ESL/ELL Teacher
Provides English language instruction to non-native speakers
Elementary Education Roles Directory
Explore careers in elementary education with detailed information about responsibilities, salaries, and growth outlook.
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Instructional10
Gifted & Talented Teacher
Provides enrichment and acceleration for high-ability students
Instructional Coach
Mentors teachers to improve instructional practices
Kindergarten Teacher
Teaches foundational academic and social skills to 5-6 year old students
Math Interventionist
Provides targeted mathematics support and remediation
Reading Specialist
Provides targeted literacy intervention and support
Teacher (Grades 1-5)
Teaches core subjects to elementary students in grades 1-5
Special Education Teacher
Provides specialized instruction to students with disabilities
Substitute Teacher
Provides temporary classroom coverage for absent teachers
Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)
Teacher working on special projects outside the classroom
Student support14
1:1 Aide / Special Education Aide
Provides dedicated support to individual students with special needs
Behavior Interventionist
Supports students with behavioral challenges and social skills
Instructional Aide/Paraprofessional
Assists teachers with classroom instruction and student support
Lunchroom Supervisor
Maintains order and safety during lunch periods
Playground / Recess Aide
Supervises students during outdoor play and recess periods
Counselor
Provides social-emotional support and guidance to elementary students
Crossing Guard
Ensures student safety at street crossings near school
Librarian/Media Specialist
Manages library resources and teaches information literacy skills
Nurse / Health Aide
Provides health services and manages medical needs at school
Occupational Therapist
Helps students develop fine motor and daily living skills
Physical Therapist
Addresses students' mobility and gross motor needs
Psychologist
Assesses and supports students' psychological and educational needs
Social Worker
Addresses social, emotional, and family issues affecting students
Speech-Language Pathologist
Diagnoses and treats communication and swallowing disorders
Administrative8
Assistant Principal
Supports principal in school leadership and operations
Attendance Clerk
Tracks student attendance and manages related documentation
Bus Driver
Safely transports students to and from school
Custodian / Janitor
Maintains cleanliness and safety of school facilities
Principal
Leads school operations, manages staff, and ensures student achievement
Registrar / Enrollment Clerk
Manages student enrollment, records, and transcripts
Secretary / Office Manager
Manages front office operations and administrative tasks
Technology Coordinator
Manages school technology and supports digital learning