ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER

What does an Elementary School Teacher do?

• Elementary School Teachers introduce children to basic concepts of mathematics, language, science, and social studies.
• They develop and plan teaching materials and provide classroom instruction.
• They keep attendance records, administer tests, and evaluate student progress.
• They attend faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• They also may participate in school-related activities outside the classroom, and may supervise after-school activities.
• Normally they work with one group of children at one grade level, but some work with several consecutive grades grouped together.
• The elementary school level includes kindergarten through eighth grade.
• Some teach special subjects, such as art, music, or physical education.
• Others specialize in the education of children with special needs, such as non-English speaking children or children with mental, physical, or emotional handicaps.
• A multiple subject teaching credential is required to teach in a self-contained classroom such as in an elementary school.
• A Liberal Studies or liberal arts bachelor's degree is required which will help you qualify for a preliminary credential which you need to do student teaching.
• Many colleges and universities offer Teacher Education programs.
• A fifth year of professional education is required to get a "clear" credential.
• Some schools offer a program to help you qualify for a degree program and credential simultaneously.

Salary and Employment Outlook:

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Typical Employers:

Elementary school teachers work for public or private schools.

Preparation:

A multiple subject teaching credential is required to teach in a self-contained classroom such as in an elementary school. A Liberal Studies or liberal arts bachelor's degree is required which will help you qualify for a preliminary credential which you need to do student teaching. Many colleges and universities offer Teacher Education programs. A fifth year of professional education is required to get a "clear" credential. Some schools offer a program to help you qualify for a degree program and credential simultaneously.

Educational Program(s):

• Early Childhood Education

• Teacher Education - Elementary

DVC Certificate Program in Early Childhood Education :

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Web Resources:

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