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...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Rangely, CO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rangely, CO
  • 2 hours ago

Performance responsibilities plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences develop schemes of work and lesson plans establish and communicate clear objectives...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 2 hours ago

Secondary Teacher (7-12) JOB GOAL To teach one or more subjects to students and to direct them toward reaching their potential. QUALIFICATIONS Holds a valid Tennessee teacher's license with...

English Langauge Arts / Social Studies Teacher - 8th Grade

  • Rolesville, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rolesville, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Overview POSITION PURPOSE: Plans and provides for appropriate classroom learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social...

Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

School District Notice of Position Vacancy Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher Requirements: Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate required Acceptable endorsements include: Teacher of Social Studies...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 7 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Sioux City, IA-NE-SD Metropolitan Statistical Area $48k - $64k Per Year Social Studies Teacher North High School Occupation: Secondary School Teachers, Except...

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School Level - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Leominster, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School Level - 2025-2026 School Year Leominster Public Schools Sky View Middle School - Leominster, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Leominster Public Schools...

Certified Social Studies Teacher - AMIkids Manatee

  • Bradenton, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Do you enjoy smaller class sizes, creating fun and engaging lesson plans? Do you want to work for an organization that Makes a Lasting Impact on Kids?...

State Teacher I - Social Studies Teacher - Grand Mesa Youth Services Center - Grand Junction

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 14 hours ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 14 hours ago

Experience with differentiated instruction; developing lessons/curriculum and providing differentiated instruction. Proficient use of assessment data to inform instructional practice....

Secondary Social Studies Teacher (2025-26 SY)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Prepare and submit lesson plans in a timely manner in the platform the school utilizes. Maintain a minimum number of grades in the Gradebook in a timely manner....

Social Studies - HLMS Social Studies Teacher 2025-26

  • Bandon, OR
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bandon, OR
  • 14 hours ago

Job Title: Social Studies - HLMS Social Studies Teacher 2025-26Category: Middle School Teaching Job Title: TeacherSupervisor: PrincipalJob Classification: Exempt Job SummaryDepending on the subject...

Bilingual Social Studies Teacher - Anticipated

  • Yonkers, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Yonkers, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Job Number: YPSN... Start Date: 2025-09-01T00:00:00 End Date: 2025-08-31T00:00:00 Description: Yonkers Public Schools, located just north of New York City, is one of the region's leading...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Teaching & Learning - Deeply understand the Tennessee Social Studies Standards and establish clear learning targets for every lesson....

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

instruction based on student level of mastery Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools under guidance from principal...

High School Social Studies Teacher - 0.167 FTE

  • Wayzata, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Wayzata, MN
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Teachers, High School/ Social Studies Date Posted: 8/19/2025 Location: High School    Social Studies Teacher Wayzata High School FTE 0.167 Semester 1 Only Starting Fall 2025 Position...

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,...
AI for Teachers
AI for Teachers is an activity focused, self-paced course designed to help educators prepare themselves and their students for a future which is becoming increasingly automated Technology and...

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
48.3%
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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