Typical Tasks
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Integrity
Adaptability/Flexibility
Self-Control
Concern for Others
Dependability
Cooperation
What key skills are needed for this job?
Speaking
Instructing
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Learning Strategies
Social Perceptiveness
Expected Knowledge
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Common Activities
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Thinking Creatively
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Training and Teaching Others
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
