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.

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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...

Upper School Social Studies Teacher

  • Weston, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Weston, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Studies instruction....

Secondary Social Studies

  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • 1 hour ago

Mount Ayr Secondary School (6-12) is looking for a Social Studies Teacher for the 25-26 school year. Coaching available. If interested please apply or call ......

Full-Time Social Studies Teacher

  • Mansfield, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mansfield, MA
  • 1 hour ago

Studies Teacher.Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:U.S....

High School Social Studies Teacher (AP Psychology)

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

Social Studies Teacher/Head Football Coach

  • Halls, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Halls, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Job Title: Social Studies Teacher/Head Football Coach Exemption Status: Exempt-Certified Reports to: Principal Date Revised: 06/13/2025 Dept....

Integrated Social Studies Teacher

  • Clayton, OH
  • 1 hour ago
  • Clayton, OH
  • 1 hour ago

Integrated Social Studies Teacher - Northmont High School Officially begins August 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year 184 annual duty days Per adopted wage schedule Must be properly licensed to teach...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Manhattan, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Manhattan, IL
  • 4 hours ago

in Social Studies How to Apply Please apply at Manhattan School District 114....

Social Studies Teacher - Gull Lake Community Schools

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 4 hours ago

Community Schools    Attachment(s): HS Social Studies Teacher...

Social Studies Teacher (.6 FTE)

  • Cumberland Center, ME
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cumberland Center, ME
  • 4 hours ago

Beginning with the 2025-2026 school year SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER (.6 FTE) Greely High School Experience in teaching US History is a plus....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Rockingham, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Rockingham, NC
  • 11 hours ago

POSITION: Social Studies Teacher REPORTS TO: Principal TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-month Purpose Statement The job of Teacher – Middle/High School was established for the purpose/s of providing support...

Social Studies Teacher Grade 7 School Year 2025-2026

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 13 hours ago

Position: Social Studies Teacher | Grade 7 | School Year 2025-2026 Type: Charter Location: Urban Job ID: 129550 County: East Maricopa Posted: June 11, 2025 Contact Information: Arizona School for the...

Middle School English/Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher

  • Oakland City, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Oakland City, IN
  • 13 hours ago

Wood Memorial Middle School is looking for a dedicated and dynamic 6th Grade English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year!...

Social Studies Teacher Anticipated

  • Conroe, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Conroe, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Social Studies Teacher Anticipated JOB STATUS: OPEN POSTING DATE: 06/10/2025 CLOSING DATE: 06/24/2025 04:00 PM POSTING NUMBER: 050149 LOCATION: Conroe High School - 001 POSITION TITLE: Social Studies...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Willmar, MN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Willmar, MN
  • 13 hours ago

Vacancy Notice June 11, 2025 Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Social Studies Teacher....

Social Studies Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Social Study of Science and Technology
This course surveys canonical and recent theories and methods in science studies. We will organize our discussions around the concept of "reproduction," referring variously to:1. Scientific...
Social Studies of Bioscience and Biotech
In this course, social, ethical and clinical issues associated with the development of new biotechnologies and their integration into clinical practice is discussed. Basic scientists, clinicians,...
Becoming a Teacher
This course is for anyone thinking about becoming a teacher it will help you to decide if teaching is for you, give you a sense of what teaching is really like and help you to start writing your...

Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.4%
Doctorate Degree
19.5%
High School or GED
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.5%
Associate's Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Social Studies 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%


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