Elementary School Teachers instruct young students in basic subjects, such as math and reading, in order to prepare them for middle school.
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- Elementary School Teachers
- Education and Training
What do they typically do
- Create lesson plans to teach students subjects, such as reading, science, and math
- Teach students how to interact with others
- Observe students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
- Instruct an entire class or smaller groups of students
- Grade students' assignments
- Communicate with parents or guardian about their child's progress
- Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges
- Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state
- Develop and enforce classroom rules to teach children proper behavior
- Supervise children outside of the classroom; for example, during lunchtime or recess
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