Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Kentucky

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 Social Studies Teacher

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 17 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 17 hours ago

on the DCPS certified salary schedule Hours Per Day: 7 Contracted Days: 186 QUALIFICATIONS Required: Bachelor’s Degree in field of assignment Valid Kentucky Teaching Certification for middle school Social...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 days ago

Teacher Description High school teaching position to provide core content instruction in the field of social studies (Grades 9-12) Comments Start Date 07/01/2025 Posted Date 03/13/2025 Vacancy Type...

.7 Social Studies Teacher for High School

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 4 days ago

School Description.7 Social Studies Teacher for High School for the 2025-2026 School Year Comments Contact Principal ......

Social Studies Teacher

  • Covington, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Covington, KY
  • 5 days ago

YEAR 2024-2025 SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL DATE POSTED: 03/12/2024 QUALIFICATIONS: Hold bachelor's degree and required Kentucky certification for assigned position....

Social Studies Teacher for Middle School

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 5 days ago

School Description Social Studies Teacher for Middle School for the 2025-2026 School Year Comments Contact Principal ......

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lebanon, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Lebanon, KY
  • 6 days ago

Studies Teacher Description Social Studies Teacher at Marion County High School Comments The Marion County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin...

High School Social Studies Teacher at Grace James AcademyJOB ID 34671

  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Studies Teacher at Grace James AcademyJOB ID 34671 Description Plans, organizes and delivers the program of instruction based on approved curriculum; monitors, evaluates, and communicates student progress...

English/Social Studies Teacher

  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Thomas, KY
  • 6 days ago

Description Seeking a high school English/Social Studies teacher for a full-time position beginning the 2025-26 school year....

Social Studies Teacher (Grades 6-8) (25-26 school year) - SMS

  • Henderson, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Henderson, KY
  • 6 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (Grades 6-8) (25-26 school year) - SMS Henderson County Schools South Middle School - Henderson, Kentucky This job is also posted in Henderson County Schools Job Details Job ID...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Florence, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 7 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher @ Boone County High School Comments Start Date 08/11/2025 Posted Date 03/10/2025 Vacancy Type Full-Time Grade Level 9-12 High School Organization Boone County...

Studies Teacher-Kammerer Middle School (2025-2026) start time 8:40am Description Plans, organizes and delivers the program of instruction based on approved curriculum; monitors, evaluates, and communicates...

Studies Teacher #5 (6th Grade) - Hudson Middle School (2025-2026) *Enhanced Support Stipend Eligible School - Start Time 8:40 Description Plans, organizes and delivers the program of instruction based...

Social Studies Teacher, Zoneton (2025-2026) (13489)

  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 7 days ago

(2025-2026) (13489) Description ZMS is hiring a social studies teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher, Zoneton (2025-2026)

  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY
  • 7 days ago

ZMS is hiring a social studies teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Stanford, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Stanford, KY
  • 7 days ago

LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS Job Description CLASS TITLE: Certified Teacher REPORTS TO: School Principal/Director APPROVED: April 21, 2022 EXEMPT STATUS: Exempt NUMBER OF DAYS: 185 BASIC FUNCTION: To...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Kentucky

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Kentucky offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
Doctorate Degree
19.5%
High School or GED
1.9%
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 Kentucky
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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