Elementary School Teachers in Colorado. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Colorado elementary school teachers fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $59,020 and $80,160, with a median of $63,410.
Elementary School Teachers in Colorado: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 144 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $69,652. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 6 | $52,180 |
| Level II — qualified | 19 | $62,595 |
| Level III — experienced | 1 | $71,625 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 3 | $76,345 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Elementary School Teachers in Colorado. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Public Schools District 1 | ELA-S Elementary Teacher | 97 | $74,349 |
| Roaring Fork School District RE-1 | Bilingual Elementary School Teacher | 6 | $66,943 |
| Aspen School District RE-1 | Elementary School Teacher | 4 | $70,519 |
| Global Village Academy - Aurora | Bilingual Elementary School Teacher (Spanish/English) | 4 | $63,866 |
| Jeffco Public Schools District R1 | Dual Language Elementary Teacher | 4 | $77,246 |
| Telluride School District R-1 | Elementary School Teacher | 4 | $79,637 |
| Adams County School District 14 | Elementary Teacher (Dual Language) | 3 | $77,250 |
| Denver Language School | Bilingual Elementary Teacher | 3 | $54,360 |
| Summit School District RE-1 | Bilingual Elementary School Teacher | 3 | $92,953 |
| Eagle County School District RE 50-J | Bilingual Elementary Teacher (Spanish/English) | 2 | $63,874 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Elementary Dual Immersion Spanish Teacher at Telluride School District R-1$77,057TellurideDecided Mar 23, 2026I-200-26075-706197
- ELA-S Elementary Teacher at Denver Public Schools District 1$84,841DenverDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-695254
- Elementary Teacher (Dual Language) at Adams County School District 14$65,775Commerce CityDecided Mar 5, 2026I-200-26057-666803
- Elementary Teacher at Kiva Montessori Charter School$47,950CortezWage Level IDecided Feb 26, 2026I-200-26050-651712
- Bilingual Elementary School Teacher at Roaring Fork School District RE-1$62,260Glenwood SpringsWage Level IIDecided Feb 25, 2026I-200-26049-647955
- Bilingual Elementary School Teacher at Roaring Fork School District RE-1$76,345Glenwood SpringsWage Level IVDecided Feb 25, 2026I-200-26049-647952
- Bilingual Elementary School Teacher at Roaring Fork School District RE-1$71,625BasalatWage Level IIIDecided Feb 24, 2026I-200-26048-646725
- ELA-S Elementary Teacher at Denver Public Schools District 1$92,269DenverDecided Feb 19, 2026I-200-26042-635251
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Elementary School Teachers pay by experience level in Colorado
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Elementary School Teachers specialties in Colorado
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 125 certified offers. The most common variant is ELA-S Elementary Teacher at a median of $75,273.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELA-S Elementary Teacher | Denver Public Schools District 1 | 77 | $75,273 |
| Elementary ELA-S Teacher | Denver Public Schools District 1 | 12 | $58,980 |
| Bilingual Elementary Teacher (Spanish/English) | Global Village Academy - Aurora | 9 | $61,671 |
| Elementary School Teacher | Telluride School District R-1 | 8 | $63,939 |
| Bilingual Elementary School Teacher | Roaring Fork School District RE-1 | 6 | $62,428 |
| Elementary Teacher | Adams County School District 14 | 4 | $74,763 |
| Dual Language Elementary Teacher | Jeffco Public Schools District R1 | 3 | $75,731 |
| Music Teacher | El Paso County School District 8 | 3 | $60,593 |
| Teacher | Children's Kiva Montessori Charter School | 3 | $54,681 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Elementary School Teachers in Colorado, by industry
Median offered wage across 144 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Education leads with a median of $69,652.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Denver Public Schools District 1 | 143 | $69,652 |
| Nonprofit and civic | Rocky Mountain Conference of Seventh-day Adventists | 1 | $54,681 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Colorado over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
None
On-the-job training
Internship/residency
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.6 / 5
Oral Expression
Ability
- 4.5 / 5
Education and Training
Knowledge
- 4.4 / 5
English Language
Knowledge
- 4.3 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
- 4.3 / 5
Instructing
Technical
- 4.1 / 5
Learning Strategies
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Critical Thinking
Cross-functional
- 4.0 / 5
Reading Comprehension
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
- 02
Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- 03
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- 04
Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- 05
Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- 06
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- 07
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
- 08
Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
-2.0%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Declining
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Elementary School Teachers in Colorado?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Elementary School Teachers in Colorado is $63,410.
- How does Colorado compare to the national median for Elementary School Teachers?
- The Colorado median is -12.2% versus the BLS national figure of $72,224.
- What is the salary range for Elementary School Teachers in Colorado?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $48,410 and the 90th-percentile at $98,950, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Elementary School Teachers a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment declining by -2.0% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Elementary School Teachers?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.