Career

Primary School Teachers

Education & Training

Career stats

Weekly pay

$1,984

Prospects

Medium

Employed in Australia

155,600

Growth

Moderate growth

Overview

Primary School Teachers teach a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.

Job Titles

mdi-briefcase-variant Primary School Teacher

Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

  • teaching literacy numeracy social science creative expression and physical education skills to primary school students
  • presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
  • developing students' interests abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
  • guiding discussions and supervising work in class
  • preparing administering and marking tests projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
  • discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers
  • maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
  • participating in staff meetings educational conferences and workshops
  • liaising with parent community and business groups
  • maintaining class and scholastic records
  • performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport school concerts excursions and special interest programs
  • supervising student teachers on placement

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

  • Undergraduate Certificate in Education
  • Graduate Certificate in Teaching
  • Advanced Diploma of Rudolf Steiner Education
  • Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice
More about VET

University

  • Bachelor of Primary Education
  • Graduate Diploma in Education
More about University

Industry

Education & Training

If you relate well to people, particularly younger people, are patient, caring, and feel you have a flair for passing on your knowledge and skills to others, then you might like to consider a career in education and training.The Education and Training sector has experienced strong growth over the past decade, creating a strong demand for trained staff in this field.If you are someone that has a passion for education and is interested in supporting young people in their learning and development, then you should seriously explore the pathways to becoming a Primary or Secondary teacher.If you have practical skills and knowledge you could share with others, you may want to consider the merits of becoming a Vocational Education Teacher/Trainers or Trade teacher.If you enjoy working with children in their early years - helping with their daily care and encouraging their personal development and learning - you may be interested in working in the rapidly growing child care industry. There is a strong demand for qualified child care workers in community, government, and private establishments around the country and it is a very rewarding

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