[header] How to become a high school social studies teacher [title] Obtain your bachelor's degree in education. [step] All schools will require you to obtain at least your bachelor's degree in education. This degree will be proof that you are capable of delivering information to students using the current educational best practices. 
Make sure you've fully completed all of your course work and obtained your bachelor's degree before you seek certification or employment. [substeps] Your electives should be based in social studies courses.