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...

Description: Substitute Teacher - Social Studies, 1 FTE Job Summary: Dates needed 8/11/2025 - 9/14/2025, 7.75 hours per day....

Social Studies Teacher - Mansfield Middle School

  • Mansfield, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, OH
  • 1 day ago

There is a Social Studies Teacher position open for Mansfield Senior High School for the 2025-2026 school year. ** **Job Goal**: To provide leadership for learning at the classroom level....

Social Studies Teacher - Substitute For Fmla

  • Mason, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 2 days ago

Description: Substitute Teacher - Social Studies, 1 FTE Job Summary: Dates needed 8/11/2025 - 9/14/2025, 7.75 hours per day....

Long-Term Substitute High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: Wyoming High School District:   Wyoming City Schools   Attachment(s): Enter file description...

Social Studies Teacher - Substitute For Fmla

  • West Chester, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • West Chester, OH
  • 2 days ago

Description: Substitute Teacher - Social Studies, 1 FTE Job Summary: Dates needed 8/11/2025 - 9/14/2025, 7.75 hours per day....

Social Studies Teacher - Substitute For Fmla

  • Hamilton, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton, OH
  • 3 days ago

Description: Substitute Teacher - Social Studies, 1 FTE Job Summary: Dates needed 8/11/2025 - 9/14/2025, 7.75 hours per day....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Mansfield, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Mansfield, OH
  • 3 days ago

Studies Teacher position open for Mansfield Senior High School for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher - Substitute For Fmla

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago

Description: Substitute Teacher - Social Studies, 1 FTE Job Summary: Dates needed 8/11/2025 - 9/14/2025, 7.75 hours per day....

Long-Term Substitute High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: Wyoming High School District:   Wyoming City Schools    Attachment(s): Enter file description...

English-Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher (Elementary 1-8, K-8, Middle Childhood 4-9 or Adol to Young Adult 7-12 certificate/license required) Please upload transcripts when applying EQUAL EMPLOYMENT...

Science/Social Studies Teacher -Fulton Elementary

  • Springfield, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Springfield, OH
  • 3 days ago

Science/Social Studies Teacher -Fulton Elementary JobID: 5825 Position Type: Teaching - Elementary School Date Posted: 7/10/2025 Location: Fulton Elementary (High-Needs School) Date Available: 2025-...

Science/Social Studies Teacher -Fulton Elementary

  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 3 days ago

Who We Are: The Springfield City School District, home to The John Legend Theatre, is seeking a 4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher at Fulton Elementary School for the 2025-2026 school year....

English-Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago

Studies Teacher (Elementary 1-8, K-8, Middle Childhood 4-9 or Adol to Young Adult 7-12 certificate/license required) Please upload transcripts when applying EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Attachment...

Anticipated 7th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Wyoming Middle School District:   Wyoming City Schools   Attachment(s): Enter file description...

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Social Studies Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Social Study of Science and Technology
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Becoming a Teacher
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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
48.3%
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 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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