Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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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Job Description Career & Technical Education Instructor with CBI Endorsement POINTS OF INTEREST Four- day work week: Focus is open Monday through Thursday Stable, successful school environment...

6/14/2025 Monroe Local Schools Anticipated High School Social Studies Teacher 7-12prehensive certificate JobID: 13254 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Comprehensive Date Posted:...

Integrated Social Studies Teacher

  • Clayton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Clayton, OH
  • 2 days ago

Integrated Social Studies Teacher - Northmont High School Officially begins August 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year 184 annual duty days Per adopted wage schedule Must be properly licensed to teach...

5th grade ELA/ Social Studies Teacher

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

**Horizon Science Academy Elementary School is seeking a 5th grade English Language Arts and Social Studies Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year who is committed to educational success...

5th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher

  • Monroeville, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Monroeville, OH
  • 6 days ago

Elementary Teacher (5th Grade ELA / Social Studies) Qualifications: Appropriate State of Ohio Teaching LicenseClear Background CheckDemonstrates a sincere desire to aid all students Salary: Per Negotiated...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies - History Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Piqua High School Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 06/13/2025 District:   Piqua City Schools...

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies - Comprehensive Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Monroe High School Date Available: 08/11/2025 District:   Monroe Local Schools    This...

4th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • OH
  • 7 days ago
  • OH
  • 7 days ago

4th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher Licenses accepted: Primary (PK-5) Middle Childhood (4-9) or (4-6) Generalist (ELA/Social Studies) PK-8) or (1-8) License Early Childhood (PK-3 w 4/5 Generalist)...

4th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 7 days ago

Studies Teacher Licenses accepted: Primary (PK-5) Middle Childhood (4-9) or (4-6) Generalist (ELA/Social Studies) PK-8) or (1-8) License Early Childhood (PK-3 w 4/5 Generalist)...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Marion, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Marion, OH
  • 9 days ago

TitleMiddle School Social Studies 4-9 Social Studies License 7-12 History and/or Integrated Social Studies LicenseReports To:Building PrincipalSalary:Per Negotiated Salary Schedule Certificated employees...

4th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 9 days ago

Studies Teacher Licenses accepted: 1....

Social Studies Teacher - Replacement Contract

  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 9 days ago

Social Studies Teacher - Replacement Contract Dublin City Schools Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) - Columbus, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource...

Anticipated Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 9 days ago

  Additional Information: Show/Hide Anticipated Middle School Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 Attachment(s): TEACHER.pdf...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications: Appropriate 4-9 Social Studies or 7-12 Social Studies Licensure Working Conditions: 7.75 hours per day, 5 days per week, 184 days per school year calendar....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Fairfield, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfield, OH
  • 11 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (History) - Fairfield High School Must hold valid Ohio teaching certificate/license in Social Studies. TESOL endorsement preferred, but not required....

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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