Elementary School Teachers
K-12 Teachers • Education & Training Careers
Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level. Excludes "Special Education Teachers" (25-2050) and "Substitute Teachers, Short-Term" (25-3031).
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National salary ranges for Elementary School Teachers (2024)
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Career Overview
💼 About This Career
Elementary School Teachers professionals work in education & training careers, specifically in k-12 teachers. This role typically requires bachelor's degree and offers a median salary of $62,340.
📊 Job Market Outlook
The job growth outlook for Elementary School Teachers is rated as Moderate. Currently, there are approximately 1,393,310 people employed in this occupation nationwide.
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Data Source: Salary and employment statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program , 2024 data. Historical trends show changes over time. Individual results may vary based on experience, location, and employer.