EDUCATION

2422-11 Vocational Education Teacher

Teaches one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at a Techinical and Further Education Institution (TAFE) or other training institute to students for vocational education and training purposes.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or a post-graduate diploma in adult education. In some instances relevant industry and vocational education experience is required in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

• teaches students through the presentation of lesson materials, discussions, workshop and laboratory sessions and the use of audio-visual aids and other classroom resources
• prepares, administers and marks activities to assess students competencies
• provides feedback and maintains records of students progress
• liaises with industry to keep up to date with current practice vadvises students on courses and related matters
• consults with Librarians, Student Counsellors, Education Managers and other support staff
• may be involved in curriculum development and the preparation of teaching resources

Specialisations:

Adult Education Teacher
TAFE Lecturer
TAFE Teacher