Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.
Median pay: $63,970/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -2% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 91,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or with special academic interests.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
What's the median pay for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
The median pay for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education is $63,970 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Employment for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education is projected to change -2% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
About 91,000 openings per year, on average, over the decade.