Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Vermont

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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Candidates must have middle-level experience and be knowledgeable in the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), the College, Career, and Civic Life (C3) Framework for Social Studies Standards, trauma-informed...

Alternative Program Social Studies Teacher (25-26)

  • Barre, VT
  • 2 days ago
  • Barre, VT
  • 2 days ago

Spaulding Educational Alternatives (SEA) in the BUUSD is seeking an innovative high school social studies teacher to thoughtfully guide students in grade 9-12 with IEPs, beginning in the 2025-2026 school...

7/8 Grade Social Studies Teacher (anticipated 2025-2026)

  • Derby, VT
  • 3 days ago
  • Derby, VT
  • 3 days ago

7/8 Grade Social Studies Teacher (anticipated 2025-2026) North Country Supervisory Union North Country Junior High School - Derby, Vermont Job Details Job ID:5098757 Application Deadline:Posted until...

Grade 3 ELA/Social Studies Teacher (25-26 School Year)

  • Barre, VT
  • 7 days ago
  • Barre, VT
  • 7 days ago

Barre Town Middle and Elementary School seeks applications for elementary teachers to teach ELA and Social Studies for the 2025/2026 school year....

Long Term Substitute - Social Studies Teacher

  • Bristol, VT
  • 7 days ago
  • Bristol, VT
  • 7 days ago

Job Requirements Vermont issued professional educator license with 7-12 Social Studies endorsement...

Demographic Data for Vermont

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Vermont

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Vermont 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 Vermont
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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