Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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LTS 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Springfield, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Springfield, PA
  • 9 hours ago

Requirements: PA Certification in Social Studies (7-12) and updated clearances....

Social Studies Teacher - LTPDS

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 4 days ago

COMPENSATION: $190.00 p/ full day DESCRIPTION: CBSD is accepting applications for a PA certified Social Studies teacher....

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher

  • Red Lion, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Red Lion, PA
  • 5 days ago

Long Term Substitute Social Studies Teacher JobID: 1661 Position Type: Junior High School Teaching/Social Studies Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Red Lion Area Junior High School Date Available: 08/...

Middle School English and Social Studies Teachers - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

Studies teachers for the 2025-2026 school year....

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

  • Linesville, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Linesville, PA
  • 7 days ago

Secondary Social Studies Teacher Conneaut School District Conneaut Area Senior High School - Linesville, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Conneaut School District Job Details Job ID:5086058 Application...

High School Social Studies & History Teacher

  • Wyalusing, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Wyalusing, PA
  • 16 days ago

Wyalusing Area School District WE ARE HIRING High School Social Studies & History Teacher The Wyalusing Area School District is seeking a qualified applicant to fulfill a High School Social Studies/...

Social Studies Teacher

  • York, PA
  • 19 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 19 days ago

Apply Now Job Overview & Description The York County School of Technology is seeking a professional, dynamic, and creative Social Studies Teacher starting with the 2025-2026 school year....

Anticipated Teacher - Secondary - Social Studies

  • Downingtown, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • Downingtown, PA
  • 25 days ago

Downingtown Area School District is excited to announce anticipated openings for all certified social studies teachers for the 2025-2026 school year....

Social Studies Teacher

  • Sharon, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sharon, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Sharon City School District has the following openings for the 2025-26 school year: Social Studies Teacher....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Malvern, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Malvern, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging Social Studies lessons for middle school students (grades [6-8]). Incorporate Catholic teachings and values into lesson plans where appropriate....

Social Studies Teacher (High School) LTPDS

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Studies teacher....

[IMMEDIATE] 5th Grade Science and Social Studies Teacher

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 90+ days ago

plans leveraging provided curricula/resources (in most cases) Infuse core values into daily lessons and every school practice, implementing school-wide student culture systems and positive classroom...

Social Studies Teacher LTS

  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Doylestown, PA
  • 90+ days ago

COMPENSATION: Salary according to CBEA Agreement DESCRIPTION: CBSD is accepting applications for a PA certified Social Studies teacher....

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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