Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Michigan

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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High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Grand Ledge, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Ledge, MI
  • 2 days ago

Position: Social Studies Teacher Reports to: Building Principal Qualifications Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree....

2025-26 Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 2 days ago

studies content Provide world-class instruction in social studies to middle and high school students Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction Learn and grow by incorporating feedback...

School Information: Located in Detroit, MI, Warrendale Charter Academy opened in 2001 and serving students K-8. At Warrendale, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Warrendale...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Roseville, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Roseville, MI
  • 5 days ago

is seeking a certified secondary teacher with an RX endorsement and Highly Qualified status in Social Studies....

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 days ago

School District    Secondary Social Studies Teacher for Asher Alternative High School Please see detailed posting attached Attachment(s): Posting Secondary Social Studies Teacher Alt HS 4.2025...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Centreville, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Centreville, MI
  • 7 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher Constantine Public Schools Constantine Public Schools - Centreville, Michigan Job Details Job ID:5086687 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Posted:Apr 8, 2025...

Internal Transfer Request - CHMS Social Studies Teacher

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 8 days ago

Muskegon, MI 49442 GET DIRECTIONS Full Time Charles Hackley Middle School Request to Transfer 25.26 - Social Studies Teacher Internal applicants only Request to Transfer 25/26 Social Studies Teacher...

African Centered Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Detroit, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 11 days ago

Job Description - The ability to plan, create and deliver and/or follow lesson plans - Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and test - Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials...

Anticipated Middle School Bilingual Social Studies Teacher

  • Grandville, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Grandville, MI
  • 12 days ago

Anticipated Middle School Bilingual Social Studies Teacher JobID: 23117 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Spanish Immersion Teacher Date Posted: 4/1/2025 Location: North Rockford Middle School Closing...

2025-26 School Year: Social Studies Teacher

  • Marshall, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Marshall, MI
  • 20 days ago

Candidates must hold a Social Studies (RX) endorsement based on completion of a group major (or group minor with successful completion of Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC))....

2025-26 School Year: Social Studies Teacher

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 22 days ago

Candidates must hold a Social Studies (RX) endorsement based on completion of a group major (or group minor with successful completion of Michigan Test for Teacher Certification (MTTC))....

Social Studies Teacher (6th-8th) at Knapp Charter Academy 2025-26 School Year

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 25 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 25 days ago

School Information: Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Knapp Charter Academy opened in 1997 and serving students Young5-8. At Knapp Charter Academy, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more...

Long Term Social Studies Teacher

  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Junior High Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 3/13/2025 Location: Renton Junior High School District:   Huron School District    Attachment(s): Click here fore Details...

Part Time English & Social Studies Teacher

  • Plymouth, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MI
  • 30+ days ago

Part Time English & Social Studies Teacher Flexible Schedule | No Lesson Planning or Outside Work | One-to-One Instruction At Brightmont Academy, we believe in redefining what it means to teach!...

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Bay City, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bay City, MI
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Teaching, Middle School/ Middle School Teacher Date Posted: 2/10/2025 Location: Handy Middle School    SUMMARY: Instructs students in activities designed to promote social,...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Michigan

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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