Teacher, Elementary School

Work setting

• Private school

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assign and correct homework
• Develop course content
• Evaluate the progress of students and discuss results with students, parents and school officials
• Identify childrens' individual learning needs
• Lead students in activities to promote their physical, mental and social development and their school readiness
• Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
• Prepare subject material for presentation according to an approved curriculum
• Prepare, administer and correct tests
• Teach students using lessons, discussions, audio-visual presentations and field trips

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Additional information

Security and safety

• Child Abuse Registry check
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available