PSOC Unit group 2341 — Primary school teachers

Primary school teachers teach a range of subjects at the primary education level. Their tasks include: a) preparing daily and longer term lesson plans in accordance with curriculum guidelines; b) instructing children individually and in groups, using various teaching methods and materials (e.g. computers, books, games), adapting to children’s varying needs; c) maintaining discipline and good working habits in the classroom; d) planning and conduct activities with the children such as sporting activities, concerts and excursions; e) assigning and grading class work and homework; f) preparing, administering, and grading tests and assignments to evaluate children’s progress; g) observing and evaluating children’s performance and behavior; h) supervising children during classes and at other times in the school day, including the playground during breaks; i) participating in staff meetings and other sessions, and conferring with other teachers concerning educational issues; j) preparing for and attending parent meetings to discuss children’s progress and problems. Examples of the occupations classified here: Computer trainor (Primary education), Home economics (Primary education), Language teacher (Primary education), Primary school teachers Some related occupations classified elsewhere: Head teacher - 1345, School inspector - 2351

Use this unit group when the occupation wording needs to sit under Primary school and early childhood teachers.

Use this node when the job title is more specific than the broader Primary school and early childhood teachers grouping.