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.

1-11 of 11 Jobs

Social Studies Teacher

  • Darby, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Darby, PA
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties: Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum for grades 6–9 Teach core social studies content including civics...

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...

1.0 Social Studies Teacher- East High School

  • Exton, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Exton, PA
  • 2 days ago

The West Chester Area School District has a Social Studies teaching position available at the secondary level (certification requirement – appropriate valid PA certification): 1.0 – Social Studies –...

6th Grade Math and Social Studies Teacher

  • Dallastown, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Dallastown, PA
  • 3 days ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

Social Studies Teacher - Anticipated Opening

  • West Grove, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • West Grove, PA
  • 10 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...

Social Studies Teacher - LTPDS

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 19 days ago

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

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher

  • Red Lion, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Red Lion, PA
  • 20 days ago

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher JobID: 1661 Position Type: Junior High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Red Lion Area Junior High School Date Available: 08/...

Middle School English and Social Studies Teachers - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 21 days ago

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

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Linesville, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Linesville, PA
  • 22 days ago

Secondary Social Studies Teacher Conneaut School District Conneaut Area Senior High School - Linesville, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Conneaut School District Job Details Job ID:5086058 Application...

Social Studies Teacher (High School) LTPDS

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Studies teacher....

[IMMEDIATE] 5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago

plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases) Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom...

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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
27.3%
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 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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