Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Illinois

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 - Middle School - 2 Openings

  • Calumet City, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Calumet City, IL
  • 1 day ago

Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction. Utilize school district technology and curriculum resources....

Social Studies Teacher (Grades 7-12)

  • Elgin, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 1 day ago

Essential Functions - Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. - Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Decatur, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Alternative Education Date Posted: 7/15/2025 Location: Decatur Alternative Education Date Available: 8/2025 Closing Date: until filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide 500.033...

Bilingual Education Social Studies Teacher 1 Vacancy

  • Forest Park, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Forest Park, IL
  • 2 days ago

Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide BILINGUAL EDUCATION SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER (Spanish) Division / Department: Social Studies Classification (FSLA): Full-time, Exempt Position...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago Heights, IL
  • 4 days ago

Job Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging and differentiated lesson plans aligned with state standards and curriculum guidelines....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Plainfield, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL
  • 4 days ago

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

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher ( 8/12/25 - 11/4/25)

  • Forest Park, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Forest Park, IL
  • 7 days ago

Long Term Substitute Teacher - Social Studies Teacher (*8/12/25 - 11/4/25) JobID: 9362 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Civ, Econ, Geo, Hist, etc....

Junior-Senior High Social Studies Teacher

  • Waverly, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Waverly, IL
  • 9 days ago

Duties Create lesson plans and provide daily instruction in the areas of social sciences for junior high and high school students....

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

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 9 days 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...

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Mendota, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Mendota, IL
  • 9 days ago

Duties Applications are now being accepted for the position of Middle School Social Studies Teacher in Mendota School District 289....

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...

HS Social Studies Teacher

  • Cairo, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Cairo, IL
  • 17 days ago

Duties Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning....

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 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...

WJHS 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Williamsville, IL
  • 21 days ago
  • Williamsville, IL
  • 21 days ago

Duties Duties: Williamsville-Sherman CUSD #15 is looking for a dynamic candidate for the position of Social Studies Teacher at Williamsville Junior High....

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

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 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...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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