Group
Occupation
252231 Vocational Education Teacher
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
252231 Vocational Education Teacher
Teaches one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study to students at a technical and further education (TAFE) institute, registered training organisation (RTO), or other training institute for vocational education and training purposes.
Registration or licensing may be required.
Workplace Trainers and Assessors are excluded from this occupation. Workplace Trainers and Assessors are included in Occupation 222431 Training and Development Professional.
Alternative titles
- TAFE Lecturer
- TAFE Teacher
- VET Trainer and Assessor
Specialisation
- Adult Education Teacher
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Identifies the various requirements of students and creates effective learning options to meet these needs
- Liaises with individuals, industry, and education sectors to ensure the provision of relevant programs and services
- Plans, designs, and develops course curriculum and method of instruction
- Advises students on courses and related matters
- Teaches students using teaching aids, including presentation of lesson materials, discussions, workshops, laboratory sessions, multimedia aids, and computer tutorials
- Marks and grades students' assignments, papers, and exams, and provides feedback to students about their progress
- Maintains records of students' progress, attendance, and training activities
- Consults with education managers, Librarians, School Counsellors and other support staff