Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Oreland, PA

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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Social Studies Teacher - Long Term Substitute

  • Blackwood, NJ (23 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Blackwood, NJ (23 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 13 hours ago

Social Studies Teacher - Long Term Substitute JobID: 781 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 7/8/2025 Location: BHP District Office, Blackwood NJ 08012 Closing Date: 07/22...

Anticipated High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Westmont, NJ (15 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Westmont, NJ (15 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 13 hours ago

Starting Date: September 1, 2025 Requirements: NJ Certification; Experience preferred Salary: $56,451.00- $64,551.00 (Teachers Guide) Full time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, and...

Social Studies Teacher (FF)

  • Pennsburg, PA (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Pennsburg, PA (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

POSITION TITLE: Social Studies Teacher- Upper Perkiomen High School REPORTS TO: Building Principal TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: full Time Teacher Contract, beginning 2025-2026 school year QUALIFICATIONS: PDE...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (History)

  • Philadelphia, PA (11 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (11 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans. Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor....

Social Studies Teacher (1st Semester only) LTS

  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Studies teacher....

RHS - Social Studies Teacher 25-26

  • Radnor, PA (12 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Radnor, PA (12 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 15 days ago

Studies Teacher Radnor High School Qualifications: PA Certificate: Social Studies 7-12 High School classroom experience All applicants who are interested in filling this position must apply online...

Anticipated Social Studies Teacher 1.0 FTE Contract Eligible (with proper PDE Certification )

  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

: CBSD is accepting applications for a PA certified Social Studies teacher....

Social Studies Teacher- Middle School

  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

for Teaching (a plus) Willingness to work collaboratively with fellow department members Willingness to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners Understands importance of utilizing...

Social Studies Teacher, Long Term Substitute

  • Flourtown, PA (1 mile from Oreland, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Flourtown, PA (1 mile from Oreland, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

This position will be a Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher....

Social Studies Teacher - LTPDS

  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA (13 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

COMPENSATION: $190.00 p/ full day DESCRIPTION: CBSD is accepting applications for a PA certified Social Studies teacher....

Anticipated Vacancy: Social Studies Teacher

  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

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Social Studies Teacher

  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: Holland Middle School Closing Date: 03/30/2025    Description: Per the attached JOb Description Attachment(s): Social Studies...

Social Studies Teachers

  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Teaching (a plus) Ability to differentiate instruction/rigor by course level (ie: CP, Honors, AP) Willingness to work collaboratively with fellow department members Willingness to differentiate instruction...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (24 miles from Oreland, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Valid NJ Instructional Certificate (Teacher of Social Studies or Subject Matter Specialization in Social Studies 5-8) Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for Social Studies Knowledge/Experience...

Demographic Data for Oreland, PA

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Oreland, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Oreland, PA 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 Oreland, PA
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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