Correspondence Course Grader (Academic Subjects)
つうしんてんさくいん（きょうかがくしゅう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that uses correspondence education materials to evaluate answer sheets submitted by learners, corrects errors, provides explanations and learning advice, and returns them.
Description
Correspondence Course Graders (Academic Subjects) score and grade answer sheets and assignments submitted by correspondence education students, write error corrections, explanations, and learning advice, and return them. The work is mainly done from home, leveraging subject-specific expertise to guide learners toward deeper understanding through careful written expressions. Deadline management, handling multiple assignments, and coordination with educational institutions or operating companies are also required.
Future Outlook
Demand remains stable due to the expansion of the e-learning market. While simple grading tasks may decline with the adoption of AI auto-grading, the need for specialized professionals capable of providing high-quality individualized instruction and careful feedback is expected to stay high.
Personality Traits
Attention to Detail / Kind / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Strong Writing Skills
Work Style
Contract Employee / Dispatched/Contracted / Full Remote / Part-time Possible / Remote
Career Path
Correspondence Course Grader → Chief Grader → Curriculum Development Staff → Education Consultant
Required Skills
Grading System Operation / IT Literacy (Basic) / Office Software / Subject Expertise / Typing
Recommended Skills
Communication Tool Usage / Pedagogy / Time Management / e-Learning Operations
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately identify errors in answer sheets. |
| Communication Skills | Requires writing and expression skills to explain things clearly to learners. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Involves a lot of individual work, with relatively little teamwork. |
Aliases
- Correspondence Education Grader
- Correspondence Education Instructor
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