Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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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Social Studies Teacher, Gr 8 (Part-Time, 0.50 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

School District 90    Position: Social Studies Teacher, Grade 8 (Part-time FTE 0.50) Location: Roosevelt Middle School Starting Date: August 15, 2025 Salary/Benefits: BA, Step 1, $50,009 to...

Grade 4 Math/Social Studies Teacher - valid Illinois Professional Educators Licensure

  • Maywood, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Openings as of 7/3/2025 Grade 4 Math/Social Studies Teacher - valid Illinois Professional Educators Licensure JobID: 1789 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/4th Grade Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Location...

Part Time English & Social Studies Teacher

  • Northfield, IL (11 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Northfield, IL (11 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 10 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!...

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Title: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher Location: CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting at $61,029, commensurate with experience Employee...

FY 25-26 Temporary Regular Teacher - 7th/8th Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 13 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for instructional planning, including, but not limited to, providing written lesson plans and preparation in accordance with the objectives of the instructional program...

Dual Language (Spanish) Social Studies Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Dual Language/ Dual Language Teacher Date Posted: 6/25/2025 Location: Wood Dale Junior High (6-8 Grade Center) Date Available: Fall 2025 District:   Wood Dale School District #7...

25-26 SY - Grade 6 - 8 Social Studies Teacher - St. Bede the Venerable School - Chicago - VIC. III

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 18 days ago

As the middle school social studies teacher, you will be responsible for creating a rigorous, engaging and effective learning environment for students. dedicated to contributing to a positive school...

25-26 SY - Middle School 5th Grade Homeroom & Social Studies Teacher - St. Leonard School - Berwyn - VIC. III

  • Berwyn, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 20 days ago
  • Berwyn, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 20 days ago

The 5th grade teaching position is a combination of Religion, ELA, and Social Studies....

Bilingual Social Studies Teacher - Middle School

  • Round Lake, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Bilingual Social Studies Teacher - Middle School JobID: 6466 Position Type: Bilingual Teaching/Middle School Bilingual Teacher Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: Round Lake Middle School, Round Lake Heights...

Spanish Bilingual Social Studies Teacher -Must Have a 2nd Middle School Endorsement

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for instructional planning, including, but not limited to, providing lessons plans and preparation for each assigned student in accordance with the objectives of the...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Algonquin, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (17 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Reading training/background preferred with a strong knowledge of Response to Intervention and Common Core State Standards....

Bilingual Social Studies Teacher

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Endorsements: Bilingual Spanish & Social Studies - Grade 6-8 Safety: The employee is responsible for taking any and all steps necessary to protect yourself and others against occupational accidents,...

Middle School Math and Social Studies Teacher (Long Term Sub)

  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

Social Studies Teacher .9 FTE

  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (19 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

endorsement in Social Studies....

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Middle School) 2025-26 SY

  • Elmwood Park, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elmwood Park, IL (15 miles from Arlington Heights, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Openings as of 6/1/2025 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Middle School) 2025-26 SY JobID: 2397 Position Type: Middle School Positions/Social Studies Date Posted: 5/29/2025 Location: Elm Middle...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Arlington Heights, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Arlington Heights, IL 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 in Arlington Heights, IL
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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