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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.

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:

• 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

Occupation:
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