Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Missouri

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

  • MO
  • 19 hours ago
  • MO
  • 19 hours ago

Social Studies Teachers provide instruction, support, and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher - Buerkle Middle School

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student....

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Ashland, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, MO
  • 1 day ago

Southern Boone High School is looking for a Social Studies Teacher to join our high school faculty....

2025-26 Social Studies Teacher, North Kansas City High School

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher - 6th Grade

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher - 6th Grade Park Hill School District Walden Middle School - Kansas City, Missouri This job is also posted in Park Hill School District Job Details Job ID:5089742...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Sullivan, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Sullivan, MO
  • 3 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher Sullivan School District C-2 Sullivan High School - Sullivan, Missouri This job is also posted in Sullivan School District Job Details Job ID:5094203 Application Deadline...

Classroom Teacher / Social Studies2025-26 Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Platte City, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Platte City, MO
  • 4 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Missouri $43k - $72k Per Year Classroom Teacher / Social Studies2025-26 Middle School Social Studies Teacher Platte Co R-III Occupation: Teachers and Instructors...

Science/Social Studies Teacher

  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Ann, MO
  • 5 days ago

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR (Posted: 04/25/2025) POSITION: Hoech Middle School Science/Social Studies Teacher QUALIFICATIONS: Requires Middle School Science Certification or Social Science Certification....

Social Studies Teacher Ritenour High School

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 6 days ago

SALARY: Teacher Salary Schedule DEADLINE: Open until filled JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Social Studies Teacher The high school social studies teacher provides instruction in the area of social studies...

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Festus, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Festus, MO
  • 6 days ago

Show/Hide The Festus School District is seeking applicants for the 2025-26 school year for the position of: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher @ Festus Middle School Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelors...

SY 25-26 Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 days ago

Create lesson plans and activities to implement and supplement instruction. Maintain accurate student records including attendance, grades, and discipline....

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 20 days ago

The social studies teacher is a highly qualified, state certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment, predominantly High School History and Social Studies...

Remote Work

26 - Social Studies Teacher - Belton High School

  • Belton, MO
  • 25 days ago
  • Belton, MO
  • 25 days ago

Position Type: Teaching - High School/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Belton High School Date Available: 2025-2026   Additional Information: Show/Hide Social Studies...

9-12 Social Studies Teacher

  • Eureka, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 30+ days ago

9-12 Social Studies Teacher Rockwood R-6 School District Eureka High School - Eureka, Missouri Job Details Job ID:5024387 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Re-Posted:Mar 13, 2025 Starting Date...

2025-2026 High School Social Studies - Alternative HS

  • Blue Springs, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Blue Springs, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 2/4/2025 Location: Valley View High School    Alternative High School Social Studies Teacher Blue Springs School District 2025...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Missouri

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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