Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Louisiana

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 (Secondary)

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago

UPLOAD ALL DOCUMENTS REQUESTED Applicants must have a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate which includes certification in the area of employment as specified by Bulletin 746, Revised, Louisiana...

Social Studies Teacher (US History / Civics)

  • Mansfield, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Mansfield, LA
  • 6 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (US History / Civics) JobID: 2966 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 6/26/2025 Location: North DeSoto High School   Additional Information...

5th Grade Social Studies Teacher- (VACANT NOW)

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 7 days ago

plans, assignments, and assessments....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Part-Time)

  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Central, LA
  • 7 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Part-Time) Published: 06/20/2025 Annunciation Catholic School in West Hollywood, Florida has an opening for a part-time Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-26 school...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher at Franklin Jr High

  • Centerville, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Centerville, LA
  • 7 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher at Franklin Jr High JobID: 799 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 6/23/2025 Location: FRANKLIN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Additional Information...

3rd 4th grade Science Social Studies Teacher

  • Morgan City, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Morgan City, LA
  • 9 days ago

3rd 4th grade Science Social Studies Teacher Assumption Parish School District Bayou L'Ourse Primary School - Morgan City, Louisiana This job is also posted in Assumption Parish School District Job...

Middle School ELA and Social Studies Teacher

  • Mansfield, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Mansfield, LA
  • 12 days ago

Middle School ELA and Social Studies Teacher JobID: 2962 Position Type: Middle School Teaching Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: Logansport High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide TITLE...

Lab School Teaching Associate 3 or Instructor (Secondary Social Studies)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago

Job Posting Title: Lab School Teaching Associate 3 or Instructor (Secondary Social Studies) Position Type: Faculty Department: LSUAM HSE - ULS - High School (Aimee Elizabeth Welch-James (00011665))...

Teacher, Secondary (Social Studies) (2025-2026)

  • Livingston, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Livingston, LA
  • 19 days ago

Openings as of 6/14/2025 Teacher, Secondary (Social Studies) (2025-2026) JobID: 9334 Position Type: Instructional/Teacher, Secondary Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Vero Beach High Description: Knowledge...

MS Social Studies Teacher

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 27 days ago

As a MS Social Studies Teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher, LSD (Louisiana School for the Deaf)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 28 days ago

The LA SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking applicants for a Middle School Social Studies Teacher, LSD (Louisiana School for the Deaf) This position is currently located in the Elementary School but is...

Autism Teacher

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 29 days ago

UPLOAD ALL DOCUMENTS REQUESTED Applicants must have a valid Louisiana Teaching Certificate which includes certification in the area of employment as specified by Bulletin 746, Revised, Louisiana...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Civics Date Posted: 5/28/2025 Location: Central High School    Attachment(s): Teacher Job Description...

4th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher

  • Mansfield, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mansfield, LA
  • 30+ days ago

4th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher JobID: 2919 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Teacher Date Posted: 4/30/2025 Location: Mansfield Elementary School   Additional Information...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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