Elementary School Teacher
しょうがっこうきょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Elementary School Teachers
Summary
Conducts academic instruction, life guidance, and class management for children in elementary school.
Description
Elementary school teachers are educators who teach the basics of compulsory education to children aged 6 to 12. They plan and conduct lessons based on the curriculum guidelines for subjects such as Japanese, mathematics, science, and social studies, and are responsible for developing children's academic abilities, life habits, and social skills. As homeroom teachers, they play important roles in life guidance, safety management for children, and communication and cooperation with parents. In addition, they support children's healthy growth through school events, club activities, and school management tasks. They are required to deepen their knowledge of teaching methods, ICT utilization, special needs education, and more through training and in-school workshops.
Future Outlook
While the number of teachers will be adjusted due to declining birthrates and work-style reforms, demand for teachers with advanced expertise to handle ICT education and special needs education is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Fair and Impartial Attitude / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Private School Employment / Public School Employment / School Event Handling / Transfers Possible
Career Path
New Teacher → Lead Teacher → Master Teacher → Vice Principal → Principal
Required Skills
Class Management / Communication Skills (Parent Communication) / Grade Evaluation / Lesson Planning and Material Creation
Recommended Skills
Foreign Language Instruction / ICT-Utilized Education / Project-Based Learning / Special Needs Education
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to each child's situation and class operation conditions. |
| Communication Skills | Smooth communication with children, parents, and colleagues is important. |
| Planning & Organization | Need to systematically carry out annual plans, daily lesson plans, and class management. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To cooperate with other teachers and parents in class management and school activities. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is little need for advanced mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Elementary School Teacher License
Aliases
- Elementary School Instructor
- Elementary School Teacher
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