Occupation

252231 Vocational Education Teacher

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

252231 Vocational Education Teacher

Teaches one or more vocational subjects within a prescribed course of study at a TAFE institute, RTO or other training institute to students for vocational education and training purposes.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Adult Literacy / Numeracy Teachers and workplace trainers and assessors are excluded from this occupation. Adult Literacy / Numeracy Teachers are included in Occupation 259931 Adult Literacy / Numeracy Teacher. Workplace trainers and assessors are included in Occupation 222431 Training and Development Professional.

Alternative titles

  • TAFE Lecturer
  • TAFE Teacher
  • VET Trainer and Assessor

Skill level: 1

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' assessment tasks, 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