Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Bannockburn, IL

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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Social Studies Teacher

  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (6 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a passionate Social Studies Teacher who will create a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to the needs of our diverse student population....

25-26 SY - Middle School Social Studies Teacher - Saints JFX School - Wilmette - VIC. I

  • Wilmette, IL (10 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmette, IL (10 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Visit School Website Catholic School Search The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of...

Social Studies Teacher (0.5 FTE)

  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (4 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Duties Lake Forest High School has a 0.5 FTE part-time Social Studies teacher opening for the 2025-26 school year....

25-26 SY - Middle School ELA and Social Studies Teacher - St. Josaphat - Chicago - VIC. II

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Visit School Website Zip Code 60614 The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the...

25-26 SY - Middle School Science and Social Studies Teacher - St. Ann - Chicago - VIC. III

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Visit School Website Zip Code 60608 The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the...

FT(1.0) Social Studies Teacher

  • Lake Zurich, IL (8 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (8 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Lake Zurich High School Date Available: 2025/2026 School Term   Additional Information: Show/Hide This position...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher Location: 1309 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting at $58,682, commensurate with experience Employee Type: Regular Full...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 26 days ago

Developing daily lesson plans and classroom schedule that reflects state and school requirements....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Broadview, IL (20 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Broadview, IL (20 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Develop lesson plans and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of each student....

Social Studies Teacher (6-8)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for instructional planning, including, but not limited to, providing written lesson plans and preparation in accordance with the objectives of the instructional program...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Wheeling, IL (4 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (4 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Attachment(s): Middle School Social Studies Teacher.pdf...

Social Studies Teacher with Bilingual- Ukrainian Endorsement

  • Palatine, IL (9 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palatine, IL (9 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Teacher with Bilingual-Ukrainian endorsement Qualifications: Professional Educator License with endorsements in Social Studies and Bilingual-Ukrainian Application Procedure: Apply online...

Social Studies Teacher with Bilingual- Spanish Endorsement

  • Palatine, IL (9 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Palatine, IL (9 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Teacher with Bilingual-Spanish endorsement Qualifications: Professional Educator License with endorsements in Social Studies and Bilingual-Spanish Application Procedure: Apply online...

Social Studies Teacher Anticipated SY 2025-2026

  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Social Studies Teacher Anticipated SY 2025-2026 JobID: 8661 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - Civ, Econ, Geo, Hist, etc....

ESL Social Studies Teacher Anticipated SY 2025-2026

  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Forest Park, IL (21 miles from Bannockburn, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

ESL Social Studies Teacher Anticipated SY 2025-2026 JobID: 8645 Position Type: High School Teaching/ELL Date Posted: 2/21/2025 Location: Proviso West High School Date Available: 08/12/2025 Closing Date...

Demographic Data for Bannockburn, IL

Moving to Bannockburn, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Bannockburn, IL below.


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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Bannockburn, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Bannockburn, IL 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 Bannockburn, IL
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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