Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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

  • Seekonk, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Seekonk, MA
  • 10 hours ago

TITLE: Middle School Social Studies Teacher TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time (1.0); 2025-2026 school year; salary commensurate with experience and education, as set forth in the agreement between the Seekonk...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Shrewsbury, MA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Shrewsbury, MA
  • 20 hours ago

Saint Johns High School Social Studies Teacher - Grades 7-12 Deadline to Apply: Friday, July 11, 2025 POSITION: Saint Johns High School is seeking a full-time social studies teacher with flexibility...

Social Studies Teacher - Nahs

  • MA
  • 1 day ago
  • MA
  • 1 day ago

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER 2025 - 2026 SCHOOL YEAR FULL-TIME NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOL Responsible for curriculum planning and assessment with the goal of teaching to all students represented....

Social Studies Teacher

  • North Attleboro, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • North Attleboro, MA
  • 1 day ago

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER2025 2026 SCHOOL YEARFULL-TIMENORTH ATTLEBOROUGH HIGH SCHOOLResponsible for curriculum planning and assessment with the goal of teaching to all students represented....

2025 -2026 High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

BACPS is seeking dynamic, talented, and dedicated teachers in social studies areas to join the school community....

R 2687 2025-2026 Social Studies Teacher - BIS

  • Hyannis, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 7 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Barnstable Intermediate School JOB GOAL: In a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth: To help students learn subject matter, skills, attitudes and appreciations...

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher

  • Whitman, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Whitman, MA
  • 9 days ago

For the 2025-26 School Year, effective August 25, 2025 JOB GOALS: To instruct students in accordance with the educational philosophy, course objectives, and curriculum of the District To provide...

Social Studies Teacher with Department Head Responsabilities

  • Framingham, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 11 days ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Social Studies Teachers. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Exempt (Professional)....

Special Education Social Studies Teacher

  • Framingham, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 13 days ago

Special Education Social Studies Teacher Framingham Public Schools Walsh Middle School - Framingham, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Framingham Public Schools Job Details Job ID:5155521 Application...

History / Social Studies Teacher: Fairhaven High School

  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 13 days ago

History / Social Studies Teacher: Fairhaven High School Fairhaven Public Schools Fairhaven High School - Fairhaven, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5227980 Application Deadline:Posted until filled...

Gr. 7 ELA/ Social Studies Teacher Whittier Middle School

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 15 days ago

ALL QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION Title of Position: middle school gr 7 ELA/SOCIAL sTUDIES Teacher - Bilingual preferred Work Year: August - June Effective Date of Employment: 2025...

Social Studies Teacher with Department Head Responsabilities

  • Framingham, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 16 days ago

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Social Studies Teachers. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Exempt (Professional)....

Social Studies Teacher Grade 6 - 1 Year

  • Brookline, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 17 days ago

Job Description: Brookline Social Studies teachers guide students to make personal connections to history and geography and appreciate historical contributions of individuals and groups....

Social Studies Teacher - SY 2025-2026

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 18 days ago

Social Studies Teacher - SY 2025-2026 New Bedford Public Schools Normandin Middle School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5204267 Application Deadline:Aug 01, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC) Posted...

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School

  • Revere, MA
  • 19 days ago
  • Revere, MA
  • 19 days ago

Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school year Work directly with all school staff members Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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