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What's it like teaching in an elementary or primary school? How streesful is it? Probably not as much as teaching in a high school but more so than a University?
My wife is a teaching assistant at a local elementary school. It can be very stressful, especially when there is a mix of children with different learning abilities, or when one or more children act disruptively. Teachers have to deal with children and their emotional problems, which result things like ADD/ADHD, disrupted families (e.g. husband and/or wife act violently to each other or the children), child abuse (i.e. children who are violently or sexually abused by a parent, sibling or other family member), . . . .ILEW said:What's it like teaching in an elementary or primary school? How streesful is it? Probably not as much as teaching in a high school but more so than a University?
cyrusabdollahi said:Whats with these questions, are you doing a report?
I taught elementary school for 10 years and hit my students all 10 years when they misbehaved.
ILEW said:You should have been prosecuted long ago for doing that.
ILEW said:Why are you asking? It's just for curioisty sake. You should have been prosecuted long ago for doing that.
To teach in a primary school, you typically need a bachelor's degree in education or a related field. Additionally, you may need to obtain a teaching license or certification from your state or country. This may involve completing specific coursework and passing exams to demonstrate your knowledge and skills as a teacher.
As a primary school teacher, you will likely be expected to teach a range of subjects, including math, science, English/language arts, social studies, and possibly art or music. Depending on the school and grade level, you may also be responsible for teaching physical education or other specialized subjects.
The average class size in a primary school can vary depending on the location and school district. In general, class sizes tend to be smaller in primary schools compared to secondary schools. According to the National Education Association, the average class size in primary schools is around 19 students.
Some common challenges in teaching in a primary school include managing a diverse classroom of students with varying abilities and backgrounds, keeping students engaged and motivated, and finding ways to effectively communicate with parents and caregivers. Additionally, there may be challenges related to classroom management, lesson planning, and meeting the individual needs of students.
Some effective teaching strategies for primary school students include using hands-on and interactive activities, incorporating technology and visual aids, differentiating instruction to meet the needs of all learners, and providing a positive and supportive learning environment. It is also important to build strong relationships with students and their families to create a collaborative learning community.