Junior High School Assistant Teacher
ちゅうがっこうじょきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Junior High School Teachers
Summary
Junior high school assistant teachers assist with teacher duties such as subject instruction, class management, and student guidance at junior high schools.
Description
Junior high school assistant teachers serve as aides to homeroom teachers and subject teachers, engaging in a wide range of educational activities including lesson preparation, support for subject instruction, teaching material creation, assistance with test evaluations, class management, student guidance, and support for school events and club activities. They contribute to the educational field while gaining teaching experience as young educators and aim to improve their expertise and instructional skills. Employment is possible in both public and private schools, with fixed-term or tenure-track positions available.
Future Outlook
Although the number of teaching staff is decreasing due to declining birthrates, the role of assistant teachers is expected to be maintained in response to revisions in the curriculum guidelines and diverse learning needs. New skills and expertise will be required due to the spread of ICT education and strengthened diversity education.
Personality Traits
Adaptable / Empathetic / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Contract Staff / Full-time Public School / Private School Employment
Career Path
Assistant Teacher → Regular Teacher → Lead Teacher → Grade Level Leader/Deputy Principal → Principal
Required Skills
Basic ICT / Communication Skills / Lesson Planning and Operation / Student Guidance / Teaching Material Creation
Recommended Skills
Basic Counseling Knowledge / English/Foreign Language Education / ICT Utilization (Digital Materials) / Special Needs Education
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Dialogue with students, parents, and fellow teachers is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn new teaching methods and curricula. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and event management. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for planning lesson plans and class management. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary to address students' problems in learning and daily life. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high stress from dealing with parents and busy workloads. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Collaborate with teachers to manage school operations and improve lessons. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced numerical analysis is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Junior High School Teacher License
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- Elementary School Teacher
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