Social Studies Teacher Jobs
A Social Studies Teacher in secondary education instructs students on a range of subjects including history, geography, politics, economics, and culture, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of how societies function. They plan and deliver engaging lessons, assess students' progress, and provide feedback to help them improve. They also maintain discipline, ensure a safe and conducive learning environment, and communicate with parents or guardians about students' progress. They act as a guide to help students develop critical thinking skills, learn to analyze complex texts, and understand different perspectives.
Important skills for a Social Studies Teacher include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, creativity in lesson planning, and a deep understanding of the subjects they teach. They must also have excellent organization and classroom management skills. Typically, they need a Bachelor's degree in Education or Social Studies, and they must also have a state-issued certification or license to teach in public schools. Before becoming a Social Studies teacher, a person might have roles such as a Substitute Teacher, a Teacher's Assistant, or an Intern in an educational setting. These roles provide valuable experience in classroom management, lesson planning, and working with students.

Career Based Intervention ( CBI ) Teacher
- Focus Learning Academy
- Columbus, OH
- 1 day ago
- Focus Learning Academy
- Columbus, OH
- 1 day ago
Job Description Career & Technical Education Instructor with CBI Endorsement POINTS OF INTEREST Four- day work week: Focus is open Monday through Thursday Stable, successful school environment...
Studies instruction....
High School Teacher, Social Studies JobID: 3743 Position Type: High School Teacher/Social Studies - Civics Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Liberty Hill High School Date Available: 07/31/2025 Closing...
Social Studies Teacher - PCN 9273 JobID: 11374 Position Type: Middle School Certified/Social Studies Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: AUTUMN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Additional Information: Show/Hide See...
Teaching The Spencer-Owen Community School Corporation is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Social Studies Teacher to work with the students, community and staff supporting Owen Valley...
High School Social Studies World History Teacher - Decatur Central High School
- Indianapolis, IN
- 1 hour ago
- Indianapolis, IN
- 1 hour ago
Decatur Central High School is seeking a Social Studies/World History (Dual Credit Certification Preferred)Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year....
Apply Now Position: High Social Studies Teacher Essential Qualifications: All candidates must possess valid and appropriate Indiana Teacher Certification All candidates must demonstrate experience in...
High School Social Studies Teacher JobID: 45517 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Webster County High School Closing Date: 06/18/2025 County:  ...
: Show/Hide POSITION: Social Studies Teacher LOCATION: Nashua High School North STARTING: 2025-2026 School Year SALARY RANGE: $44,200 - $93,938 QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be NH certified or eligible...
NUSD also has an Alternative Education Center housing a continuation school and an independent study student program serving grades K-12....
group instruction as needed....
- Pompton Plains, NJ
- 2 hours ago
- Pompton Plains, NJ
- 2 hours ago
: Show/Hide 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR - ANTICIPATED OPENING - MIDDLE SCHOOL - SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER - TENURE TRACK ELIGIBLE QUALIFICATIONS: Valid NJ Teaching Certification in appropriate subject area K...
and instills a love of learningo Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, andstudent needso Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson...
Teacher, Secondary (Social Studies) (2025-2026)
- Vero Beach, FL
- 19 hours ago
- Vero Beach, FL
- 19 hours ago
Openings as of 6/13/2025 Teacher, Secondary (Social Studies) (2025-2026) JobID: 9334 Instructional/Teacher, Secondary Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Vero Beach High Description: Knowledge of child...
Social Studies - High School.5 FTE********Central High School********Job Summary: ****The classroom teacher will be responsible for the planning and delivery of engaging high-quality instruction to...
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Social Studies Teachers offer the following education backgroundQualifications / Skill Sets
The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Social Studies Teacher position
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Background Checks
- Elementary Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Response to Intervention
- Softball
- Events
- Education Experience
- Data Analysis
- Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Small Group Instruction
- Instructional Strategies
- Parent Conferences
- Differentiated Instruction
- Common Core State Standards
- Social Studies
- Google Classroom
- Parent Communication
- English for Speakers of Other Languages
- Lesson Planning
- Individualized Education Program
- Project Based Learning
- Responsive Classroom
- Teacher Training
- Classroom Management
- Alternative Education
- Special Education
- Social and Emotional Learning
- Preschool
- Technology Integration
- Behavior Management
- Special Needs
- Curriculum Development
- Tutoring
- Instructional Design
- Educating
- Masters In Education
- Reading
- Math
- Teaching
- Mentoring
- Flexibility
- Collaboration
- Coaching
- Bachelor's Degree
- Employee Development
- English
- Spanish
- Regulations
- Microsoft Office
- Bilingual
- Research Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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