Occupation information for Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical... District Of Columbia

description

Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.

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Currently Employed: 3,730

Projected Annual Job Openings: 330

Typical Hourly Wage: Not Available

Typical Annual Salary: $61,210 - $99,860

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: Bachelor's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
  • Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.
  • Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
  • Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
  • Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
  • Assign and grade class work and homework.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Binocular light compound microscopes
  • Childrens science kits
  • Compasses
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital camcorders or video cameras

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Cloud-based data access and sharing software
  • Computer based training software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Video creation and editing software