What Can I Do With a Major In Social Studies Education?
The Social Studies Program offers both bachelor- and master-level options leading to initial teaching certification in social studies education in grades 7-12 in the state of Georgia. Pre-service teachers in these programs develop the dispositions, knowledge, and skills to help students develop the ability to make informed and reasoned decisions for the public good as citizens of a culturally diverse, democratic society in an interdependent world.
** Includes Self-Employed
- Kappa Delta Pi (KDPi)
- Professional Association of Georgia Educators (PAGE)
- To find additional clubs and organizations, go to the UGA Involvement Network
- Connect with your Career Consultant
Daily Career Center Drop-In Hours: (staffed by Career Center graduate assistants and student interns)
- In-Person: Mondays – Thursdays, 12 pm – 2 pm in Clark Howell Hall (2nd Floor)
- Virtual: Fridays, 11 am – 3 pm, career.uga.edu/appointments
- No Appointment Necessary!
Individual Career Consulting Appointments: Schedule online through Handshake or by calling 706-542-3375
O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others. It’s data-powered career exploration for doers like you.
GENERAL
- Handshake (scroll down to the bottom of the page; login with your UGA MyID and password)
- LinkedIn (this popular networking site also has a job board!)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
MAJOR/CAREER SPECIFIC
- Council for Exceptional Children Job Board
- Georgia Charter Schools Association
- Georgia Department of Education
- Georgia Independent School Association
- SchoolSpring
- Teachers-Teachers Jobs
- TeachGeorgia Georgia’s Official Teacher Recruitment Website
- The American Association for Employment in Education (AAEE)
- The International Educator
Tip: Look at specific school system or school district websites for their job boards! These job boards are where positions they are looking to fill within their district or school system will be posted!
SCHOOL DISTRICT/SYSTEM SPECIFIC WEBISTES FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS NEAR ATHENS AND ATLANTA
- Atlanta Public Schools Jobs
- Cherokee County School District Jobs
- City Schools of Decatur Jobs
- Clarke County School District Jobs
- Clayton County Public Schools Jobs
- Cobb County School District Jobs
- DeKalb County School District Jobs
- Douglas County School System Jobs
- Fayette County Public Schools Jobs
- Forsyth County School District Jobs
- Fulton County Schools Jobs
- Gwinnett County Public Schools Jobs
- Henry County Schools Jobs
- Madison County Charter School System Jobs
- Oconee County Schools Jobs
- Oglethrope County School System Jobs
- Rockdale County Public Schools Jobs
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Employer | Position Title(s) |
|---|---|
| Clarke County School District | Social Studies Teacher | DeKalb County School District | Teacher | Glynn County School District | High School Social Studies Teacher | Oconee Swim Academy | Swim Instructor |
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Graduate School | Program(s) |
|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Learning Science, MSED | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, MEd | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, MEd | University of Georgia | Social Studies Education, Master’s | University of Tennessee | Master’s Program Not Specified |