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Summary Description


	Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.

Sample Job Titles

1.	1st Grade Teacher

2.	2nd Grade Teacher

3.	3rd Grade Reading Teacher

4.	3rd Grade Teacher

5.	4th Grade Math Teacher

6.	4th Grade Teacher

7.	5th Grade Teacher

8.	6th Grade Teacher

9.	Art Educator

10.	Art Instructor

11.	Art Teacher

12.	Band Director

13.	Band Teacher

14.	Bilingual Instructor

15.	Bilingual Teacher

16.	Choir Teacher

17.	Classroom Teacher

18.	Educator

19.	Elementary Art Teacher

20.	Elementary Education Teacher

21.	Elementary Educator

22.	Elementary School Band Director

23.	Elementary School Teacher

24.	Elementary Teacher

25.	ESL Instructor (English as a Second Language Instructor)

26.	ESL Teacher (English as a Second Language Teacher)

27.	Fifth Grade Teacher

28.	First Grade Teacher

29.	Grade School Teacher

30.	Grades 1 Through 5 Teacher

31.	Grades 1 Through 6 Teacher

32.	Grades 1 Thru 5 Teacher

33.	Grades 1 Thru 6 Home Teacher

34.	Grades 1 Thru 6 Visiting Teacher

35.	Gym Teacher

36.	Gymnastic Teacher

37.	Kindergarten Teacher

38.	Language Arts Teacher

39.	Language Instructor

40.	Literacy Coordinator

41.	Media Specialist

42.	Montessori Teacher

43.	Music Director

44.	Music Educator

45.	Music Instructor

46.	Music Supervisor

47.	Music Teacher

48.	Orchestra Teacher

49.	Physical Education Teacher (PE Teacher)

50.	Physical Fitness Teacher

51.	Practice or Student Teacher

52.	Primary Teacher

53.	Reading Recovery Teacher

54.	Reading Teacher

55.	Resource Teacher

56.	Second Grade Teacher

57.	Sixth Grade Teacher

58.	Substitute Teacher

59.	Teacher

60.	Title I Teacher

61.	Title One Reading Teacher

Job Tasks

	Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.

	Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

	Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.

	Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.

	Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.

	Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.

	Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

	Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

	Read books to entire classes or small groups.

	Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.

	Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.

	Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

	Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.

	Assign and grade class work and homework.

	Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.

	Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

	Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.

	Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.

	Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.

	Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.

	Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.

	Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.

	Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.

	Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.

	Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.

	Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.

	Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.

	Organize and label materials and display students' work.

	Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.

	Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.

	Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.

	Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.

	Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.

	Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.

	Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.

	Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.

	Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

	Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.


		use classroom management techniques

		assess educational potential or need of students

		convert information into instructional program

		develop instructional materials

		develop teaching aids

		organize educational material or ideas

		teach correct eating habits

		prepare audio-visual teaching aids

		select teaching materials to meet student needs

		develop course or training objectives

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.


		design classroom presentations

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.


		organize esteem building activities for children

		organize social behavior learning activities

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.


		mentor co-workers in school or educational setting

Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.


		record student progress

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.


		use early childhood education techniques

		use interpersonal communication techniques

		use motivational techniques in education

		use oral or written communication techniques

		use teaching techniques

		use public speaking techniques

		use knowledge of multi-media technology

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.


		write research or project grant proposals

		write public sector or educational grant proposals

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.


		ensure correct grammar, punctuation, or spelling

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.


		establish and maintain relationships with students

Scheduling Work and Activities — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.


		schedule student field trips

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.


		evaluate educational outcomes

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.


		use computers to enter, access or retrieve educational data

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.


		resolve behavioral or academic problems

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.


		empathize with others during counseling or related services

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.


		communicate student progress

		communicate visually or verbally

		conduct parent conferences

		make education presentations

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.


		recognize student learning levels

		recognize student problems

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.


		conduct field trips

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.


		maintain educational records, reports, or files

		prepare educational reports

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.


		evaluate student performance

		maintain group discipline in an educational setting

		monitor student progress

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Selling or Influencing Others — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.

Monitoring and Controlling Resources — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Nature of the Work


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Teachers—Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary
	Teachers play an important role in fostering the intellectual and social development of children during their formative years. The education that students acquire is key to determining the future of those students. Whether in elementary or high schools or in private or public schools, teachers provide the tools and the environment for their students to develop into responsible adults.

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Working Conditions


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Teachers—Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary
	Seeing students develop new skills and gain an appreciation of knowledge and learning can be very rewarding. However, teaching may be frustrating when one is dealing with unmotivated or disrespectful students. Occasionally, teachers must cope with unruly behavior and violence in the schools. Teachers may experience stress in dealing with large classes, heavy workloads, or old schools that are run down and lack modern amenities. Accountability standards also may increase stress levels, with teachers expected to produce students who are able to exhibit a satisfactory performance on standardized tests in core subjects. Many teachers, particularly in public schools, also are frustrated by the lack of control they have over what they are required to teach.

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