Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Benicia, CA

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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7th Grade Core, Social Studies, Teacher, 0.20-0.40 FTE

  • Albany, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago

content standards and course of study adopted by the school district DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES- E=Essential Duties Provides individual or small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to...

Joseph Notre Dame High School- Social Studies teacher

  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Call We are currently seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) social studies teacher to teach US History and AP US History....

7th Grade Core, English and Social Studies, Teacher, 1.0 FTE

  • Albany, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 8 days ago

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under the direction of the Principal, teach History and English content and skills, utilizing California State Standards. DUTIES - E=Essential Duties Selects books and...

Job Summary Job Summary Middle School 7th Grade World History Benicia USD gives credit for all years of service!!! View Job Description Single Subject Teaching Credential - Social Science EL...

2025-2026 ELA/ Social Studies Teacher

  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Starting salary is $62,000 per year and is competitive with nearby districts Health and Dental Coverage One hour of prep and one hour of lunch each day Each teacher has an...

Social Studies Teacher 1.0 FTE, Castro Valley High School, 2025/2026

  • Castro Valley, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Castro Valley, CA (23 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary District Benefit contribution (full year): Single Plan $7,500 Member plus one $8,000 Family plan $8,500 If a member does not receive health insurance through CVUSD they...

25-26 Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • San Pablo, CA (13 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Pablo, CA (13 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher Division: Upper School Location: Beta Academy (San Pablo)/ChangeMakers Academy (Vallejo) Reports to: Assistant Principal Status: Full-time...

Social Studies Teacher (Middle School)

  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, CA (16 miles from Benicia, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

**We are currently hiring for the 2025-2026 school year** Job Description Title: Social Studies Teacher Division : Middle School Reports to: Middle School Assistant Principal Status : Full-time, Exempt...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Benicia, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Benicia, CA 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 Benicia, CA
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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