ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS,
EXCEPT SPECIAL EDUCATION
By: Kinsey Black
DEGREES NEEDED:
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
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.
TOOLS:
Toolsused in this occupation:
Board games Educational board games
Building blocks Toy block sets
Laboratory balances Precision balances
Laminators Laminating machines
Photocopiers Photocopying equipment
TECHNOLOGYUSED IN THIS
OCCUPATION:
Technologyused in this occupation:
Computer based training software Children's
educational software
Electronic mail software Email software; Microsoft
Outlook
Graphics or photo imaging software Graphics
software
Office suite software Microsoft Office software
Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel
KNOWLEDGE:
Education and Training Knowledge of principles and methods for
curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals
and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
English Language Knowledge of the structure and content of the
English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of
composition, and grammar.
Psychology Knowledge of human behavior and performance;
individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and
motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and
treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Mathematics Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus,
statistics, and their applications.
Sociology and Anthropology Knowledge of group behavior and
dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity,
cultures and their history and origins.
WORK ACTIVITIES:
Training and Teaching Others Identifying the educational needs
of others, developing formal educational or training programs or
classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Developing
specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
work.
Thinking Creatively Developing, designing, or creating new
applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including
artistic contributions.
Coaching and Developing Others Identifying the developmental
needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others
to improve their knowledge or skills.
Documenting/Recording Information Entering, transcribing,
recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or
electronic/magnetic form.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Instructing Teaching others how to do something.
Speaking Talking to others to convey information
effectively.
Learning Strategies Selecting and using
training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate
for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other
people are saying, taking time to understand the points
being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not
interrupting at inappropriate times.
Active Learning Understanding the implications of new
information for both current and future problem-solving
and decision-making.
STATE AND NATIONAL
MEDIAN PAY:
Median wages (2014):
$54,120 annual
MY OPINION:
I fell like I would fit this job because I love working
with children and seeing them grow every day as they
learn.
CHALLENGES/REWARD FOR
THIS JOB:
Challenges:
Rewards:
Cant go to the bathroom
anytime
Time management
Paper work
Grading students papers
Getting to know new
students
Working with students
parents when needed to
Working with certain
students
Witnessing the learning
process firsthand
Personal relationship with
students and parents
Long Vacations
Recognition and
appreciation
Respect and admiration
Benefits and retirement
packages
QUESTIONS:
1. What is the easiest way to prepare yourself for the first
week of school?
2. How do you involve parents during the school year?
3. How do you handle time management in your
classroom?
4. How do you modify our teaching skills to meet the needs
of gifted student?
5. What is your classroom management plan through out a
day?
