Junior High School Teacher
ちゅうがっこうきょうゆ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Junior High School Teachers
Summary
Junior high school teachers provide learning guidance, student guidance, career guidance, homeroom management, etc., at junior high schools, supporting students' learning and growth as professionals.
Description
Junior high school teachers create lesson plans, deliver instruction, and evaluate learning in their assigned subjects at junior high schools, supporting students' understanding of learning and formation of attitudes. In addition, they handle a wide range of tasks including student guidance, career counseling, parent communication, homeroom management, and club activity advising. It is necessary to understand curriculum guidelines based on the Courses of Study, and skills in ICT utilization and curriculum management are also required. A teaching license is essential, workplaces include both public and private schools, and transfers or after-hours duties (club advising, training participation, etc.) often occur.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates leading to fewer students and ongoing educational reforms, adaptation to ICT utilization and active learning is required. Improvements in teacher expertise and working style reforms are expected.
Personality Traits
Empathetic / Good Teamwork / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Private Schools / Public Schools / Transfers Possible
Career Path
Newly Hired Teacher → Lead Teacher → Vice Principal → Principal → Board of Education Staff
Required Skills
Classroom Management / Communication Skills / Lesson Planning / Student Guidance / Subject Instruction
Recommended Skills
Counseling Basics / Curriculum Management / English Presentation / ICT Utilization Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Necessary to adapt to diverse students and changes in educational guidelines |
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with students, parents, and colleagues |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required for standing work and club activity advising |
| Planning & Organization | Because it is necessary to create lesson plans and annual guidance plans |
| Problem Solving | Essential for student guidance and handling troubles |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to high stress from diverse tasks and emergency responses |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not the main duty |
Related Qualifications
- Teaching License (Junior High School Type 1/2)
Aliases
- Junior High School Instructor
- Junior High School Staff
- Junior High School Teacher
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