Teach academic and social skills to kindergarten students.
SOC: 25-2012.00
Common Job Titles
Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
Classroom Teacher
Kinder Teacher
Teacher
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generated
Key competencies for this occupation at a glance
KnowledgeCreate engaging, developmentally appropriate learning materials and classroom environments using creativity, educational research, and knowledge of child development.
Advanced
KnowledgeDesign age-appropriate lesson plans integrating academic and social-emotional learning objectives using developmental psychology principles and state curriculum standards.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate social perceptiveness with instructional strategies to identify and respond to individual student emotional and behavioral needs in real-time.
Proficient
KnowledgeAssess student progress in literacy, numeracy, and social skills development using observation, formative assessments, and portfolio documentation.
Proficient
MindsetAdvocate positive classroom community and inclusive practices by modeling respect, empathy, and conflict resolution with young learners.
Proficient
Hands-onDemonstrate mastery instructional delivery techniques including read-alouds, hands-on activities, and guided play while maintaining classroom management and student engagement.
Proficient
KnowledgeOrganize daily schedules balancing structured lessons, play-based learning, and transitions to maximize instructional time and support kindergarten routines.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate the effectiveness of instructional methods and classroom interventions by analyzing student performance data and adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
Proficient
MindsetBalance individual student needs with whole-class instructional objectives when managing diverse learning paces and behavioral challenges.
Proficient
KnowledgeApply differentiated learning strategies for diverse developmental levels in whole-group and small-group classroom settings.
Developing
MindsetEngage with parents and families to support student learning goals through regular communication, conferences, and collaborative problem-solving.
Developing
Hands-onOperate educational technology tools including computers, projectors, and learning software to enhance interactive instruction and document student progress.
Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
114,410
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $45,750. 25th percentile: U.S. $50,290. 50th percentile: U.S. $61,430. 75th percentile: U.S. $77,720. 90th percentile: U.S. $99,360. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$45,750
10% of workers earn the following or more
$99,360
Workers on average earn
$67,020
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Education and Training4.7/5
English Language4.6/5
Psychology4.0/5
Mathematics3.9/5
Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
