As a primary school teacher, you teach primary school children, usually between the ages of 6 and 10, and you promote social, emotional and cognitive skills in your students and ensure a positive learning environment. Your duties include planning and conducting lessons and providing individual supervision for your students.
In Germany, the entry salary for primary school teachers is between 3,725.31 euros (A12) and 4,366.73 euros (A13) gross per month. The annual salaries can vary between 45,000 euros and 55,000 euros.
To become a primary school teacher, you usually need to complete a teacher training course with a focus on primary school, which includes both academic and pedagogical content. In addition, internships in schools are part of the training. After the course, there is usually a referral, in which you gain practical experience and work under the guidance of experienced teachers.
As a primary school teacher, you have a variety of career opportunities: you can specialize in certain subjects, join the school administration or work as a professional advisor, and you can work in adult education or teacher training, which offers you new perspectives and opportunities for further development.
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