Mainstream classroom teacher
Department of education
Total years of experience :0 years, 10 Months
teaching all areas of the primary curriculum;
taking responsibility for the progress of a class of primary-age pupils;
organising the classroom and learning resources and creating displays to encourage a positive learning environment;
planning, preparing and presenting lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class;
motivating pupils with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation;
maintaining discipline;
preparing and marking work to facilitate positive pupil development;
meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of pupils' development;
providing feedback to parents and carers on a pupil's progress at parents' evenings and other meetings;
coordinating activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum, and supporting colleagues in the delivery of this specialist area;
working with others to plan and coordinate work;
keeping up to date with changes and developments in the structure of the curriculum;
organising and taking part in school events, outings and activities which may take place at weekends or in the evening;
liaising with colleagues and working flexibly, particularly in smaller schools;
working with parents and School Boards to maximise their involvement in the school and the development of resources for the school;
meeting with other professionals such as education welfare officers and educational psychologists, if required.