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 - 1.0 FTE

  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 hours ago

Openings as of 6/14/2025 Social Studies Teacher - 1.0 FTE JobID: 20632 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 6/13/2025 Location: Dakota Middle School Date Available: 2025...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Willmar, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Willmar, MN
  • 2 days ago

Vacancy Notice June 11, 2025 Willmar Public Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Social Studies Teacher....

Spanish Immersion Social Studies Teacher

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 3 days ago

Social Studies teacher working in a middle school Spanish Immersion setting, who will also be working with English-speaking students....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Esko, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Esko, MN
  • 4 days ago

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide instruction to students in social studies in a 7-12 setting....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 7 days ago

Full Time (1.0 FTE) Middle School Social Studies Teacher is available beginning the 2025-2026 school year at Forest Lake Area Middle School....

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Oak Grove Middle School Closing Date: 6/16/25    Position: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher Effective Date...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 12 days ago

to teach Social Studies for grades 9-12....

Social Studies Teacher at Sandburg and Robbinsdale Middle Schools

  • New Hope, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • New Hope, MN
  • 12 days ago

Social Studies Teacher at Sandburg and Robbinsdale Middle Schools JobID: 7204 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: Robbinsdale and Sandburg Middle Schools...

Social Studies Teacher, 8th Grade - Central Middle School

  • Wayzata, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Wayzata, MN
  • 12 days ago

Position Type: Teachers, Middle School Date Posted: 6/2/2025 Location: Central Middle School    8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Central Middle School FTE:.67 Starting date: Fall 2025 Compensation...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 14 days ago

Information: Show/Hide Social Studies Teacher 1.00 FTE Lakeville South High School This position starts on August 25, 2025....

Social Studies Teacher .9

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 16 days ago

Position: Social Studies Teacher -.9 FTE Beginning Date: August 25, 2025 Salary: Per Teachers' Master Agreement 2023-2025 Seeking candidates with strong educational and experiential qualifications....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Elevate Online

  • Shakopee, MN
  • 17 days ago
  • Shakopee, MN
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications : Minnesota Teaching License for 6-12 Social Studies Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction. Strong classroom management skills....

Social Studies Teacher, 1.0 @ Salk Middle School

  • Elk River, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 19 days ago

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

Social Studies Teacher: Classroom

  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 24 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN
  • 24 days ago

Classroom Teacher Minimum qualifications include: Bachelors Degree required MN teaching license in Social Studies, OR a valid MN teaching license in another field and willing to obtain an Out of Field...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 25 days ago

Required Certificates and Licenses: Middle School Level Social Studies Teacher Certification This position is remote and strongly prefer candidates that reside in Missouri....

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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
27.4%
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 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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