What do middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education do?
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
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Job titles to recognize in your search
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- Art Teacher
- English Teacher
- Language Arts Teacher (LA Teacher)
- Math Teacher (Mathematics Teacher)
- Middle School Teacher
- Music Teacher
- PE Teacher (Physical Education Teacher)
- Science Teacher
Core tasks to compare with a job posting
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
- Assign lessons and correct homework.
- Assist students who need extra help, such as by tutoring and preparing and implementing remedial programs.
- Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
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- Choose two or three tasks above that match the posting and your actual experience.
- Build a resume evidence worksheet using the skills and software relevant to that employer.
- Practice explaining your contribution, decisions and results before an interview.
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