Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Colorado

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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View Job Description Here Information specific to this position: This position will be covering a leave of absence for an employee from 5/08/2025-5/29/2025. Percentage: 100% Work calendar days:...

(2025-2026) Certified 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Glenwood Springs, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Position Overview As a Secondary Social Studies Teacher, you will play a vital role in our collaborative team, inspiring a passion for learning, critical thinking, and active engagement in the social...

Social Studies Teacher (Part -Time)

  • Longmont, CO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 11 hours ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Teacher Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Westview Middle School Date Available: 2025/2026 School Year Closing Date: Open Until Filled    Westview...

Elementary/Middle school Social Studies Teacher

  • Longmont, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Social Studies Teacher Beginning: August 5, 2025 Hillside School seeks a dedicated and passionate part-time social studies teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

2025-26 43% English and Social Studies Teacher - Lesher Middle School

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

View Job Description Here Information specific to this position: The work calendar for this position is 8/06/2025-5/27/2026. Percentage: 43% Work calendar days: 188 Duration of position: One Year...

5/6 Social Studies Teacher

  • Eagle, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Eagle, CO
  • 2 days ago

5/6 Social Studies Teacher Employer Eagle County School District Location Eagle, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Eagle County School District Location Eagle, CO, US Salary Competitive...

Social Studies Teacher - Smoky Hill High School

  • Englewood, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 2 days ago

Social Studies Teacher - Smoky Hill High School Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location Englewood, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Cherry Creek School District No. 5 Location...

View Job Description Here Information specific to this position: This position is for the 2025-26 school year, start date to be determined and will be announced when the 2025-26 calendars have...

Social Studies Teacher (5-6th Grade) at Landmark Academy at Reunion 2025-26 School Year

  • Commerce City, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO
  • 12 days ago

School Information: Located in Commerce City, CO, Landmark Academy at Reunion opened in 2007 and serves students K-8. At Landmark, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about...

Durango School District 9-R is accepting applications for an Anitcipated position - English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher at Escalante Middle School for the 2025/2026 school year....

Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher

  • Longmont, CO
  • 14 days ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 14 days ago

Position Type: Middle / High School/ Teacher Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: Lyons Middle/Senior High School Date Available: 2025/2026 School Year Closing Date: 04/07/2025    In Lyons, we...

Social Studies Teacher (7-8th Grade) at Landmark Academy at Reunion 2025-26 School Year

  • Commerce City, CO
  • 19 days ago
  • Commerce City, CO
  • 19 days ago

Located in Commerce City, CO, Landmark Academy at Reunion opened in 2007 and serves students K-8. At Landmark, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Landmark Academy at Reunion...

25 - Social Studies Teacher (2025 - 2026 School Year)

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 27 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 27 days ago

Openings as of 3/23/2025 25 - Social Studies Teacher (2025 - 2026 School Year) JobID: 10371 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 3/19/2025 Location: Central High School Closing...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Peyton, CO
  • 27 days ago
  • Peyton, CO
  • 27 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher JobID: 18727 Position Type: Teaching - High School/Social Studies Date Posted: 3/17/2025 Location: Falcon High School Date Available: 07/28/2025 Closing Date: When...

Upper Elementary Social Studies Teacher

  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 30+ days ago

Do you possess the brilliance, enthusiasm, and innovation to transform social studies into a thrilling adventure that is both fun and challenging for students?...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Colorado

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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