Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

How AI is changing elementary school teachers, except special education work

22 of 36 main tasks for this job show up in real AI-use data, so we rate it Red (lots of AI use) — 61% when main tasks are weighted. This shows where people already use AI, not whether the job will disappear. How we measure this.

Tasks in this job and recorded AI use

• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests (main task) — a lot of recorded AI use
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress (main task) — a lot of recorded AI use
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations (main task) — a lot of recorded AI use
• Prepare and put in place remedial programs for students requiring extra help (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Organize and label materials and display students' work (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine priorities for their children and their resource needs (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems or with special academic interests (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Talk with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Read books to entire classes or small groups (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Talk with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula (main task) — some recorded AI use
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Assign and grade class work and homework (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate, and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Perform administrative duties (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to help with involvement in focused, complex play (main task) — no recorded AI use
• Sponsor extracurricular activities — some recorded AI use
• Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities — no recorded AI use

Tasks: O*NET 31.0. AI use: Anthropic Economic Index (exact or close text match).

Your first steps (guidance)

1. Week 1: Open a free AI assistant and say hello. Follow our “Getting started with AI” guide. Ask it one simple question about your work.
2. Week 2: Use AI on one task you do often. Try the prompt for: “Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests”. Try the prompt for: “Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress”.
3. Weeks 3–4: Make it a habit. Use AI 3 times a week for 15 minutes. Always check facts, numbers and names yourself.

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