Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

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 (Multiple Positions)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

a hard-working, passionate, and goal-oriented educator to join our team as a Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher .1 FTE (Grades 9-12 Online)

  • Elk River, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 1 day ago

plans, conducts online instruction and evaluates and assesses student performance....

Social Studies Teacher .4 FTE (Grades 9-12 Online)

  • Elk River, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 1 day ago

plans, conducts online instruction and evaluates and assesses student performance....

Social Studies Teacher (3 Openings)

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 2 days ago

students in social studies....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Teacher Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: Jefferson High School Closing Date: 3/25/25    Position: Social Studies Teacher Effective Date: 25...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 5 days ago

Social Studies Teacher 1.00 FTE Lakeville North High School This position begins on August 25, 2025....

Social Studies Teacher - Online Learning, 0.8 FTE

  • Edina, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Edina, MN
  • 6 days ago

POSITION: Social Studies Teacher - Online Learning DATES/HOURS: 0.8 FTE LOCATION: Edina Virtual Pathway START DATE: August 18, 2025 LICENSURE REQUIREMENT(S): Social Studies license issued through the...

Social Studies Teacher (3 openings)

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Teacher Date Posted: 3/19/2025 Location: Kennedy High School Date Available: August 25, 2025 Closing Date: until filled    Position: Social...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Delano, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Delano, MN
  • 6 days ago

as a social studies teacher....

Summer School Social Studies Teacher

  • Waite Park, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Waite Park, MN
  • 7 days ago

Summer School Social Studies Teacher JobID: 7895 Position Type: Summer School (Grades 9-12)/Licensed Date Posted: 3/12/2025 Location: ALC McKinley TYPE OF POSITION: Monday - Thursday, 4.5 hours a day...

Social Studies Teacher (1.0 FTE)

  • Elk River, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 18 days ago

, etc.) and daily lesson plans, as applicable to the teacher's particular assignment....

Social Studies Teacher - Grades 6-12

  • Mapleton, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Mapleton, MN
  • 21 days ago

Schools, ISD 2135 is seeking a Social Studies Teacher, grades 6-12, for the 2025-2026 school year....

Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 21 days ago

Forest Lake Area Schools Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher in Forest Lake , Minnesota Full Time (1.0 FTE) Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher is available for the 2025-2026 school year at...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) JobID: 1103 Position Type: Middle & High School Teaching, grades 6 - 12 Date Posted: 2/20/2025 Location: Upper School FTE: 1.0 FTE Job Summary: Grade 6-12 teachers...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Fridley, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fridley, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Position Overview: Social Studies Teacher FTE: 1.0 Job Summary: Within federal and state law and regulations and district policy and practice: Responsible for the management of the instructional program...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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