Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

25-2021.00

Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level.

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks

• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• 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.
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or with special academic interests.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
• 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.
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• 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.
• Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.

Technology Skills

• Cloud-based data access and sharing software - Google Drive; Microsoft SharePoint 🔥
• Computer based training software - Children's educational software; Common Curriculum; EasyCBM; Padlet; Schoology
• Data base user interface and query software - Blackboard software
• Desktop communications software - ClassDojo; ClassTag; Tadpoles
• Electronic mail software - Email software; Microsoft Outlook 🔥
• Graphics or photo imaging software - Graphics software; JamBoard
• Internet browser software - Web browser software
• Multi-media educational software - Edpuzzle; Kahoot!; Nearpod; Seesaw
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office software 🔥
• Presentation software - Microsoft PowerPoint 🔥; Pear Deck
• Project management software - Google Classroom
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel 🔥
• Video conferencing software - Google Meet
• Video creation and editing software - Flipgrid; Screencastify
• Word processing software - Google Docs 🔥; Microsoft Word 🔥

Occupational Requirements

Work Activities

• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - 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.
• Judging the Qualities of Objects, 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.
• 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.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• 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 materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
• Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment - Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Communicating with People Outside the 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.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• 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.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Providing Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
• Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Staffing Organizational Units - Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
• Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Detailed Work Activities

• Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
• Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
• Apply multiple teaching methods.
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
• Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
• Encourage students.
• Set up classroom materials or equipment.
• Develop instructional objectives.
• Advise students on academic or career matters.
• Monitor student performance.
• Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.
• Evaluate student work.
• Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior.
• Read to students.
• Plan educational activities.
• Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Prepare tests.
• Create technology-based learning materials.
• Maintain student records.
• Assign class work to students.
• Teach others to use technology or equipment.
• Document lesson plans.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Prepare reports detailing student activities or performance.
• Display student work.
• Evaluate performance of educational staff.
• Supervise student research or internship work.
• Plan experiential learning activities.
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
• Supervise school or student activities.
• Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.
• Distribute instructional or library materials.
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
• Assist students with special educational needs.
• Coordinate student extracurricular activities.