Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Virginia

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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Ability to teach Social Studies across Middle & High School. Excellent written and communication skills. Experience working in public or independent school sector....

Social Studies Teacher - Middle School - 2025/2026 School Year

  • Colonial Heights, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Colonial Heights, VA
  • 3 days ago

hold or be eligible for a license with the Virginia Department of Education with an endorsement in History/Social Studies Please review attached job description....

2025 - 2026 Social Studies Teacher Applicant Pool

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions - Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives. - Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson...

Knight School Teacher - High School Social Studies - 2025-26 School Year

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago

Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction and to actively engage students....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago

Middle School Social Studies Teachers monitor student progress through Stride K12's learning management system....

Remote Work

25 History & Social Studies Teacher, HS

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 18 days ago

25 History & Social Studies Teacher, HS Employer Fairfax County Public Schools Location Falls Church, VA, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Fairfax County Public Schools Location Falls Church...

Social Studies Teacher Teacher - Lakeside Middle School - 2025-26 School Year

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 23 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 23 days ago

Social Studies Teacher Teacher - Lakeside Middle School - 2025-26 School Year Albemarle County Public Schools Lakeside Middle School - Charlottesville, Virginia This job is also posted in Albemarle...

History/Social Studies Teacher

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 24 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 24 days ago

Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual abilities, attitudes and cultural backgrounds....

Social Studies Teacher (2025-26 School Year)

  • Bedford, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Bedford, VA
  • 27 days ago

Social Studies Teacher (2025-26 School Year) Bedford County Public Schools Bedford County Public Schools - Bedford, Virginia This job is also posted in Bedford County Public Schools Job Details Job...

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Anticipated)-Walker Upper Elementary - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 27 days ago

6th Grade Social Studies Teacher (Anticipated)-Walker Upper Elementary - 2025-2026 School Year Charlottesville City Schools Walker Upper Elementary School - Charlottesville, Virginia This job is also...

Social Studies Teacher

  • Annandale, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Annandale, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Social Studies Teacher Diocese of Arlington Catholic Schools St....

Curriculum Specialist - Secondary Social Studies 2025-2026

  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chesterfield, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Collaborates regularly with the Elementary Social Studies Curriculum Specialist. Work Direction/Supervision: Provides work direction to secondary social studies teachers and department leaders....

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (2025-26 School Year, Full-Time, 10 Mo)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Michaels Episcopal School is seeking a hard-working, dedicated, and community-focused full-time middle school Social Studies teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year....

Secondary Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

  • Amherst, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Amherst, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Amherst County School District Secondary Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026 SY) (522) JOB POSTING Job Details TitleSecondary Social Studies Teacher (2025-2026 SY) Posting ID522 Description Reports to...

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Salary for Social Studies Teacher Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Social Studies Teachers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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