High School Lecturer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : High School Teachers
Summary
An educational position at high schools that provides academic instruction, career guidance, and life guidance to students.
Description
High school lecturers plan and conduct lessons based on specialized knowledge in each subject and evaluate students' learning achievements. They select or create teaching materials, develop exam questions, and support students' advancement to higher education or employment through regular exams and career guidance. As homeroom teachers, they also engage in life guidance, communication with parents, school committees, and club activities, participating in school operations. Continuous learning of teaching methods through teacher training is required.
Future Outlook
Although the student population is declining due to falling birthrates, demand for hiring remains stable due to efforts to improve teacher quality and promote ICT education. Shortages persist in specific fields such as specialized subjects and foreign languages.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Empathetic / Flexible and adaptable / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Club advisor / Full-time / Part-time lecturer / Private school teacher / Public high school teacher
Career Path
Newly hired teacher → Lead teacher → Subject department head → Vice principal → Principal → Education board supervisor
Required Skills
Grade evaluation / ICT utilization / Lesson planning and management / Student guidance and counseling / Subject expertise / Teaching materials creation
Recommended Skills
Active learning / Basic knowledge of special needs education / Career guidance / ICT teaching materials creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | To collaborate smoothly with students, parents, and colleagues. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary due to the need to update educational content and teaching methods. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical strength needed for standing work and club activity guidance. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for lesson planning and event management. |
| Stress Tolerance | High mental stress from dealing with diverse students and parents. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Required for collaboration among teachers and school event operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analysis is not essential. |
Related Qualifications
- High school teacher license
- Passed teacher employment exam
Aliases
- High school faculty
- High school teacher
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