Elementary Teacher Jobs in Utah

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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Lomond View Elementary - 4th Grade Teacher SY2526 (26979)

  • Pleasant View, UT
  • 18 hours ago
  • Pleasant View, UT
  • 18 hours ago

Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best...

Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best...

Roy Elementary - 4th Grade Teacher SY2526 (26928)

  • Roy, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • Roy, UT
  • 7 days ago

Develop lesson plans, adapt curriculum to meet individual student needs, and utilize effective teaching techniques in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences which best...

5th Grade Teacher (268)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 8 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 8 days ago

Knowledge of effective English Language Learners teaching practices; student social-emotional learning, accelerated/extended learning programs and special needs students, including laws and regulations...

Spanish Dual Immersion Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade - External Applicants Only

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 9 days ago

Spanish Dual Immersion Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade - External Applicants Only JobID: 22531 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 7/15/2025 Location: Vista Elementary Date Available...

Elementary School Teacher - 25-26 School Year

  • Cedar City, UT
  • 10 days ago
  • Cedar City, UT
  • 10 days ago

Elementary School Teacher - 25-26 School Year Job Details Job Location Cedar City - Cedar City, UT Description Job Summary: The Teacher at AMERICAN PREP reports to the School Academic Director...

Fox Hills Elementary - 1st/2nd Grade Split Elementary Teacher (External Applicants Only)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 16 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 16 days ago

Fox Hills Elementary - 1st/2nd Grade Split Elementary Teacher (External Applicants Only) JobID: 22451 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 7/9/2025 Location: Fox Hills Elementary Date...

5th Grade Elementary Teacher (External Applicants Only)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 17 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 17 days ago

5th Grade Elementary Teacher (External Applicants Only) JobID: 22463 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: Pleasant Green Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing...

Beehive Elementary 3rd Grade Elementary Teacher

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Beehive Elementary 3rd Grade Elementary Teacher JobID: 22197 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Beehive Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 06...

Beehive Elementary 1st Grade Elementary Teacher

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

Beehive Elementary 1st Grade Elementary Teacher JobID: 22198 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Beehive Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 06...

English 4th Grade Elementary Teacher @ Valley Crest (DLI Academy)

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 30+ days ago

English 4th Grade Elementary Teacher Valley Crest (DLI Academy) JobID: 22230 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/20/2025 Location: Valley Crest Elementary Date Available: 08/06/...

Fifth Grade Math Elementary Teacher

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

Fifth Grade Math Elementary Teacher JobID: 22105 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Crestview Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 06/17/2025 Please...

5th Grade DLI English Elementary Teacher

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

5th Grade DLI English Elementary Teacher JobID: 22143 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Morningside Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 06/19...

2nd Grade English DLI Elementary Teacher

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

2nd Grade English DLI Elementary Teacher JobID: 22153 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Morningside Elementary Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 06/19...

1st Grade Teacher

  • West Valley City, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 45+ days ago

The West Valley campus of an established charter school is now accepting applications for a 1^st^ Grade Teacher for the upcoming school year. Ascent Academies of Utah (AAU) is a network of charter...

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