Entry Level 4th Grade Teacher Jobs
New grad 4th grade teacher jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong student-teaching hours or a well-developed lesson portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, with employers like IDEA Public Schools, Great Hearts Academies, and horizon science academy hiring at this level now.
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Position Title: Assistant Teacher/Apprentice Teacher
Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Lower School (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
- Texas Retirement System
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
About the Role:
- As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role.
- As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, and parent communications
- Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts, primary-school environment.
- Many of our Apprentice Teachers become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor's degree).
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
- Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
- Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
- Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
- Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaProfessional proficiency exam before beginning work.
US Work Authorization is required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position Title: Assistant Teacher/Apprentice Teacher
Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Lower School (8702 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 78251)
Reports To: Headmaster
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
- Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
- Texas Retirement System
- Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
About the Role:
- As a K-5 Teaching Assistant, you support the lead teacher in the implementation of a rich Core Knowledge curriculum. A bachelor's degree is not required for this role.
- As an Apprentice Teacher, you function as a second teacher in the classroom, without shouldering the burden of all planning, grading/evaluation, and parent communications
- Through mentorship with a Master Teacher, you learn the craft of teaching in a classical, liberal arts, primary-school environment.
- Many of our Apprentice Teachers become lead teachers at either lower or upper schools (assuming a bachelor's degree).
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support and advance the mission of Great Hearts by contributing to a respectful, intellectually vibrant school community.
- Collaborate with teachers to support instruction, student learning, and daily classroom activities.
- Uphold school policies and promote an orderly, professional learning environment.
- Participate in faculty meetings, school events, conferences, and assigned duties.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and a deepening knowledge of the classical tradition.
Required/Preferred Education:
- Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred but not required
- Some locations (e.g. Title I schools) may require assistant teachers to have an AA, 60 hours of college credit, or be able to pass a ParaProfessional proficiency exam before beginning work.
US Work Authorization is required.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Entry Level 4th Grade Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level 4th grade teacher job?
Start by completing your state licensure requirements and gathering evidence of classroom experience, even if it comes from student teaching, substitute work, or tutoring. Employers hiring at the entry level pay close attention to your ability to manage a classroom and differentiate instruction. A well-organized portfolio of lesson plans, student work samples, and cooperating teacher references gives you a concrete edge over candidates with similar credentials.
Which companies hire entry level 4th grade teachers?
Companies hiring entry level 4th grade teachers right now include IDEA Public Schools, Great Hearts Academies, and horizon science academy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, public school districts, charter school networks, and private elementary schools tend to be the most active employers, as many build their pipelines by recruiting directly from teacher preparation programs.
Are there remote entry level 4th grade teacher jobs?
Yes, though most 4th grade teaching roles are classroom-based. About 0% of entry level 4th grade teacher openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve online curriculum delivery, virtual tutoring, or education support roles rather than traditional classroom instruction. Filtering by work setting can help you find the format that fits your situation.
Are these new grad 4th grade teacher jobs?
Yes, the openings at this level include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles specifically suited to candidates early in their teaching careers. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts student teaching toward the requirement, or accepts an internship or practicum in place of full-time work history. These roles are designed for candidates still building their professional track.
Which industries hire the most entry level 4th grade teachers?
Entry Level 4th grade teacher roles concentrate in Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they maintain large elementary programs, face regular turnover in teaching staff, and actively recruit from graduating cohorts each spring and summer.