Compulsory Education School Teacher
ぎむきょういくがっこうきょうし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Compulsory Education School Teachers
Summary
A professional who handles learning guidance, life guidance, and class management for children and students in compulsory education schools (such as integrated elementary and junior high schools) that combine elementary and junior high school curricula.
Description
Compulsory education school teachers are educators who engage in educational activities at compulsory education schools (such as integrated elementary and junior high schools) that combine elementary and junior high school curricula. They plan and conduct lessons for each subject, evaluate students' learning progress, and engage in life guidance, career guidance, and collaboration with parents and the community. As homeroom teachers, they manage classes, take on school administrative duties, club activities guidance, and educational practices utilizing ICT. They are required to understand the courses of study based on the national curriculum standards and improve their expertise through training.
Future Outlook
Although the number of teachers is stable to decreasing due to the declining birthrate, the demand for new guidance skills is increasing with the introduction of ICT education and active learning.
Personality Traits
Able to Respond Flexibly / Caring / Cooperative / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Club Activities Advisor / Full-time Teacher / Part-time Lecturer / Private School Employment / Public School Employment / School Affairs Division
Career Path
Teacher (Subject Specialist) → Curriculum Head Teacher → Vice Principal/Head Teacher → Principal → Education Board Guidance Officer → School Counselor
Required Skills
Career Guidance / Class Management / Grade Evaluation / ICT Educational Tool Utilization / Lesson Planning and Operation
Recommended Skills
Active Learning / Communication Skills (English) / Instructional Material Design and Development / Special Needs Education / Team Teaching
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Flexible responses and class operation adjustments are required. |
| Communication Skills | Frequent interactions with students and parents require strong communication skills. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | It is necessary to adapt to changes in teaching methods and curriculum standards and continue learning continuously. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing lessons and club activities guidance. |
| Planning & Organization | It is necessary to organize learning guidance plans and lesson preparations. |
| Stress Tolerance | High stress tolerance is needed for dealing with children, students, and parents. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is little need for specialized mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Elementary School Teacher License
- Junior High School Teacher License
Aliases
- Elementary and Junior High School Integrated School Teacher
Related Jobs
- Elementary School Teacher
- Junior High School Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Special Needs Education School Teacher