Elementary Teacher Jobs in North Carolina
Elementary Teacher jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, with openings concentrated across public school districts, charter networks, and private K-12 institutions serving communities from the Research Triangle to the Charlotte metro and the Triad. Major hiring systems include Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Wake County Public School System, and Guilford County Schools, each maintaining large, ongoing pipelines for classroom teachers at every level from first-year educators through lead and mentor teachers. The most in-demand specialties are early childhood education, special education, and English as a Second Language. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
TCHR-1 GR
JobID: 44480
Position Type:
Licensed - Elementary Education K-6
Date Posted:
9/15/2026
Location:
SEDGEFIELD ELEMENTARY
Date Available:
01/01/2027
Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt
Position Term:
10 month
Classification:
Continuing
Time Basis:
Full-Time
Benefits:
Full
Starting Salary:
$5,525.00 per month
Licensed-Certified Salary determined by the NC Department of Public Instruction.
Click here to view the current Guilford County Schools Salary Schedule for licensed employees.
Position Summary
TCHR-1 GR
JobID: 44480
Position Type:
Licensed - Elementary Education K-6
Date Posted:
9/15/2026
Location:
SEDGEFIELD ELEMENTARY
Date Available:
01/01/2027
Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt
Position Term:
10 month
Classification:
Continuing
Time Basis:
Full-Time
Benefits:
Full
Starting Salary:
$5,525.00 per month
Licensed-Certified Salary determined by the NC Department of Public Instruction.
Click here to view the current Guilford County Schools Salary Schedule for licensed employees.
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Elementary Teacher Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Wake County Public School System33
- GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS30
- Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools10
- Johnston County Public Schools9
- Catawba County Schools6
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in elementary teacher jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Standard Professional 1 or 2 teaching license in elementary education
- Bachelor's degree in elementary education or a closely related field from an accredited institution
- Demonstrated experience or student teaching in a K-6 classroom setting
- Proficiency in differentiated instruction and data-driven lesson planning for diverse learners
- Strong classroom management skills and knowledge of North Carolina Standard Course of Study
- Experience with reading intervention programs or foundational literacy frameworks such as Structured Literacy
Elementary Teacher Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an elementary teacher in North Carolina?
To become an elementary teacher in North Carolina, you must earn a Standard Professional 1 license through the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. This requires completing an approved educator preparation program, holding at least a bachelor's degree, and passing the required Praxis Core and Praxis Elementary Education content exams. Candidates submit their license application through the North Carolina Educator Effectiveness System. Some districts also accept out-of-state license holders who apply for a comparable North Carolina license under reciprocity.
How much do elementary teachers make in North Carolina?
Elementary teachers in North Carolina earn a median of about $54,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,570 for the lowest 10% to over $62,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire elementary teachers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring elementary teachers in North Carolina right now include Wake County Public School System, GASTON COUNTY SCHOOLS, and Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's large urban and suburban school districts, along with growing charter networks concentrated in the Research Triangle and Charlotte regions, consistently post the highest volume of openings throughout the year.
Which North Carolina cities have the most elementary teacher jobs?
Raleigh, Gastonia, and Charlotte have the most elementary teacher openings in North Carolina. The distribution follows population density and district size: Charlotte and Raleigh anchor the state's two largest school systems, while Greensboro reflects the scale of Guilford County Schools and its surrounding Triad communities, making all three consistently active hiring markets for classroom teachers.
Are there remote elementary teacher jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 8% of elementary teacher openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how fundamentally in-person this role is. The portions of elementary teaching most likely to appear in remote formats are virtual charter school positions, online tutoring roles, and some curriculum development or instructional coaching positions that do not require daily classroom presence.
How can I get hired as an elementary teacher in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a student teaching placement through a North Carolina university educator preparation program, which many districts treat as a direct pipeline to hire. Wake County Public School System, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, and Guilford County Schools all run residency and grow-your-own teacher programs that welcome candidates early in their careers. Lateral moves from paraprofessional, teaching assistant, or after-school program roles within the same district are a proven way in. Earning your North Carolina Standard Professional 1 license before applying gives any candidate a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to elementary teacher jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to North Carolina school districts, charter networks, and private institutions. Find roles that fit your grade level preference, subject specialty, and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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