1,297 History teacher jobs in United States

Whether you're seeking a new career as a history teacher or have been in the role for decades, Glassdoor simplifies your job search by showing the top institutions hiring in your area.

If you're just getting started and are in need of a teacher internship, then Glassdoor is a great place to look. Likewise, you can find open positions for every experience level at nearby school districts. Value flexibility in your daily routine? Filter for part-time and substitute vacancies or try remote or work-from-home history teacher positions.

Regardless of where you are in the search process, reviewing these history teacher interview questions will help you prepare. Not only will you discover the most common questions asked, but you'll also receive valuable input and answers from fellow job hunters who've done it themselves.

Before you progress to the interview and salary negotiation stages, it's important to know exactly what the average history teacher makes. If you want to score a high-paying role, try the following steps:

1. Research the salaries of history teachers near you to discover the average range you can expect moving forward. Since teacher salaries vary widely between districts, cities, and states, this helps narrow your options and gives you a more accurate picture of earnings.
2. Your experience level makes all the difference, so review the typical career path of a history teacher to learn about salaries by seniority level and discover your pay trajectory down the line.
3. Focus on your most marketable skills, highlighting them on your resume to attract top recruiters. This includes verbal communication, writing, classroom leadership, debate, working with children/adolescents, and in-depth knowledge of history. A graduate degree boosts potential earnings significantly, as does other history-related work experience.

Since perks and benefits are a valuable part of any history teacher job, keep them in mind while you search. There's more to your role than just salary, and school districts commonly provide the following:

• The school year gives you a flexible schedule with summers off, so scheduling vacations has never been easier. Likewise, you'll enjoy winter and spring breaks with all holidays paid.
• Teaching gives you additional opportunities to earn income, including work as a substitute, tutor, or summer school teacher. You can also pick more flexible options and create your own schedule, including online teaching and tutoring. With the proper credentials, you can even teach history abroad.
• In a history teacher position, you get to work closely with youth, help them reach their potential, and serve as a role model for the next generation.