Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Oregon

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

  • Prineville, OR
  • 14 hours ago
  • Prineville, OR
  • 14 hours ago

Required Certificates and Licenses: Middle School Social Studies Teaching Certification Required Residency Requirements: Must reside in Oregon....

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High School Social Studies Teacher - Butte Falls School District

  • Butte Falls, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Butte Falls, OR
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: High School Social Studies Teacher - Butte Falls School DistrictCategory: Licensed High School Social Studies Teacher - Butte Falls School District Butte Falls School District is seeking...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Prineville, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Prineville, OR
  • 5 days ago

Job Description Required Certificates and Licenses: High School Social Studies Teaching Certification Required Residency Requirements: Must reside in Oregon....

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High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Butte Falls, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Butte Falls, OR
  • 5 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher - Butte Falls School District Butte Falls School District is seeking qualified applicants for a High School Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-26 school year....

Bilingual Spanish Required We are pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for a bilingual Middle School Dual Language Social Studies Teacher / Language Arts Teacher on our team...

High School Social Studies Teacher - Riddle School District Riddle School District is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Jr./Sr....

High School Social Studies Teacher - Riddle School District

  • Riddle, OR
  • 8 days ago
  • Riddle, OR
  • 8 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher - Riddle School DistrictCategory: Licensed Jr./Sr....

Job Title: Social Studies - Social Studies Teacher - White Mountain Middle School starting 2025-2026Category: Teacher Social Studies Teacher - White Mountain Middle School Eagle Point School District...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Sweet Home, OR
  • 26 days ago
  • Sweet Home, OR
  • 26 days ago

Prefer experience with PLCs, Differentiated Instruction and PBIS....

Careers/Social Studies Teacher at PHS

  • Pendleton, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pendleton, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Careers/Social Studies Teacher at PHS PENDLETON SD 16 PENDLETON HIGH SCHOOL - Pendleton, Oregon This job is also posted in Pendleton School District 16 Job Details Job ID:5042742 Application Deadline...

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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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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Oregon

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Oregon 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 Oregon
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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