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Primary School Teachers

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Primary School Teachers teach a range of subjects within a prescribed curriculum to primary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development. Note data does not include 241211 Kaiako Kura Kaupapa Māori (Māori-medium Primary School Teacher) or 241212 Pouako Kura Kaupapa Māori (Māori-medium Primary School Senior Teacher).
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People employed in SAExplore by region
-12%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
1%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Primary School Teachers need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation.
  • Teamwork
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation
  • Numeracy
  • Digital engagement
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

1142

1 Year Change

-15%

5 Year Change

-30%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

612

1 Year Change

-15%

5 Year Change

25%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

631

1 Year Change

-15%

5 Year Change

-2%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

1323

1 Year Change

-7%

5 Year Change

-10%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

2260

1 Year Change

-6%

5 Year Change

-1%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

2566

1 Year Change

-14%

5 Year Change

32%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

2330

1 Year Change

-14%

5 Year Change

1%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia