• Elementary School Teachers
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  • Education and Training
  • Annual Median Wage
    $ 48,290
    $37,980 range bar $60,530
    Annual NC Wage Range
    Growth Rate
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    Slow Growing
  • Elementary School Teachers instruct young students in basic subjects, such as math and reading, in order to prepare them for middle school.

What do they typically do

  • Create lesson plans to teach students subjects, such as reading, science, and math
  • Teach students how to interact with others
  • Observe students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
  • Instruct an entire class or smaller groups of students
  • Grade students' assignments
  • Communicate with parents or guardian about their child's progress
  • Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges
  • Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state
  • Develop and enforce classroom rules to teach children proper behavior
  • Supervise children outside of the classroom; for example, during lunchtime or recess

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Job Openings 3,482

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