Is being a high school teacher a good fit for you?
Teaches one or more subjects to high school students. Plans lessons, sets tests and helps students prepare for what comes next.
What the work involves
- Gets students ready for later years by encouraging them to explore and keep trying at hard tasks.
- Sets and enforces rules for behaviour and keeps order among students.
- Teaches one or more subjects, like English, maths or social studies, through talks, discussions and demonstrations.
- Prepares materials and classrooms for class activities.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be helping, creative and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a high school teacher is one of yours.
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