Primary School Teacher (ANZSCO 241213)

Teaches and coordinates a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students. Registration or licensing is required.

Specialisations

Primary School Teacher-Librarian

ANZSCO code

241213

Skill level

1Bachelor degree or higher

Skilled lists

Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)Regional Occupation List (ROL)

Visas that list it

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Assessing authority

AITSL

National shortage

Shortage

• 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

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