Elementary School Teachers
Elementary school teachers work in public and private schools. They instruct children in grades one through six.
95%
5%
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National data for elementary and middle school teachers (SOC 25-2020).
$28,840
$41,320
$58,650
$13.87
$19.87
$28.20
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Bachelor's degree from approved teacher education program./li>
  • Hours

  • Usually work nine months during the year and have summers off. Some teach summer school.
  • May work part time or full time. Most work full time.
  • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS will:
  • Teach grades one through six.
  • Work with children, parents, and other teachers.
  • Usually have summers off.
  • Work in private and public schools.
  • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS frequently:
  • Stand when teaching.
  • It is important that ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS be able to:
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
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