Secondary School Teacher
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 1
- Major group
- Professionals
- Assessing authority
- AITSL
Classification
- Major group
- 2Professionals
- Sub-major group
- 24Education Professionals
- Minor group
- 241School Teachers
- Unit group
- 2414Secondary School Teachers
Description
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.
Specialisations
- Kaiako Kura Tuarua (NZ)
- Secondary School Teacher-Librarian
Unit group
2414 · Secondary School TeachersDescription
UNIT GROUP 2414 SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS teach one or more subjects within a prescribed curriculum to secondary school students and promote students' social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
Skill level
Occupation skill level 1
Australia
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.
New Zealand
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
Tasks include
- presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
- developing students' interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
- guiding discussions and supervising work in class
- preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
- discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers
- maintaining discipline in classrooms and other school areas
- participating in staff meetings, educational conferences and workshops
- liaising with parent, community and business groups
- maintaining class and scholastic records
- performing extra-curricular tasks such as assisting with sport, school concerts, excursions and special interest programs
- supervising student teachers on placement
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
Core Skills Occupation List
| Occupation | MLTSSL | CSOL | ROL |
|---|---|---|---|
| secondary school teacher · 241411 | Listed | Listed | Not listed in supplied data |