Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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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9-12 Social Studies Teacher

  • East Canton, OH
  • 9 hours ago
  • East Canton, OH
  • 9 hours ago

9-12 Social Studies Teacher Integrated Social Studies Licensure 7-12 Government, Economics, Sociology, Psychology Job Objectives: Plans, implements, and evaluates student learning experiences....

ELA & Social Studies Teacher

  • Athens, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Athens, OH
  • 18 hours ago

4-9; Integrated Social Studies....

4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher

  • Middletown, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, OH
  • 1 day ago

4th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher Middletown City Schools Wildwood Elementary School - Middletown, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education...

High School Social Studies Pool (2025-26 School Year)

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 1 day ago

Classroom Teacher ROLE SUMMARY To provide educational opportunities where students may fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth in a standard...

High School Social Studies

  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 1 day ago

FELICITY FRANKLIN LOCAL SCHOOLS VACANCY NOTICE DATE OF POSTING: April 9, 2025 POSITION: Anticipated High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess High School licensure...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago

FINNEYTOWN LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT High School Social Studies Teacher Long-Term Substitute Successful candidate will provide specially designed instruction through co-planning and co- serving for students...

Social Studies Teacher 4-8

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago

HCMSA is looking for a certified Social Studies teacher 4-8. Must do lesson plans, work with parentsmand state standards....

Batavia Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago

JOB POSTING: 4/9/25 Effective - 2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR Batavia Middle School Middle School Social Studies Teacher Requirements: Teaching license for 4-9 or 7-12 BCI and FBI Background checks Salary -...

High School Social Studies

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago

FELICITY FRANKLIN LOCAL SCHOOLS VACANCY NOTICE DATE OF POSTING: April 9, 2025 POSITION: Anticipated High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess High School licensure/...

Mason City Schools - Social Studies Teacher

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 1 day ago

Mason City School District Position: Social Studies Teacher Posting Date: February 18, 2025 We are seeking dynamic individuals for the position of Social Studies teacher at the High School for the 2025...

K-5th Social Studies Teacher Applicant Pool - IDEA Austin Region (25-26) Employer IDEA Public Schools Location Austin, TX, United States Salary Competitive categories Employer IDEA Public Schools Location...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Lakewood, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH
  • 2 days ago

Openings as of 4/13/2025 Social Studies Teacher JobID: 2924 Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Franklin School of Opportunity Date Available...

Batavia Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 3 days ago

POSTING: 4/9/25 Effective - 2025/2026 SCHOOL YEAR Batavia Middle School Middle School Social Studies Teacher Requirements: Teaching license for 4-9 or 7-12 BCI and FBI Background checks Salary - Based...

High School Social Studies

  • Felicity, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Felicity, OH
  • 4 days ago

FELICITY FRANKLIN LOCAL SCHOOLS VACANCY NOTICE DATE OF POSTING : April 9, 2025 POSITION : Anticipated High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) QUALIFICATIONS : Must possess High School licensure...

8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Dayton, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Van Buren Middle School District:   Kettering City Schools    Attachment(s): 8th Gr Social Studies...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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