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Teach occupational, career and technical, or vocational subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Currently Employed: 14,400

Yearly Projected Openings: 450

Typical Hourly Wage: Not Available

Typical Annual Salary: $43,600 - $67,100

• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.