Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Bronx, NY

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

  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (10 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Social Studies Teacher JobID: 6752 Position Type: Teaching Opportunities 2025/2026 School Year Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: Jersey City Public Schools Closing Date: 12/31/2025   Additional...

History & Social Studies Teacher, 8th Grade - Adventure in the City

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 4 days ago

History/Social Studies Teacher: 8th Grade Adventure in the City Summer Program Liberty LEADS is a NYC-based college access program that has served over 200 underrepresented children between 5th and...

History & Social Studies Teacher, 8th Grade

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Employer Name:** Bank Street College of Education History/Social Studies Teacher: 8th Grade Adventure in the City Summer Program Liberty LEADS is a NYC-based college access program that has served over...

Social Studies Teacher - High School

  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (24 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: High School Date Available: 2024-2025 Closing Date: 04/20/2025    2024-2025 School Year Social Studies Teacher...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Probationary)

  • Scarsdale, NY (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Scarsdale, NY (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 8 days ago

/Hide Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Probationary) Scarsdale Middle School is seeking talented, experienced, and innovative candidates for a Social Studies probationary position....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher, 2025-2026

  • New York City, NY (8 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • New York City, NY (8 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Responsibilities Plan and teach highly engaging, academically rigorous Social Studies curriculum and lessons, aligned with HVA's standards and deeper learning pedagogical philosophy Invest several hours...

High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) Newark, NJGateway Academy (Newark, NJ) /Full-Time /On-Site OUR MISSION BRICK is on a mission to support families from pre-cradle-to-career through holistic...

School Social Studies Teachers Middle School And High School

  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago

THE FOLLOWING POSITION(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE: School Social Studies Teachers Middle School and High School (New Jersey Certification Required) Salary Range: ($64,446 - $98,861) Applicants interested...

Social Studies Teacher - Summer 2025

  • Ridgewood, NJ (15 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ (15 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications: NJ Social Studies Teacher Certification or NJ Teacher of Social Studies Grades 5-8 Must demonstrate knowledge of NJSLS in Social Studies Must be able to effectively communicate with...

2025- 2026 Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 20 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 20 days ago

If so, you may be an excellent fit for our Middle School Social Studies teacher opening....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Oakland, NJ (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Oakland, NJ (21 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 21 days ago

Position Type: Teachers/Social Studies - Economics Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location: Both Schools Date Available: 09/01/2025 Closing Date: 04/18/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Social...

Anticipated Middle School Social Studies Teacher (2025-26)

  • Montville, NJ (24 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (24 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Strong background in History and Social Studies electives Familiarity with the use of technology, differentiated instruction, and Student Learning Standards in the Social Studies Classroom Knowledge...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago

instruction Teaching and enforcing school-wide systems and structures Participating in whole school events and home visits to help build strong trusting relationships with students and their families...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Franklin Lakes, NJ (20 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Franklin Lakes, NJ (20 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 22 days ago

In search of a Full-Time tenure track Middle School Social Studies teacher who possesses the appropriate NJ Certification for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teachers - 8th Grade

  • Hackensack, NJ (8 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (8 miles from Bronx, NY)
  • 23 days ago

Certification Social Studies/History Required; SE Certification a plus....

Demographic Data for Bronx, NY

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Bronx, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Bronx, NY 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 Bronx, NY
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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