Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Dracut, MA

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 7 & 8)

  • Lowell, MA (2 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lowell, MA (2 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 15 hours ago

Studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university (Masters preferred).MA certification in History or Social Studies (Grades 5-12).Strong knowledge of historical content, pedagogy...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA (24 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: The Social Studies teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and conducting a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for middle school students in grades 6-8....

Grade 6 English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher: 2025-2026

  • Dracut, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Dracut, MA
  • 2 days ago

The Richardson Middle School is seeking a Grade 6 English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year....

Grade 6 ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Sudbury, MA (21 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA (21 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 2 days ago

and Writing standards of the English Language Arts Curriculum Standards into social studies lessons; Plan and implement engaging social studies lessons using a variety of effective research-based instructional...

Long Term Substitute 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Wilmington, MA (11 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (11 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 6 days ago

We are looking for a dynamic educator to join our community as a Social Studies teacher on one of our 8th-grade teams. The candidate will teach the DESE Social Studies curriculum....

Continuing Substitute - Social Studies Teacher - Grade 7

  • Nashua, NH (8 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (8 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Information: Show/Hide POSITION: Continuing Substitute - Social Studies Teacher - Grade 7 LOCATION: Fairgrounds Middle School STARTING: 2025-2026 School Year SALARY RANGE: $44,200 - $93,938 QUALIFICATIONS...

Social Studies Teacher, 2 Positions Available (SY 25-26)

  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Position: History Social Studies Teacher Two Positions Available Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Cambridge Rindge & Latin School Community: Cambridge Rindge & Latin School is a comprehensive high school...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Tyngsboro, MA (6 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Tyngsboro, MA (6 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 12 days ago

Innovation Academy Charter School seeks a full-time, high school Social Studies teacher for the upcoming school year....

1.0 FTE High School Social Studies Teacher (Anticipated 25-26)

  • Lexington, MA (16 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, MA (16 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 15 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

Social Studies Teacher, Grade 6, One Year Appointment (SY 25-26)

  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Position: Social Studies Teacher, Grade 6 One Year Appointment - 2025/2026 School Year Vassal Lane Upper School Overview: The Social Studies Teacher will collaborate with the grade level grade team...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Nashua, NH (8 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Nashua, NH (8 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 20 days ago

: Show/Hide POSITION: Social Studies Teacher LOCATION: Nashua High School South STARTING: 2025-2026 School Year SALARY RANGE: $44,200 - $93,938 QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be NH certified or eligible...

High School Social Studies Teacher - SY 2025-2026

  • Groton, MA (14 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Groton, MA (14 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 22 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher - SY 2025-2026 Groton-Dunstable Regional School District Groton-Dunstable Regional High School - Groton, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5086681 Application Deadline...

Anticipated Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Everett, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Everett, MA (23 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 22 days ago

Anticipated Middle School Social Studies Teacher Description: Middle school social studies teachers are responsible for utilizing research-based pedagogical strategies to teach and engage diverse groups...

High School Social Studies

  • Harvard, MA (19 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Harvard, MA (19 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Social Studies at the high school level....

Grade 7 English and Social Studies Teacher

  • Belmont, MA (21 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belmont, MA (21 miles from Dracut, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Grade 7 English and Social Studies Teacher Belmont Day School seeks a dynamic, skilled, and creative English and social studies teacher to teach Grade 7 English and social studies and collaborate with...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Dracut, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Dracut, MA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
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 Dracut, MA
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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