SCHOOL TEACHER JOB

A secondary school teacher teaches one or more national curriculum subjects to classes of pupils aged 11-16 or 11-18. The subjects are determined by the national curriculum but how they are taught is left to the professional judgment of the teacher, whose priority it is to ensure pupils learn. Teachers develop schemes of work and plan lessons in line with national objectives.

They encourage, monitor and record the progress of individual pupils, and devise and adapt resources to suit their own students. Secondary school teachers must also keep up to date with developments in their subject area, new resources and methods. Typical work activities include: Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes, Marking work, giving appropriate feedback and maintaining records of pupils' progress and development.

Researching new topic areas and maintaining up-to-date subject knowledge. Devising and writing new curriculum materials. Selecting and using a range of different learning resources and equipment. Undertaking pastoral duties, such as taking on the role of form tutor, and supporting pupils on an individual basis through academic or personal difficulties. Preparing pupils for external examinations. Managing pupil behavior in the classroom and on school premises, and applying appropriate and effective measures in cases of misbehavior.

Supervising and supporting the work of teaching assistants, trainee teachers and newly qualified teachers. Participating in and organizing extracurricular activities. Participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events. Liaising with other professionals, such as learning mentors, careers advisers, educational psychologists and education welfare officers, Undergoing regular observations and participating in regular in-service training as part of continuing professional development.