Secondary education teachers teach one or more subjects at secondary education level, excluding subjects intended to prepare students for employment in specific occupational areas.
Tasks include –
Designing and modifying curricula and preparing educational courses of study in accordance with curriculum guidelines;
Establishing and enforcing rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order among students;
Preparing and giving lessons, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects;
Establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicating those objectives to students;
Preparing materials and classrooms for class activities;
Adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests;
Observing and evaluating students’ performance and behaviour;
Preparing, administering and marking tests, assignments and examinations to evaluate pupils' progress;
Preparing reports about pupils’ work and conferring with other teachers and parents;
Participating in meetings concerning the school’s educational or organizational policies;
Planning, organizing and participating in school activities such as excursions, sporting events and concerts.
