secondary school teacher

Some of the duties and responsibilities of a secondary teacher include:

• planning lessons and preparing teaching resources: as a secondary school teacher, you plan lessons according to academic objectives. You use the national curriculum to prepare and adapt your classes to your teaching methods. You also prepare teaching resources, like workbooks, presentations and assignment sheets. If the subject is complex, you source engaging materials and learning tools.
• attending classes and tutoring students: as a secondary teacher, you attend classes and educate students to ensure they meet the learning objectives. You enforce the school guidelines and regulate students' behaviours in classes.
• preparing students for exams: your job is to ensure students are ready for secondary school exams and help them achieve their learning objectives. Hence, you guide students during classes to ensure they are on the right track. You prepare assessments, mark students' work, and provide appropriate feedback on their progress.
• updating student records: as a secondary school teacher, you keep track of students' progress in your subject and maintain correct records. You document class attendance and scores in standardised evaluations and assignments. You also report any changes in a student's behaviour to the appropriate authorities.
• attending staff meetings: as a secondary teacher, you attend staff meetings and participate in teacher training and conferences. Sometimes, meetings involve speaking to parents and updating them on various school activities.
• planning and supporting school events: as a secondary school teacher, you support and organise school events, such as field trips, extracurricular activities and social functions.

Secondary school teachers work in public or private schools. The work environment of a secondary teacher depends on the school calendar and curriculum. For instance, if you teach multiple classrooms, you work in different rooms and instruct students at different levels. Subjects like sciences also involve lab work, which means you instruct learners in a laboratory environment. Your work is predominantly indoors, but you can work outdoors during class trips and field projects. You also work outside when organising sports activities.

As a secondary school teacher, you work alongside school principals, tutors and primary school teachers. You also collaborate with PT teachers, teaching assistants and general nurses. Other professionals you are likely to interact with include assistant managers and school administrators.

During school terms, which are usually 39 weeks a year, you work between 8.30 am and 4 pm. You get to school early to prepare lesson plans before classes begin. Sometimes, you tutor students after school hours. You may also work after hours during school functions or extracurricular activities. Since you only teach one subject, you have breaks between classes.

As a secondary teacher, you have multiple opportunities for career growth. For instance, you can pursue postgraduate studies to develop your skills and become the head of your subject at a school. Some teachers move into administrative roles, such as a school principal or school director. You can also explore other careers in education, like becoming a regional coordinator for educational projects.

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As a secondary school teacher, you plan and teach lessons to students. You follow the curriculum set by the government and help students pass their secondary school certification exams. You prepare classroom materials and evaluate students’ progress.

To work as a secondary school teacher, you require a bachelor’s degree in education. When you meet the eligibility requirements for an undergraduate course, pursue a relevant degree in education and a master of art for advanced qualifications.

Secondary school teachers in India enjoy numerous employment benefits. Aside from a relatively good salary, you get additional benefits. Some schools offer extra benefits packages, such as housing, pension, subsidised child care and gratuity.

As a secondary school teacher, you require strong communication skills to instruct students and interact with your colleagues. Effective communication helps students understand learning concepts faster. You also require patience to handle students.

Teaching, whether in secondary or primary school, is a highly respected profession in India. Teachers shape and sharpen the minds of children.

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