Elementary Teacher Jobs in Colorado

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 - Holly Ridge Primary School

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 hours ago

Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning...

Elementary Teacher - Holly Hills Elementary School

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 hours ago

Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning...

2025-26 Teacher Elementary (Intermediate Grade) - Bauder Ele

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 3 hours ago

Lesson plans and learning activities. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students' assignments and assessments....

2nd Grade Teacher at Capstone Academy 2025-26 School Year

  • Commerce City, CO
  • 4 hours ago
  • Commerce City, CO
  • 4 hours ago

School Information: Located in Commerce City, Colorado, Capstone Academy is opening in fall 2025-26 as part of the National Heritage Academies network of schools. Through a character-based...

3rd Grade Teacher

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

3rd Grade Teacher Employer Widefield School District #3 Location Colorado Springs, CO, US Salary Competitive categories Employer Widefield School District #3 Location Colorado Springs, CO, US...

4th Grade Teacher, Hopkins Elementary School

  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago

DUTIES: Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction, providing materials which facilitate active learning; monitor student progress and adapt course content delivery methods in order to meet...

Bilingual Spanish/English 3rd Grade Teacher Elementary

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 1 day ago

Lesson plans and learning activities. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students' assignments and assessments....

4th Grade Teacher, Dr. Justina Ford Elementary

  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago

DUTIES: Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction, providing materials which facilitate active learning; monitor student progress and adapt course content delivery methods in order to meet...

5th Grade Teacher - Field Elementary School

  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Littleton, CO
  • 1 day ago

DUTIES: Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction, providing materials which facilitate active learning; monitor student progress and adapt course content delivery methods in order to meet...

Teacher, Elementary - 4Th Grade

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

About this job: Elementary School Teachers foster foundational skills in reading, math, science, and social studies for students in grades K-5....

Elementary Classroom Teacher (Multiple Positions)

  • Westminster, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 1 day ago

Elementary Classroom Teacher (Multiple Positions) JobID: 3976 Position Type: Licensed - Elementary Level Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: SHERRELWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Closing Date: Until filled...

Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Westminster, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, CO
  • 1 day ago

Elementary Classroom Teacher JobID: 3972 Position Type: Licensed - Elementary Level Date Posted: 3/20/2025 Location: FAIRVIEW PK-8 Closing Date: Until filled   Additional Information:...

Elementary Teacher - Grade TBD

  • Fountain, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fountain, CO
  • 1 day ago

Elementary Teacher - Grade TBD JobID: 5214 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: Aragon Elementary School Date Available: 7/31/25 Closing Date: Until Filled  ...

Elementary Teacher - 4th Grade

  • Salida, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Salida, CO
  • 3 days ago

Salida School District R-32-J Elementary Teacher - 4th Grade in Salida , Colorado POSITION: Elementary Teacher - 4th Grade DUTIES: * Develop and implement daily lesson plans * Plan and deliver engaging...

Teacher- Grade 5

  • Franktown, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Franktown, CO
  • 3 days ago

Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details...

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