Technical College Teacher
こうとうせんもんがっこうきょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Childcare and Education Occupations
- Middle : School Teachers
- Minor : Technical College and University Faculty
Summary
Educational position at technical colleges (kosen) that delivers lectures, practical training, and research guidance on specialized subjects.
Description
Technical college teachers cultivate students' technical abilities by delivering lectures and conducting experiments and practical training based on knowledge in specialized fields such as engineering, information technology, and materials science. They also handle lesson planning and curriculum development, material creation, student evaluation and career guidance, research projects, and industry-academia collaboration activities. It is necessary to continuously learn the latest technologies and teaching methods to enhance expertise.
Future Outlook
Although there are challenges due to declining student numbers from falling birthrates, demand for teachers proficient in specialized fields is expected to remain stable due to the importance of industry-academia collaboration and developing highly specialized talent.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Good explanatory skills / Good teamwork / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Evening Classes / Full-time / Industry-Academia Collaboration / Research and Education Combined
Career Path
Lecturer → Assistant Professor → Associate Professor → Professor
Required Skills
Communication skills / Instructional skills / Knowledge in specialized fields (engineering and technology) / Teaching methods
Recommended Skills
English (for reading papers and materials) / IT literacy / Industry-academia collaboration project management / Material creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Essential for clearly conveying specialized knowledge to students. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary due to the need to continuously learn specialized technologies and teaching methods. |
| Planning & Organization | Required for lesson planning and curriculum development. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly lectures in classrooms and desk work, with little physical labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Technical College Teacher License
Aliases
- Technical College Teacher
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- High School Teacher
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