Social Studies Teacher Jobs in North Carolina

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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Apex Honors Social Studies Teacher

  • Apex, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Middle School/ Social Studies Date Posted: 1/28/2022 Location: East Side Charter School (High-Needs School) Date Available: District:   East Side Charter School    JOB TITLE...

Title I Teacher - Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-8

  • Burnsville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Burnsville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Must hold a valid NC license in Middle Grades Social Studies 6-9 (78400). This is a one-year position for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Spencer, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Spencer, NC
  • 3 days ago

Purpose: To plan, organize, and present instruction and instructional environments, which help the student learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their education and social...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Valdese, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Valdese, NC
  • 3 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher Job title Teacher Reports to School Administrator Salary State Salary Schedule + local supplement FLSA Status Exempt Job purpose Performs difficult professional work...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Smithfield, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithfield, NC
  • 3 days ago

REPORTS TO : Principal SUPERVISES : May coordinate and direct the activities of teacher assistants. PURPOSE : To plan, organize and present instruction and instructional environments that help...

MS Social Studies Teacher- Greensboro

  • Apex, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 3 days ago

plans for grade level/subject areas....

HS Social Studies Teacher - Apex

  • Apex, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Apex, NC
  • 3 days ago

plans for grade level/subject areas....

2025-2026 Middle Grades Social Studies Teacher (6-9) Job Pool

  • Albemarle, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Albemarle, NC
  • 3 days ago

Essential Job Functions Develops lesson plans and instructional materials providing effective teaching strategies....

9-12 Social Studies Teacher (2024-2025)

  • Burlington, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 3 days ago

POSITION TITLE Teacher (K-12) SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Assigned School/ Assigned Discipline SALARY Teacher Salary Schedule plus supplement FLSA STATUS Exempt REPORTS TO Principal SUPERVISES Students;...

Grade 6 Social Studies Teacher

  • Kannapolis, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC
  • 4 days ago

Grade 6 Social Studies Teacher Kannapolis City Schools Kannapolis Middle School 6 - Kannapolis, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs Job Details Job ID:5253722 Application...

Social Studies Teacher (318107)

  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 4 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (318107) Hickory City Schools Hickory Career & Arts Magnet High School - Hickory, North Carolina This job is also posted in Hickory City Schools (NC), and North Carolina School...

6-8 ELA/Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Elon, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Elon, NC
  • 4 days ago

6-8 ELA/Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) Alamance-Burlington Schools Western Alamance Middle School - Elon, North Carolina This job is also posted in Alamance-Burlington School System, and North Carolina...

English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year Onslow County Public Schools Swansboro Middle - Swansboro, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Laurinburg, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Laurinburg, NC
  • 6 days ago

REPORTS TO: Principal SUPERVISES: May coordinate and direct the activities of teacher assistants. PURPOSE: To plan, organize and present instruction and instructional environments that help...

Grade 7 ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Kannapolis, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Kannapolis, NC
  • 6 days ago

Grade 7 ELA/Social Studies Teacher Kannapolis City Schools Kannapolis Middle School 7/8 - Kannapolis, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs Job Details Job ID:5249085...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Social Studies Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in North Carolina

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in North Carolina offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.3%
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 North Carolina
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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