Elementary Education Career



Elementary Education Careers

So you think you want an Elementary Education Career? Ask yourself the following questions . . .

• Do you want to influence the development of children ages 5-12?

• Are you patient?

• Are you comfortable speaking in front of a room full of children?

• Are you compassionate and caring?

• Are you comfortable maintaining a system of discipline?

• Are you willing to dedicate time towards your own education?

• Are you confident that you can master several different subject areas?


The Facts About An Elementary Education Career

The Facts About Elementary Education Careers

• Public schools in all 50 sates require teachers to be licensed. Many private schools do not necessarily require licensure.

• In most states, a minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required to obtain a license.

• Elementary education degree programs typically require students to master a wide variety of subjects including Math, English, Reading, Science, and Social Sciences.

• Teachers have many different job responsibilities. In addition to instruction, elementary teachers must plan lessons, evaluate work, maintain discipline, prepare report cards, and meet with parents.

• Teaching is often more mentally and emotionally rewarding than financially rewarding. Becoming a successful teacher takes passion and dedication.

• In most states, elementary-level education is considered to include kindergarten through 6th grade.


How Much Money Can I Make As An Elementary Education Teacher?

Career Salaries

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, in 2007 the median annual salary for an Elementary Education Teacher was $43,580. The salary range for these positions was between $28,590 and $76,100. Your salary may depend on the state that you live in, your level of education and the type of school where you teach. Click here to compare the salary of a Elementary Education career to other career salaries.


Ready To Learn How To Become A Teacher?

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If becoming an Elementary Education Teacher isn’t what you are looking for, you may want to consider one of these other Education Careers . . .


Other Education Careers



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