A Teacher not only teaches, but inspires and encourages students to be their best. School is not only a place of academic learning, but of social learning as well, and will have an effect on how students interact with others in the future. A teacher instructs students in subjects such as science, mathematics, language arts, social studies, art, and music, and then helps them apply those concepts.

Teachers work in public or private elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools. Those working in middle and high schools usually specialize in teaching one subject. Special education teachers, who work with students who have special needs, are not included in this profile. Teachers try to make their lessons easy to understand.

They teach things in different ways so that different students can learn in the way that is easiest for them. Teachers might use a chalkboard, a projector, or a computer. They make posters or worksheets before class starts.

Teachers plan the schedule for the day. Most teachers have to teach what the principal tells them. Teachers also assign homework and class projects. They often have students work together to do projects. When students are not doing as well as they should, teachers help them. After class, teachers grade papers and projects.

They also make tests. They write students' report cards. And they meet with parents to try to help their children do better in school. Teachers sometimes go to workshops to learn how to teach better. Some teachers also help with sports or other after-school activities.

Work Environment

• Teachers are in schools, colleges, universities, schoolyards, on computers, in offices, in classrooms, and at home grading papers. They usually work regular teaching hours, but are expected to work additional hours to prepare for classes, attend staff meetings and undertake administrative tasks such as marking and writing reports. They may also be required to work additional hours to take students on excursions or camps, or to attend assemblies, graduations or other school functions. school teachers are also expected to attend professional development seminars and sessions.

Entry Level Education

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum
• Master's or Doctorate Degree preferred.