Elementary Teacher Jobs in Connecticut

An Elementary Teacher plays a significant role in the elementary education sector by providing basic education to children typically aged between 5 and 12 years. They create lesson plans, teach students in various subjects such as Math, Reading, Science, Social Studies, and more. Elementary Teachers are responsible for assessing students' abilities, strengths, and weaknesses, tracking their progress, and nurturing their academic and social development. They often coordinate with parents, school administration, and other teachers to ensure a supportive learning environment for the students.

For this role, a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education is required, and most states require Elementary Teachers to also hold a state-issued certification or license. Key skills required include patience, creativity, adaptability, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Familiarity with different teaching strategies and methods as well as a solid understanding of child psychological development are also crucial. Prior to becoming an Elementary Teacher, one might assume roles such as a Teacher's Assistant, Substitute Teacher, or even a Tutor, providing a foundation of experience in educational settings.

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Long Term Substitute - Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Middletown, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 2 days ago

MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS Mission Statement: Middletown Public Schools cultivates the brilliance in each student. Values and Belief Statements: Empowerment: Middletown Public Schools empowers its...

Classroom Teacher / Elementary School Classes

  • Plainville, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainville, CT
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Anticipated Elementary Teaching Position - Wheeler Elementary School Come be a part of a true community as an elementary teacher in Plainville!...

Dual Language Grade 5 Teacher

  • Windham, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Windham, CT
  • 3 days ago

Windham Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment Prepares lesson...

Elementary Teachers - Grades K-2

  • Simsbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Simsbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

Openings as of 4/12/2025 Elementary Teachers - Grades K-2 JobID: 1448 Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Elementary Classroom Teacher Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Central Elementary School...

Bilingual Teacher (Elementary)

  • Waterbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

This class also develops and implements curriculum and lesson plans, utilizes technology to facilitate learning, and demonstrates understanding the varying learning styles and the needs of a diverse...

Substitute Teacher / Elementary School Classes

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 7 days ago

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE ELEMENTARY TEACHER (GRADE 1) DOOLITTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Immediately - June 13, 2025) Description: An exciting opportunity for an individual who possesses excellent interpersonal...

Elementary Classroom Teacher

  • Middlebury, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Middlebury, CT
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Classroom Teacher Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Long Meadow Elementary School Date Available: 08/21/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional...

Elementary Teacher - English/ELA (Grades 5-6)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Certified Teacher/Elementary Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: King/Robinson Magnet School (K - 8)   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Teacher- Grade 5-6 (ELA)...

Bilingual Teacher (Grade 3)

  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Certified Teacher/Bilingual Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Barack H. Obama Magnet University School   Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Bilingual Teacher- (Grade...

Grade 1 Teacher

  • Norwich, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Norwich, CT
  • 8 days ago

is also posted in Norwich Public School District Job Details Job ID:5083830 Application Deadline:Posted until filled Re-Posted:Apr 8, 2025 Starting Date:Immediately Job Description Job Description: Elementary...

Strawberry Hill: Long-term Substitute Elementary Teacher - Grade 4

  • Stamford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 9 days ago

In addition, the Elementary Teacher meets professional responsibility for continuing growth and fosters cooperative involvement with parents and the community....

Elementary Teacher - 3rd grade (1 year position)

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Elementary Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Woodside Intermediate School Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 04/25/2025    POSTING CROMWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Position: Elementary...

Elementary Teacher - 4th grade (3 positions)

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Elementary Date Posted: 4/7/2025 Location: Woodside Intermediate School Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 04/25/2025    POSTING CROMWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS Position: Elementary...

Classroom Teacher / Elementary School Classes

  • Orange, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Orange, CT
  • 9 days ago

Job Posting: Library Media Specialist Location: Race Brook School, 107 Grannis Road, Orange, CT The Orange Elementary School District is s eeking a passionate and innovative Library Media...

Substitute Teacher / Elementary School Classes

  • Suffield, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Suffield, CT
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Title: Long Term Substitute - Grade 5 Elementary Teacher (2 Positions) McAlister Intermediate School Qualifications: Must possess or be eligible for one of the CTSDE Elementary Certifications...

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