Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Maine

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.

1-10 of 10 Jobs

Social Studies Teacher

  • Paris, ME
  • 15 hours ago
  • Paris, ME
  • 15 hours ago

Social Studies Teachers at Oxford Hills Middle School work directly with students to help them grow as thinkers, guided by the Maine Learning Results....

Social Studies Teacher grades 5-8

  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 15 hours ago

Pittsfield is also home to Maine Central Institute as well as a variety of social and cultural organizations.Interested candidates should hold a Maine 200 Social Studies (6-12) certification and be...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 17 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, ME
  • 17 hours ago

Warsaw Middle School is looking for a dynamic, motivated and creative individual to fill an open Social Studies teaching position....

and Social Studies for the 2025-2026 school year....

HS Social Studies Teacher

  • Hinckley, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Hinckley, ME
  • 1 day ago

3-5 years of experience working with students in a social studies classroom is preferred. ? Certification in History, Social Studies, Civics, or an advanced degree. ?...

Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher

  • Hiram, ME
  • 1 day ago
  • Hiram, ME
  • 1 day ago

Sacopee Valley Middle School is seeking a dynamic seventh grade social studies teacher that also incorporates literacy into the social studies class....

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School

  • Gardiner, ME
  • 4 days ago
  • Gardiner, ME
  • 4 days ago

Description: M.S.A.D. #11 is currently seeking a team-oriented, energetic, and creative educator to join the Gardiner Regional Middle School teaching staff as a Social Studies Teacher....

Middle Level English Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher The Adams School in Castine is seeking a certified teacher, with strong English and/or social studies backgrounds, to instruct students in grades...

Anticipated Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher

  • Gray, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Gray, ME
  • 7 days ago

MSAD15 *Anticipated* Grade 7 ~ Social Studies Teacher Gray-New Gloucester ~ Middle School The Gray-New Gloucester Middle School seeks a dynamic Middle Level Educator to join our team!...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • South Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 14 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher For the 2025-26 Academic Year Holy Cross School is seeking a dynamic full-time Middle School Social Studies teacher....

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Maine

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Maine 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 Maine
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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