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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Full-Time Social Studies Teacher

  • Mansfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

Studies Teacher.Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:U.S....

Social Studies Teacher - Long Term Substitute (School Year)

  • Milford, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 3 days ago

Substitute (School-Year) Location:Milford High School Schedule:2025-2026 School Year Salary:TBD To Start:August 25, 2025 Qualifications: Massachusetts Department of Education Teacher License -History/Social...

Social Studies Teacher Mid-Year Replacement 2025/2026

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 3 days ago

Social Studies Teacher 2025/2026 MID-YEAR RELACEMENT ANTICIPATED POSITION START DATE 12/25 Gr....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher [SY25/26]

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 4 days ago

What is the Middle School Social Studies Teacher role?...

25-26 Social Studies Teacher, Grades 7/8 (.50 FTE / 1 Year Appointment)

  • Somerville, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 5 days ago

25-26 Social Studies Teacher, Grades 7/8 (.50 FTE / 1 Year Appointment) Somerville Public Schools DISTRICT WIDE - Somerville, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5227798 Application Deadline:Posted until...

History / Social Studies Teacher: Fairhaven High School

  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 5 days ago

available upon request Job Requirements Certified/Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

25-26 Social Studies Teacher (.50 FTE)

  • Somerville, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 5 days ago

25-26 Social Studies Teacher (.50 FTE) Somerville Public Schools SOMERVILLE HIGH SCHOOL - Somerville, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5228042 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Jun 10,...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Athol, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Athol, MA
  • 10 days ago

The Athol-Royalston Regional School District is looking for a Social Studies teacher at AtholHigh School....

ELA/Social Studies Teacher - Grades 7-8

  • Monson, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Monson, MA
  • 10 days ago

Applicant must be certified or certifiable by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

History/Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026 School Year) - Whitcomb Middle School

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 11 days ago

Studies Teacher covering grades 6-8 SEI Endorsement on DESE License Required Knowledge of MA History and Social Science Curriculum Framework, Common Core State Standards, and the integration of reading...

Social Studies Teacher

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 11 days ago

Position: Social Studies Teacher Summary: Provide rigorous lessons aligned to the Common Core Standards and MA State Frameworks that promote independent thinking, creative problem solving, and intellectual...

SY25-26 Duggan Academy Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

Studies at the middle and/or high school level preferred Appropriate content/program area and grade level educator license (Social Science) from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...

SY25-26 Springfield Legacy Academy Bilingual Social Studies Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

Studies at the middle and/or high school level preferred Appropriate content/program area (History/Social Science) and grade level license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 15 days ago

The teacher is the district's primary agent for instruction with responsibility for presenting the prescribed curriculum effectively and employing a diagnostic/prescriptive approach to...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lawrence, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA
  • 17 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Boston Central Catholic High School - Lawrence, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5198478 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Yesterday...

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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
48.4%
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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