Secondary School Teachers
Secondary School Teachers educate students in Years 7-12 across various subject areas, helping shape young minds during crucial developmental years. They create engaging lesson plans, assess student progress, and use modern educational technologies like interactive whiteboards and online learning platforms. This rewarding career requires strong communication skills, subject expertise, and the ability to inspire and motivate teenagers. Teachers work collaboratively with colleagues and parents to support student success and often pursue ongoing professional development.
Did you know?
All teachers in Australia must be registered with their state or territory teacher registration authority. This requires completing an approved teaching qualification and meeting professional standards for teaching.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$85,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Fast growing
Top skill
Instructing
Things to consider
Educational Pathway Requirements
To become a secondary teacher, you need to complete a Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or a Bachelor's degree in your chosen subject area followed by a Master of Teaching. Both pathways include practical teaching experience in schools.
Subject Specialisation Opportunities
Secondary teachers typically specialise in one or two subject areas such as English, Mathematics, Science, History, or Languages. Consider your strongest subjects and interests when planning your teaching career path.
Key responsibilities
Presenting prescribed curriculum using a range of teaching techniques and materials
Developing students' interests, abilities and coordination by way of creative activities
Guiding discussions and supervising work in class
Preparing, administering and marking tests, projects and assignments to evaluate students' progress and recording the results
Discussing individual progress and problems with students and parents, and seeking advice from Student Counsellors and senior teachers