Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Missouri

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

  • Eureka, MO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 18 hours ago

2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR Eureka High School 1.0 contract Requires Missouri Social Studies certification....

Social Studies Teacher - Grades (6-8)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in education Appropriate Missouri Teaching Certification in Social Studies (6-8) required Prior teaching experience in a school setting at the...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Sullivan, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Sullivan, MO
  • 5 days ago

Position Title: Teacher Department: Instruction Status: Exempt Terms of Employment: To be established by the Board of Education annually Reports To: Building Principal Prepared By: Superintendent...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 5 days ago

The social studies teacher is a highly qualified, state certified educator responsible for delivering specific course content in an online environment, predominantly High School History and Social Studies...

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Secondary Social Studies Teacher (Northeast High)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 5 days ago

KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Job Description Job Title: Secondary Social Studies Teacher Job Title Code: 870 Salary Grade: T01 -T06 Department: Curriculum, Instruction and Professional Development Reports...

High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Saint Clair, MO
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: High School Date Available: 08/07/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/...

26 - Social Studies Teacher - Belton High School

  • Belton, MO
  • 10 days ago
  • Belton, MO
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Teaching - High School/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 4/4/2025 Location: Belton High School Date Available: 2025-2026   Additional Information: Show/Hide Social Studies...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Aurora, MO
  • 13 days ago
  • Aurora, MO
  • 13 days ago

The Aurora R-VIII School District is seeking applicants for a Junior High Social Studies position open for the 2025-26 school year....

9-12 Social Studies Teacher

  • Eureka, MO
  • 18 days ago
  • Eureka, MO
  • 18 days ago

9-12 Social Studies Teacher Rockwood R-6 School District Eureka High School - Eureka, Missouri Job Details Job ID:5024387 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Re-Posted:Mar 13, 2025 Starting Date...

2025-2026 High School Social Studies - Alternative HS

  • Blue Springs, MO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Blue Springs, MO
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 2/4/2025 Location: Valley View High School    Alternative High School Social Studies Teacher Blue Springs School District 2025...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

  • Florissant, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Florissant, MO
  • 23 days ago

Duties MO certification required: Social Studies 5-9, Elementary 1-6 or 1-8 (6th grade only) Now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 School year....

High School Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

  • Florissant, MO
  • 23 days ago
  • Florissant, MO
  • 23 days ago

Duties MO certification required: Social Studies 5-9, or 9-12 Now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher-Middle School

  • Lebanon, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lebanon, MO
  • 45+ days ago

Must have the ability to write clearly and complete lesson plans....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • MO
  • 45+ days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher page is loaded Middle School Social Studies Teacher locations US - MO - Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR106769 Job Description...

2025-26 Secondary Social Studies Teacher (Pool Hire -Now)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 45+ days ago

2025-26 Secondary Social Studies Teacher (Pool Hire -Now) North Kansas City Schools DISTRICT WIDE - Kansas City, Missouri Job Details Job ID:4766950 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Re-Posted...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Missouri

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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