# Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education > Teach academic and social skills to students at the elementary school level. - Code: 25-2021.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 25-2021) - Family: [Education & Library](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-25), one of its 68 occupations - Tasks: 38 tasks (36 core and 2 supplemental) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/25-2021.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/25-2021.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Core task · Task 6540 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 2. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students. Core task · Task 6535 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 3. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or with special academic interests. Core task · Task 6549 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 4. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Core task · Task 6538 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 5. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. Core task · Task 6539 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 6. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. Core task · Task 6537 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 7. Read books to entire classes or small groups. Core task · Task 6543 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 8. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Core task · Task 6536 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 9. Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems. Core task · Task 6545 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 10. Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs. Core task · Task 6546 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 11. Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations. Core task · Task 6556 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 12. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress. Core task · Task 6555 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 13. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students. Core task · Task 6541 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 14. Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help. Core task · Task 6550 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 15. Assign and grade class work and homework. Core task · Task 6542 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 16. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress. Core task · Task 6544 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 17. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Core task · Task 6548 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 18. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations. Core task · Task 6547 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 19. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students. Core task · Task 6553 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 20. Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling. Core task · Task 6561 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 21. Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play. Core task · Task 6552 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 22. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools. Core task · Task 6551 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 23. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors. Core task · Task 6557 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 24. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage. Core task · Task 6560 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 25. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula. Core task · Task 6554 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 26. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs. Core task · Task 6558 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 27. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Core task · Task 6562 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 28. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs. Core task · Task 6566 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 29. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities. Core task · Task 6563 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 30. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration. Core task · Task 6559 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 31. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers. Core task · Task 6567 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 32. Organize and label materials and display students' work. Core task · Task 6564 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 33. Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading. Core task · Task 6569 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 34. Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required. Core task · Task 6565 · Rated by 61 people who do the job, August 2024 35. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. Core task · Task 6570 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 36. Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play. Core task · Task 6568 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 37. Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms. Supplemental task · Task 6571 · Rated by 62 people who do the job, August 2024 38. Sponsor extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests. 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