Education expert and former teacher Becky Cranham can help you decide. So you want to be a primary school teacher? Let’s look at the skills you’ll need to join this truly rewarding career. You’ll need to: Enjoy being around children. This might seem obvious but it is definitely a must-have! If you’ve never spent much time around kids, try volunteering at a local primary school. You’ll soon find out if the thought of being surrounded by children all day is…