Social Studies Teacher Jobs in South Carolina

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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As a MS Social Studies Teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth....

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 2 days ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

Social Studies Teacher -Chestnut Oaks

  • Sumter, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Sumter, SC
  • 3 days ago

Must have valid South Carolina teachers certificate in Middle/Secondary Level Social Studies Education....

Science/Social Studies Teacher (25-26)

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 3 days ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

25-26: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Summerville, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Summerville, SC
  • 7 days ago

Openings as of 3/5/2025 25-26: 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher JobID: 3362 Position Type: Middle School-Certified/Social Studies Teacher Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Alston Middle School Date Available...

High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Conway, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Conway, SC
  • 7 days ago

High School Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) JobID: 16454 Position Type: High School Certified/Social Studies Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Acad Tech and Academics Closing Date: 03/20/2025 Additional...

8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

  • Williamston, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Williamston, SC
  • 7 days ago

8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Anderson School District 1 Palmetto Middle - Williamston, South Carolina This job is also posted in Anderson School District 1 Job Details Job ID:5022950 Application...

Grades 6-8 Social Studies Teacher in Allendale, South Carolina!

  • Allendale, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Allendale, SC
  • 10 days ago

Grades 6-8 Social Studies Teacher in Allendale, South Carolina!...

Middle School Social Studies Teacher Needed in Allendale, South Carolina!

  • Allendale, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Allendale, SC
  • 10 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teacher Needed in Allendale, South Carolina!...

BJA High School Social Studies Faculty

  • Greenville, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 12 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Provide student instruction from a biblical worldview for high school courses in the Social Studies department, advise students and parents concerning academic matters, and perform...

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher, 2025-2026

  • Duncan, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Duncan, SC
  • 16 days ago

7th Grade Social Studies Teacher, 2025-2026 Spartanburg School District 5 Florence Chapel Middle School - Duncan, South Carolina This job is also posted in Spartanburg School District 5 Job Details...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • North Augusta, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • North Augusta, SC
  • 18 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) Aiken County Public Schools NORTH AUGUSTA HIGH SCHOOL - North Augusta, South Carolina This job is also posted in Aiken County Public School District Job Details Job...

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Effingham, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Effingham, SC
  • 22 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026) Florence School District 1 Southside Middle School - Effingham, South Carolina This job is also posted in Florence 1 Schools Job Details Job ID:4994107 Application...

The High School Social Studies Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks: Support the instructional program with asynchronous web conferencing sessions and synchronous...

All Middle School Social Studies Teachers - Dorchester County, South Carolina

  • Dorchester, SC
  • 29 days ago
  • Dorchester, SC
  • 29 days ago

Position Details: Full-time, school-based role Teaching middle or high school Social Studies curriculum Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards Foster critical thinking...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Social Studies Teacher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Social Study of Science and Technology
This course surveys canonical and recent theories and methods in science studies. We will organize our discussions around the concept of "reproduction," referring variously to:1. Scientific...
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In this course, social, ethical and clinical issues associated with the development of new biotechnologies and their integration into clinical practice is discussed. Basic scientists, clinicians,...
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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in South Carolina

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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