Primary School Teacher

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Teaches foundational subjects to young learners, plans lessons, assesses progress and supports their academic, social and emotional development. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Primary School Teacher do?

Teaches foundational subjects to young learners, plans lessons, assesses progress and supports their academic, social and emotional development.

Demand level: High

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR240 000 p.a.Mid-levelR390 000 p.a.SeniorR560 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Classroom management · EssentialLesson planning · EssentialTeaching · EssentialCommunication · ImportantLearner assessment · Important

Study routes

Programmes linked to this career

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INTERMEDIATE PHASE TEACHING GRADE 4-7 — University of Johannesburg

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Universities to explore

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University of Johannesburg →

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Frequently asked questions

What does a Primary School Teacher do?

Teaches foundational subjects to young learners, plans lessons, assesses progress and supports their academic, social and emotional development.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Classroom management, Lesson planning, Teaching, Communication, Learner assessment.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.