Financial literacy has become a crucial skill in modern society, with the educational system playing a vital role in its development. This graduate thesis explores the role and competencies of educators in fostering financial literacy among students, focusing on the domain of „Economic and Financial Literacy“ within the curriculum of the interdisciplinary subject „Entrepreneurship for primary and secondary schools“. In the theoretical section, various dimensions of financial literacy are defined, underscoring its pivotal role in education. Additionally, global initiatives and educational strategies pertaining to financial literacy are analyzed. Using a qualitative method of in-depth semi-structured interviews, the study investigates how educators approach the teaching of financial literacy in schools, delving into their roles, knowledge, attitudes, and the strategies and methods they employ to cultivate this skill in students. Research findings emphasize the significance of educators in ensuring the development of key financial skills in students and underscore the recognition of the need for educators' continuous professional development to ensure high-quality financial literacy education. Furthermore, the study identifies challenges educators face and offers recommendations for enhancing future financial literacy programs in elementary schools. Through this work, an effort is made to contribute to a better understanding of the importance of financial literacy for students and the pivotal role educators play in its cultivation.