Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.
SOC: 25-2021.00
Common Job Titles
Classroom Teacher
Elementary School Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Teacher
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
MindsetModel positive social-emotional behaviors and classroom community values while establishing and maintaining respectful relationships with elementary students.
Advanced
KnowledgeSynthesize content knowledge across English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies to create integrated, thematic instructional units for elementary learners.
Advanced
KnowledgeDesign differentiated instructional strategies and lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and diverse learning needs in elementary classroom settings.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate student progress and learning outcomes using formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate student-centered teaching practices with academic rigor when addressing individual developmental needs and learning styles.
Proficient
KnowledgeOrganize classroom activities, schedules, and learning environments to maximize instructional time and promote student engagement independently.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate for student needs and educational equity when collaborating with parents, administrators, and interdisciplinary support teams.
Proficient
MindsetBalance classroom management strategies with positive behavior supports to maintain safe, structured, and nurturing learning environments.
Proficient
KnowledgeAssess instructional effectiveness and student comprehension through ongoing monitoring and adjustment of teaching methods in real time.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply educational psychology principles and child development theory to support academic and social skill acquisition in grades K-5.
Developing
Hands-onOperate instructional technology and learning management systems including Google Classroom, interactive projectors, and educational software to enhance lesson delivery.
Developing
KnowledgeExplain complex academic concepts using age-appropriate language and multimodal representations when delivering direct instruction to diverse elementary learners.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
1,393,310
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $46,440. 25th percentile: U.S. $50,680. 50th percentile: U.S. $62,340. 75th percentile: U.S. $79,410. 90th percentile: U.S. $102,010. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$46,440
10% of workers earn the following or more
$102,010
Workers on average earn
$69,790
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
English Language4.9/5
Education and Training4.8/5
Mathematics3.9/5
Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
Psychology3.7/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
