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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Elementary Teacher 5th Grade

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Elementary Teacher 5th Grade Stratford School (#2017), 645 14th Avenue, San Francisco, California, United States of America Req #10192 Monday, May 5, 2025 Stratford School, part of Spring Education...

Mandarin Elementary Teacher

  • San Bruno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Bruno, CA
  • 1 day ago

Other details Job Function Elementary Education Pay Type Salary Employment Indicator Full Time Min Hiring Rate $62,500.00 Max Hiring Rate $63,000.00 Required Education Bachelors Degree...

Substitute Teacher Elementary School

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

School Professionals is hiring for teachers to join our Substitute Teacher pool. We are looking for teachers who are punctual, have a love for teaching, and possess 3+ months of experience working...

Anticipated 1st Grade Teacher

  • Vernon, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Vernon, NJ
  • 2 hours ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

006-2025: 1st Grade Classroom Teacher

  • Washougal, WA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washougal, WA
  • 2 hours ago

Required Endorsements: OSPI/WA state Teaching Certificate with Elementary Education endorsement Essential Functions A classroom teacher: Develops and maintains a safe and effective learning environment...

Teacher- 4th Grade

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

Teacher- 2nd Grade

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

Third Grade Teacher (11224)

  • Clute, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Clute, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Third Grade Teacher (11224) JobID: 3052 Position Type: Teacher/Third Grade Teacher Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: Madge Griffith Elementary Additional Information: Show/Hide This position is for...

2nd Grade Teacher (117-17)

  • Alvin, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Alvin, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: Elementary Positions/Pre K - 5th Grade Date Posted: 5/7/2025 Location: Shirley Dill Brothers Elementary Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year Closing Date: Open Until Filled...

Fourth Grade Teacher (11114)

  • Clute, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Clute, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Fourth Grade Teacher (11114) JobID: 3051 Position Type: Teacher/Fourth Grade Teacher Date Posted: 5/6/2025 Location: Madge Griffith Elementary Additional Information: Show/Hide This position is...

25-26 Teacher Elementary Grade 4

  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 2 hours ago

plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

Elementary Teacher - Long Term Substitute

  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

education teaching methods to provide individualized or small group instruction to meet the differentiated needs of students Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a...

Teacher, 3rd Grade Dual Language (PO#1819)

  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: TEACHER-ELEM/TCHR 1ST - 4TH DUAL LANG Date Posted: 5/5/2025 Location: LAWHON ELEMENTARY Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Primary Purpose:...

Teacher, 3rd Grade Dual Language ELA (2025-2026 School Year, PO#1509)

  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: TEACHER-ELEM/TCHR 1ST - 4TH DUAL LANG Date Posted: 5/5/2025 Location: MAGNOLIA ELEMENTARY Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Primary Purpose:...

Teacher,2nd Grade (2025-2026 School Year, PO#1327)

  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX
  • 2 hours ago

Position Type: TEACHER-ELEM/TCHR 1ST - 4TH Date Posted: 5/5/2025 Location: SILVERLAKE ELEMENTARY Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide Primary Purpose: Provide...

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