Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

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 (1.0 FTE)

  • Elk River, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 6 days ago

, etc.) and daily lesson plans, as applicable to the teacher's particular assignment....

Social Studies Teacher - Grades 6-12

  • Mapleton, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mapleton, MN
  • 9 days ago

Schools, ISD 2135 is seeking a Social Studies Teacher, grades 6-12, for the 2025-2026 school year....

Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 10 days ago

Forest Lake Area Schools Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher in Forest Lake , Minnesota Full Time (1.0 FTE) Spanish Immersion-Social Studies Teacher is available for the 2025-2026 school year at...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 19 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) JobID: 1103 Position Type: Middle & High School Teaching, grades 6 - 12 Date Posted: 2/20/2025 Location: Upper School FTE: 1.0 FTE Job Summary: Grade 6-12 teachers...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Fridley, MN
  • 20 days ago
  • Fridley, MN
  • 20 days ago

Position Overview: Social Studies Teacher FTE: 1.0 Job Summary: Within federal and state law and regulations and district policy and practice: Responsible for the management of the instructional program...

Credit Recovery Social Studies Teacher Grades 9-12 (TEMPORARY; 4/8/25 -5/22/25; 1 day a week; 1 hr 12 min/day; includes prep) JobID: 17383 Position Type: High School Teaching/Credit Recovery Date Posted...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 27 days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 27 days ago

Position Type: Teacher Date Posted: 2/14/2025 Location: Hopkins Public Schools    Social Studies Teacher Job Summary: The Social Studies teacher will create a classroom environment which fosters...

Credit Recovery Summer 9-12 Social Studies Teacher - ALC

  • Faribault, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Faribault, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Description: The Faribault Area Learning Center is seeking a 9-12 Social Studies teacher for their summer credit recovery....

Social Studies Teacher, LTS - Roseville Area High School

  • Roseville, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 30+ days ago

Social Studies Teacher, LTS - Roseville Area High School JobID: 7797 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 2/5/2025 Location: Roseville Area High School Date Available...

Qualifications: Current Valid MN Secondary Social Studies teaching licensure Program Information: Dates of Program: June 16, 2025 through July 24, 2025 Days: Monday through Thursday Times: 7:45 am -...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Anoka, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Licensed - Social Studies/ Social Studies Teacher - High School Date Posted: 1/10/2025 Location: Blaine High School Closing Date: 01/17/2025    Social Studies Teacher Full Time...

Social Studies Teacher - Long Term Sub

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching Date Posted: 12/20/2024 Location: Woodbury High School Date Available: January 2024 Closing Date: 12/27/24 or until filled    1.0 FTE Social Studies Teacher...

7th & 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Immediate)

  • Columbia Heights, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia Heights, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Start Date: ASAP School: Columbia Heights Middle Academy Reports to: Principal Overview Prodeo Academy, a network of public charter schools serving the Twin Cities, is a meaningful education...

Social Studies Teacher, High School ALC Program

  • Shakopee, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Shakopee, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications : Minnesota Teaching License for HS Social Studies Experience with multiple instructional designs and differentiated instruction. Strong classroom management skills....

Social Studies Teacher, One Year Only

  • Wayzata, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wayzata, MN
  • 90+ days ago

fill the role of Social Studies Teacher at Wayzata High Schoo l will be given the great responsibility of continuing our long standing commitment to academic excellence....

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Minnesota offer the following education background
Master's Degree
48.4%
Bachelor's Degree
27.3%
Doctorate Degree
19.5%
High School or GED
1.9%
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 Minnesota
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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