Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Arizona

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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4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 SY

  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago

Fax: District Email Job Description: POSITION INFORMATION: Highly qualified elementary school teacher needed to teach 4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher....

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher - 25/26 SY

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 6 hours ago

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher - 25/26 SY JobID: 7097 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Middle School Teacher Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Apollo Middle School Date Available: 07/23/2025 &...

Social Studies Teacher (Multiple Positions) 2025-2026 School Year

  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Instructional Strategies Utilizes effective instructional strategies. Implements procedures involving students with the maximum time on task....

5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

  • Benson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Benson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Position: 5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 Type: Public Location: Rural Job ID: 127745 County: Cochise Posted: March 19, 2025 Contact Information: Benson Unified School District 360 S....

Establish a positive learning environment, prepare, deliver and respond with differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 8 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 8 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Job Details Job Location South Pointe Junior High School - Phoenix, AZ Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary Travel...

2025-26 SY Grades 7-12 Social Studies Teacher (South Phoenix)

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 14 days ago

Position: 2025-26 SY Grades 7-12 Social Studies Teacher (South Phoenix) Type: Charter Location: Urban Job ID: 127554 County: East Maricopa Posted: March 07, 2025 Contact Information: ASU Preparatory...

2025/2026 - 6th - 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 16 days ago

Position Type: Instruction Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Cloves Campbell Elementary Date Available: 07/17/2025 Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED    TITLE: Social Studies Teacher CLASSIFICATION: Certified...

2025/2026 - 7/8 Social Studies Teacher

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 16 days ago

Julian Middle Date Available: 07/17/2025 Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED    TITLE: 7/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher CLASSIFICATION: Certified REPORTS TO: School Administrator SUMMARY: Teacher is...

Humanities (English/Social Studies) Teacher 2025-2026

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 17 days ago

Humanities (English/Social Studies) Teacher 2025-2026 Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools St....

Part Time English & Social Studies Teacher

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 19 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 19 days ago

Part Time English & Social Studies Teacher Flexible Schedule | No Lesson Planning or Outside Work | One-to-One Instruction At Brightmont Academy, we believe in redefining what it means to teach!...

2025-26 SY Grade 7-12 Electives/Social Studies Teacher (Phoenix)

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 20 days ago

Position: 2025-26 SY Grade 7-12 Electives/Social Studies Teacher (Phoenix) Type: Charter Location: Urban Job ID: 127441 County: East Maricopa Posted: February 28, 2025 Contact Information: ASU Preparatory...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 23 days ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 23 days ago

REQUIRED SKILLS: Maintain excellent classroom management Incorporate differentiated instruction Create dynamic, engaging, and effective lesson plans Uphold organizational skills and be a self-starter...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Nogales, AZ
  • 23 days ago
  • Nogales, AZ
  • 23 days ago

Position: HIGH SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER Type: Public Location: Rural Job ID: 127362 County: Santa Cruz Posted: February 27, 2025 Contact Information: Nogales Unified School District 310 W Plum...

FY26 6th/7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Site TBD)

  • Avondale, AZ
  • 27 days ago
  • Avondale, AZ
  • 27 days ago

FY26 6th/7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Site TBD) Littleton Elementary School District Human Resources - Avondale, Arizona This job is also posted in Littleton Elementary School District Job...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Arizona

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Arizona offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
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 in Arizona
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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