General Description
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.
Indicative Skill Level
ANZSCO Skill Level: 1
In Australia and New Zealand, the majority of occupations in this unit group have:
- A level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification.
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing may be required.
Task Information
- 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
Occupations in this group:
（1）241211 KAIAKO KURA KAUPAPA MAORI (MAORI-MEDIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER)
Teaches and coordinates curriculum activities in the Maori language for children at primary school level.
（2）241212 POUAKO KURA KAUPAPA MAORI (MAORI-MEDIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL SENIOR TEACHER)
Teaches and coordinates curriculum activities in the Maori language for students at primary school level. This is a senior level teaching position.
（3）241213 PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Teaches and coordinates a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students. Registration or licensing is required.
Specialisation: Primary School Teacher-Librarian