Career
Primary School Teachers
Education & Training
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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
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
Industry
Education & Training
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