241411 SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Teaches one or more subjects within a prescribed curriculum to secondary school students and promotes students’ social, emotional, intellectual and physical development. Registration or licensing is required.
Skill Level: 1
Specialisations:
Kaiako Kura Tuarua (NZ)
Secondary School Teacher-Librarian
Indicative Skill Level:
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
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Presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
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Developing students’ interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
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Guiding discussions and supervising work in class
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Preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students’ progress and recording the results
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Discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from student counsellors and senior teachers
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Maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
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Participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
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Liaising with parent, community and business groups
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Maintaining class and scholastic records
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Performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programs
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Supervising student teachers on placement