It’s sunny and warm everyday. The landscape is to die for. You can spend your summers lying on the beach and basking in the sun. Who wouldn’t want to move to sun-soaked San Diego whether you have a job waiting for you or not? Ok, back to reality. Sure, you could move to San Diego without any job prospects, but why risk it? You can give yourself a fighting chance if you consider the facts first before relocating to a city that doesn’t really register on the affordable-o-meter, especially when it comes to the average Joe. The good news is, San Diego does have a place for elementary school teachers that are willing to be flexible and teachers with special skills.

For starters, San Diego is in desperate need of elementary school teachers willing to work in inner city neighborhoods. If you are willing to put off your dreams to work in a private school, you will have your pick of the litter. If you really want to increase your chances of landing a teaching job in San Diego, pick up a second language, meaning, learn Spanish! Elementary school teachers that are willing to work in inner city schools and speak Spanish fluently will have unlimited opportunities. They will also earn one of highest average salaries for teachers in the nation. Currently, San Diego elementary school teachers (overall) earn around ,350 per year. New York elementary school teachers earn the highest average annual salary at ,570, followed by Detroit elementary school teachers at ,090. Too bad Detroit and New York are too cold, right?

Elementary school teachers’ main responsibility is to instruct students in basic subjects such as math, science, English, art, social studies, and reading.  According to CollegeDegreeReport.com, elementary school teachers also teach basic academic, social, and formative skills at the elementary level. Elementary school teachers work 10 months out of the year, but some may work during the summer months to earn extra money. Elementary school teachers may teach more than one subject. You might find that some inner city schools are in need of math and science teachers while others may need more social studies or history teachers. Kids also learn computer skills in elementary schools, so this is an area that you might consider as well.

San Diego elementary schools, particularly in the inner city, may have more contact with parents or other family members than in other areas. These teachers will be required to meet with parents or guardians on a regular basis, check up on students, and maybe even assist students after hours in after care.

So besides expertise in a certain subject area, you’re probably wondering what are other qualifications for this position. Elementary school teachers should have excellent communication skills in order to actively participate in staff meetings and meet with parents. In addition, elementary school teachers must have a bachelor’s degree or higher in education for entry into the field. They must also obtain a license. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, all 50 states and the District of Columbia require a license to teach at the elementary school level. San Diego elementary school teachers should visit the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing at http://www.ctc.ca.gov to begin the licensing process.