Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 2 (5%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 19 (50%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 17 (45%)

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

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