Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Kansas

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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Middle School Grade 7 Science / Social Studies Teacher - Lakewood Middle School

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 22 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 22 days ago

with a Science and Social Studies endorsement including grade levels 6-8 Time Frame: 2025-2026 school year Apply online only Attachment(s): Grade SevenTeacher.pdf...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Anthony, KS
  • 27 days ago
  • Anthony, KS
  • 27 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Salary $59,926.00 - $83,917.00 Annually Location Anthony, New Mexico Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202301318 Department DESERT PRIDE ACADEMY Opening Date 07/23/2025 FLSA Exempt...

Ulysses High School Social Studies Teacher (World History)

  • Ulysses, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ulysses, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Ulysses High School Social Studies Teacher (World History) Ulysses USD 214 www.usd214.org Ulysses High School Social Studies Candidates need to be 7-12 Social Studies Certified in the state of Kansas...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Stockton, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stockton, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans meeting Kansas State Standards for Social Studies. Teach subjects such as U.S....

High School Social Studies

  • Goessel, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Goessel, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Goessel USD 411 www.usd411.org Goessel High School in Goessel, KS is seeking a High School Social Studies Teacher for grades 9-12 for the 2025-26 school year....

Middle School Gr 7 Science / Social Studies Teacher - Location TBD

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 30+ days ago

with a Science and Social Studies endorsement including grade levels 6-8 Time Frame: 2025-2026 school year Apply online only Attachment(s): Grade SevenTeacher.pdf...

Middle School Gr 8 Science / Social Studies Teacher - TBD

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 45+ days ago

with a Science and Social Studies endorsement including grade levels 6-8 Time Frame: 2025-2026 school year Apply online only Attachment(s): Grade SevenTeacher.pdf...

Middle School Gr 6 ELA/Social Studies Teacher - HMS

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago

with a English Language Arts/Social Studies endorsement including grade levels 6-8 Time Frame: 2025-2026 school year Apply online only Attachment(s): Grade Six Teacher.docx...

Social Studies Teacher - Blue Valley Northwest

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies (History) - High School Date Posted: 5/21/2025 Location: BLUE VALLEY NORTHWEST HS Date Available: 0801/2025    Description: Social Studies...

Social Studies Teacher - Blue Valley West

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies (History) - High School Date Posted: 5/7/2025 Location: BLUE VALLEY WEST HIGH SCHOOL Date Available: 0801/2025    Description: Social Studies...

2025-2026 High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Dodge City, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dodge City, KS
  • 90+ days ago

2025-2026 High School Social Studies Teacher Dodge City USD 443 www.usd443.org The Classroom Instructor creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development...

Middle School Gr 7 Science / Social Studies Teacher - Lakewood Middle School

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 90+ days ago

with a Science and Social Studies endorsement including grade levels 6-8 Time Frame: 2025-2026 school year Apply online only Attachment(s): Grade SevenTeacher.pdf...

Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Kansas

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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