About This Career Path
Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
A Day In The Life
Education & Training Industry
Salary Breakdown
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Average
$55,180
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$38,050
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$49,280
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$77,800
ANNUAL
Projected Jobs
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
17,030
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Job Titles
Entry Level
JOB TITLE
Probationary Teacher
Mid Level
JOB TITLE
Teacher
Expert Level
JOB TITLE
Assistant Prinicipal/Prinicipal
Supporting Programs
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
ASU
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Master's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Pima Community College
Non-Credit
In Person
Pima Community College
Non-Credit
In Person
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Post-Master's Certificate
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Post-Master's Certificate
In Person
Arizona State University
Master's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Doctoral or professional degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Grand Canyon University
Master's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Credential
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Master's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Arizona State University
Bachelor's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
In Person
Arizona State University
Credential
In Person
Arizona State University
Master's Degree
In Person
Northern Arizona University
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
In Person
Top Expected Tasks
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
01
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
02
Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.
03
Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
04
Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.
05
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
06
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
07
Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
08
Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
09
Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
10
Assign and grade class work and homework.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
SKILL
Instructing
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Learning Strategies
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Speech Recognition
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