Becoming a Secondary School Teacher in Queensland

About this role

Teach students in secondary school based on the curriculum; provide support and motivation to students.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Secondary School Teacher include:

• prepare lessons and teaching materials making sure they are based on the curriculum
• set homework and tasks
• guide discussion and activities in class
• assess student progress and mark work
• discuss student progress with parents and carers
• attend staff meetings, workshops, conferences and professional development events
• manage student behaviour, help with problems and offer advice
• assist with extra-curricular tasks such as sport, music or concerts
• organise study trips, social activities and sports events.