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Overview
Classical languages teachers in secondary school teach Latin, Ancient Greek or related classical-language subjects, prepare lessons and materials, support students and assess knowledge through assignments, tests and examinations.
In job descriptions, look for grammar instruction, translation work, classical texts, lesson planning, classroom management, individual student support, assessment criteria and coordination with the wider school curriculum.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
The work combines subject teaching with secondary-school routines. Lessons may cover Latin or Ancient Greek grammar, translation, classical texts, cultural context, assignments, tests and individual support for students.
Skills and specializations
Strong roles need command of the language, clear explanation of grammar, text analysis, lesson planning, classroom management and fair assessment. Digital materials and small-group support can matter when class sizes or prior knowledge vary.
Salary context
Salary context depends on teaching load, subject mix, responsibility for examinations, curriculum development, mentoring, coordination with other teachers and whether the role includes wider school duties.
Career paths
Experience may start through teacher education, language studies, tutoring or assistant teaching. Later paths can include subject coordination, curriculum work, examination responsibility, mentoring new teachers or broader humanities teaching.
Good to know
Read adverts for the language focus, age group, timetable, assessment duties and available teaching materials. Check whether the school expects one classical language, several languages or links to history and literature.
Editorial note
This guide gives editorial career context for classical languages teacher secondary school work. It is not official labour-market statistics or salary data.
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Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
25-2031.00
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Occupation group
secondary school teacher (2330.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/2b6bb2d1-54b0-4feb-8c6c-8ba20adde1df |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2330.1.5 |
| ISCO group | 2330 |
| Concept type | Occupation |