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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Social Studies Teacher

  • South Yarmouth, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • South Yarmouth, MA
  • 6 hours ago

Social Studies teachers are responsible for utilizing research-based pedagogical strategies to teach and engage diverse groups of students....

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

  • Dracut, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dracut, MA
  • 6 hours ago

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

Elementary ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Hadley, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hadley, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Planning, developing and implementing lesson plans and class curriculum compliant with state standards/Common Core under the supervision and with the advice of the Principal or designee.Developing and...

Social Studies Teacher -- Charter Middle School -- 2025-2026

  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA
  • 1 day ago

studies teacher you'll create learning experiences that guide students to develop an in depth understanding of concepts....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Barre, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Barre, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Quabbin Regional School District is seeking a dedicated, talented, and certified secondary social studies teacher to work as a member of our instructional team....

Grade 6 ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Sudbury, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sudbury, MA
  • 3 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...

Social Studies Teacher - Grade 7

  • Fall River, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Fall River, MA
  • 3 days ago

Provides individual and small-group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes, and cultural backgrounds....

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Williamstown, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Williamstown, MA
  • 3 days ago

Mount Greylock is committed to making social studies an accessible and relevant subject to all students....

Social Studies Teacher (Grade 7/8) Brennan Middle School

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 3 days ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

Anticipated Social Studies Teacher - 2025-2026

  • Blackstone, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Blackstone, MA
  • 4 days ago

BMR is looking for a Social Studies teacher to join our team!We are looking for someone interested in being part of a collaborative team in a great community....

Social Studies Teacher (Gr 8 Civics)

  • Harwich, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Harwich, MA
  • 6 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (Gr 8 Civics) Monomoy Regional School District Monomoy Regional High School - Harwich, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5022462 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted...

Immediate Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Long Term Sub)

  • Needham, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Needham, MA
  • 7 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction....

History/Social Studies Teacher (Grades 9-12)

  • Lowell, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 7 days 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...

History/Social Studies Teacher - Leominster Academy/LCE

  • Leominster, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 7 days ago

About the Role: As a Social Studies Teacher in this flexible, student-driven environment, you will: Teach high school Social Studies courses (e.g., U.S....

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher, Gr. 7

  • Brookline, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 7 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....

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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
27.3%
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 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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