Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Louisiana

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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5th ELA/Social Studies Teacher- Belle Place Elementary

  • New Iberia, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Iberia, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/5th Grade Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Belle Place Elementary   Additional Information: Show/Hide Apply online: Upload the following to the...

Certified Social Studies Teacher

  • Dry Prong, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dry Prong, LA
  • 3 hours ago

For More information, contact Principal Kathy Smith Phone number: ... Email: [email protected] or- HR Director Melissa Steelman Phone number: ... Email: [email protected] To apply for this job...

Middle School Teacher (Target School) - Social Studies Teacher

  • Terrytown, LA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Terrytown, LA
  • 15 hours ago

Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly. Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations. Reports promptly for all assigned duties....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher- (VACANT NOW)

  • Brusly, LA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Brusly, LA
  • 15 hours ago

plans, assignments, and assessments....

5th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher- (VACANT NOW)

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago

plans, assignments, and assessments....

4th Grade ELA/Social Studies Teacher- (VACANT NOW)

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 6 days ago

plans, assignments, and assessments....

Secondary Teacher (Target School) - Social Studies Teacher

  • Grand Isle, LA
  • 6 days ago
  • Grand Isle, LA
  • 6 days ago

Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly. Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations. Reports promptly for all assigned duties....

Social Studies Teacher Middle School

  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 7 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Middle School JobID: 1381 Position Type: High School/Social Studies- Middle School Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Bogalusa High School Date Available: 04/07/2025    Attachment...

Science/Social Studies Teacher 4th Grade

  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 7 days ago

Science/Social Studies Teacher 4th Grade JobID: 1375 Position Type: Elementary School/Science/Social Studies Teacher Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Central Elementary School Date Available: 04/07/2025...

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Ruston, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ruston, LA
  • 15 days ago

Secondary Social Studies Teacher JobID: 1919 Position Type: Secondary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/31/2025 Location: Ruston High School Date Available: 08/11/2025   Description: See attached...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher - 8th Grade

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher - 8th Grade The Episcopal School of Baton Rouge seeks a Middle School Social Studies teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year....

Middle School Teacher - 6th ELA Honors

  • Marrero, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Marrero, LA
  • 16 days ago

Plans and prepares for classes, submitting lesson plans weekly. Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work locations. Reports promptly for all assigned duties....

group instruction as needed....

Social Studies Teacher-Elem/Middle (2025-26)

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 21 days ago

POSITION DETAILS ReNEW Schools seeks experienced teachers in Social Studies (grades 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8)....

K-5th Social Studies Teacher Applicant Pool - IDEA Southern Louisiana Region (24-25) Employer IDEA Public Schools Location Baton Rouge, LA, United States Salary Competitive categories Employer IDEA...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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