O*NET-SOC 25-2056.00

Special Education Teachers, Elementary School

Teach academic, social, and life skills to elementary school students with learning, emotional, or physical disabilities. Includes teachers who specialize and work with students who are blind or have visual impairments; students who are deaf or have hearing impairments; and students with intellectual disabilities.

From O*NET 30.3

Tasks

From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them

Free · O*NET 30.3

Instruct students with disabilities in academic subjects, using a variety of techniques, such as phonetics, multisensory learning, or repetition to reinforce learning and meet students' varying needs.Core22371
Develop or implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of disabilities.Core22365
Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification or positive reinforcement.Core22387
Modify the general elementary education curriculum for students with disabilities.Core22376
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, or administrative regulations.Core22374
Prepare classrooms with a variety of materials or resources for children to explore, manipulate, or use in learning activities or imaginative play.Core22383
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.Core22368
Provide assistive devices, supportive technology, or assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.Core22386
Coordinate placement of students with special needs into mainstream classes.Core22364
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.Core22378
Encourage students to explore learning opportunities or persevere with challenging tasks to prepare them for later grades.Core22366
Confer with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, or other professionals to develop individual educational plans (IEPs) for students' educational, physical, or social development.Core22363
Meet with parents or guardians to discuss their children's progress, advise them on using community resources, or teach skills for dealing with students' impairments.Core22375
Monitor teachers or teacher assistants to ensure adherence to special education program requirements.Core22377
Teach students personal development skills, such as goal setting, independence, or self-advocacy.Core22388
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to students.Core22367
Guide or counsel students with adjustment problems, academic problems, or special academic interests.Core22369
Plan or conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.Core22381
Prepare objectives, outlines, or other materials for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or school or state requirements.Core22384
Instruct students in daily living skills required for independent maintenance and self-sufficiency, such as hygiene, safety, or food preparation.Core22372
Collaborate with other teachers or administrators to develop, evaluate, or revise elementary school programs.Core22361
Confer with other staff members to plan or schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.Core22362
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment or materials to prevent injuries and damage.Core22370
Prepare, administer, or grade tests or assignments to evaluate students' progress.Core22385
Organize and display students' work in a manner appropriate for their perceptual skills.Core22379
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence.Core22360
Interpret the results of standardized tests to determine students' strengths and areas of need.Core22373
Organize and supervise games or other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, or social development.Core22380
Administer standardized ability and achievement tests to elementary students with special needs.Core22359
Plan or supervise experiential learning activities, such as class projects, field trips, demonstrations, or visits by guest speakers.Core22382

Technology Skills

From O*NET 30.3, 21 examples in 11 categories, 5 Hot Technology

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Data base user interface and query software

American Sign Language Browser
Individualized Educational Program IEP software

Computer based training software

Children's educational software
EasyCBM
Rethink Ed
Scientific Learning Fast ForWord

Graphics or photo imaging software

Drawing software

Electronic mail software

Email software
Microsoft OutlookHot Technology

Voice recognition software

goQ WordQ
Nuance Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Voice activated software

Spreadsheet software

Microsoft ExcelHot Technology

Office suite software

Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology

Presentation software

Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology

Word processing software

Microsoft WordHot Technology

Device drivers or system software

Screen magnification software
Screen reader software
Synapse outSPOKEN
The vOICe Learning Edition

Internet browser software

Web browser software

Detailed Work Activities

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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

Monitor student performance.
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Monitor student behavior, social development, or health.
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Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People

Assess educational needs of students.
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Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
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Prepare tests.
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Evaluate student work.
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Thinking Creatively

Establish rules or policies governing student behavior.
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Develop instructional objectives.
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Plan experiential learning activities.
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Plan educational activities.
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Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
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Handling and Moving Objects

Set up classroom materials or equipment.
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Display student work.
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Documenting/Recording Information

Maintain student records.
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Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
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Develop instructional materials.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
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Assisting and Caring for Others

Assist students with special educational needs.
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Developing and Building Teams

Encourage students.
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Training and Teaching Others

Teach life skills.
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Teach others to use technology or equipment.
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Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates

Direct activities of subordinates.
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others

Advise students on academic or career matters.
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Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
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Job Zone

From O*NET 30.3

Free · O*NET 30.3

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source

WFA coverage: AI skills for this job

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Equivalents

NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents

Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)

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No NICE work role maps to this job.