Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher

  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chambersburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher JobID: 3932 Position Type: Long Term Substitute/Long Term Substitute Teacher Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Chambersburg Senior High Date Available: 08/...

Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher

  • Zieglerville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Zieglerville, PA
  • 2 days ago

The Perkiomen Valley School District has an opening for a Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher at Middle School West....

High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 4 days ago

Position title: High School Social Studies Teacher Reports to: Principal Employment category: Full-time/10-Month/Salaried FLSA status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY Teachers are responsible for ensuring student...

(2025-2026) 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher, St. Ann School

  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities: Provide academic subject instruction by preparing lesson plans, activities, projects, and assignments in Social Studies for this school year....

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Seneca, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seneca, PA
  • 8 days ago

Cranberry Area School District in Seneca, (Venango County) PA is accepting applications for an anticipated full-time, high school social studies teacher, beginning on August 19, 2025. ** - **Secondary...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Selinsgrove, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Selinsgrove, PA
  • 16 days ago

Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Kennett Square, PA
  • 17 days ago
  • Kennett Square, PA
  • 17 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Unionville-Chadds Ford School District Charles F....

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

Social Studies Teacher, Long Term Substitute

  • Flourtown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Flourtown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities: Design and implement effective lesson plans aligned with standards. Deliver instruction across various social studies subjects....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Posted: 5/12/2025 Location: Harrisburg High School - John Harris Closing Date: 06/30/2025    Minimum Requirements All applicants must possess a valid PA teaching certificates in the area of Social...

New - Social Studies Teacher (High School)

  • Elverson, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elverson, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Twin Valley School District Every Student, Every Day POST 4/28/25 POSITIONSOCIAL STUDIES (HIGH SCHOOL) EFFECTIVE DATE 2025-2026 School Year EDUCATION....PA Level I or II Professional Certification - Social...

Social Studies Teacher - Grade 7

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 30+ days ago

2025 Location: Marshall Math and Science Academy Closing Date: 08/01/2025    Minimum Requirements All applicants must possess a valid PA teaching certificates in the area of Grades 4-8, or Social...

: 2025-26 School Year Closing Date: Until Filled Penn's Grove Middle School Grade 7-8 Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 School Year Position: Grade 7-8 Social Studies Teacher Job Summary: Permanent contracted...

Middle School Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 School Year Position: Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher Job Summary: Permanent contracted position Salary : Based on CBA Certification: Active PDE...

Social Studies Teacher - Anticipated Opening

  • West Grove, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Grove, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Openings as of 4/18/2025 Social Studies Teacher - Anticipated Opening JobID: 1170 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Civics Date Posted: 4/17/2025 Location: Avon Grove High School...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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