Elementary Teacher Jobs

An Elementary Teacher plays a significant role in the elementary education sector by providing basic education to children typically aged between 5 and 12 years. They create lesson plans, teach students in various subjects such as Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies, and more. Elementary Teachers are responsible for assessing students' abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, tracking their progress, and nurturing their academic and social development. They often coordinate with parents, school administration, and other teachers to ensure a supportive learning environment for the students.

For this role, a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education is required, and most states require Elementary Teachers to also hold a state-issued certification or license. Key skills required include patience, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with different teaching strategies and methods as well as a solid understanding of child psychological development are also crucial. Prior to becoming an Elementary Teacher, one might assume roles such as a Teacher's Assistant, Substitute Teacher, or even a Tutor, providing a foundation of experience in educational settings.

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Calvary Christian School

3rd Grade Teacher

Calvary Christian School, located in Rapid City, South Dakota is currently accepting applications for a certified third grade teacher. Applicants must have outstanding classroom management skills...

Teacher I (318)

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Functions: Plans, develops and implements daily lesson plans that provide for educational and enrichment activities for pre-school age children or infants and toddlers that meet federal performance...

Lower Elementary Teacher

  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA
  • 15 days ago

What We Are Looking For: Bachelors degree in Elementary Education, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Prior teaching experience is highly preferred....

Preschool and Elementary Teacher-Multi-Campus

  • Fremont, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 13 days ago

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12 th grade with a vision of...

4th Grade Teacher - 25/26 School Year

  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Salary: $1312 / Week $30 - $35 / Hour The School Teacher implements the daily instructional plansof the classroom teacher in an effective manner. The School Teacher maintains a classenvironment...

Immediate Art Teacher (Elementary)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 hours ago

Ability to differentiate instruction for students across a wide range of developmental and artistic abilities. A growth mindset and openness to coaching and collaboration....

LOE 1st Grade Teacher

  • Paducah, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Organization Information The commitment to the future of all students is evident in all classrooms in McCracken County Public Schools, a distinguished district. A leader in educational...

Virtual Elementary Teacher at Rowan Academy

  • Morehead, KY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Morehead, KY
  • 3 hours ago

Organization Website Organization Address 551 Viking Drive Morehead, KY 40351-1669 Vacancy ID 20252026 - 01004 Position Category Elementary Classroom Instructor Title Virtual Elementary Teacher at Rowan...

Elementary Teacher-Signing Bonus Eligible

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 3 hours ago

Our elementary teachers are subject experts who specialize in either Humanities or STEM....

Substitute Teacher / Elementary School Classes

  • Wilton, CT
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wilton, CT
  • 3 hours ago

Long Term Substitute Elementary Teacher PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Current State Certification in appropriate content area Masters Degree is highly recommended Previous teaching experience is preferred...

1st Grade Teacher Walker Charter Academy

  • Walker, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Walker, MI
  • 10 hours ago

School Information: Located in Walker, MI, Walker Charter Academy opened in 1997 and serves students Young 5-8. At Walker, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Walker Charter...

This role is eligible for a signing bonus up to $2,500. School Information: Located in Dayton, OH, North Dayton School of Discovery opened in 2002 and serves students K-8. At North Dayton, you can...

3rd Grade Teacher at Flagship Charter Academy

  • Detroit, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 10 hours ago

School Information: Located in Detroit, MI, Flagship Charter Academy opened in 2008 and serves students K-8. At Flagship, you can connect passion with purpose. To learn more about Flagship Charter...

Elementary Teacher Fourth Grade

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 10 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 10 hours ago

Ignite your desire to be the best! Imagine an energy so positive, so powerful, it ignites your desire to be the best, inspires you to bring out the best in others, and fuels your aspiration to do...

Elementary School Teacher

  • Mission, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mission, TX
  • 11 hours ago

instruction based on student level of mastery Augments course content according to prescribed policies and procedures using appropriate asynchronous and synchronous tools under guidance from principal...

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