable internet connection and the ability to reliably access Zoom and Google Classroom in a quiet professional setting....

Psychology Instructor

  • Douglasville, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA
  • 10 days ago

Nature of Duties: Under general supervision prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses; develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives;...

AP Psychology Instructor

  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 days ago

Experience teaching AP Social Studies is preferred. Requirements / Qualifications Letter of Introduction Resume...

Psychology Instructor

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 23 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 23 days ago

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: Master's degree in Psychology or Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in Psychology Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications...

Adjunct Psychology Instructor

  • Austin, MN
  • 29 days ago
  • Austin, MN
  • 29 days ago

Master's degree with a major in psychology or a master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester credits (27 graduate quarter credits) in psychology....

Edmond North High School - Psychology 25-26 SY

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Certified:High School/ High School Teacher Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: NORTH HIGH SCHOOL    Job Goal: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will...

Psychology Teacher

  • Claremore, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Claremore, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies - History Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: Claremore High School    Psychology Teacher Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the...

Memorial High School Psychology / Government Teacher 25-26 Sy

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Certified:High School/ High School Teacher Date Posted: 3/31/2025 Location: MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL    Job Goal: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will...

Vacancy - Social Studies/Psychology Teacher

  • Hazlet, NJ
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hazlet, NJ
  • 90+ days ago

Studies/Psychology Teacher Raritan High School Applicants for the above position must hold a New Jersey teaching certification with the following endorsements: CODE ENDORSEMENT 2300 Social Studies...

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Salary for Psychology Teacher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Psychology Teachers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
47.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.8%
Doctorate Degree
24.4%
High School or GED
0.8%
Associate's Degree
0.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%
Some College
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Psychology Teachers
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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