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Overview
Science teacher secondary school work is about teaching biology, chemistry, physics or broader science to secondary students through lessons, materials, demonstrations, assignments and examinations.
In job descriptions, look for curriculum objectives, laboratory safety, course material, homework, assessment, feedback, support for learning difficulties, parent contact and collaboration with educational staff.
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Open in Job ExplorerWhat the work can involve
Science teachers in secondary school prepare and teach biology, chemistry, physics or integrated science. The work combines lesson planning, demonstrations, lab safety, homework, exams and individual support for students.
Skills and specializations
Useful skills include curriculum planning, assessment, constructive feedback, adapting teaching, course materials and classroom safety. Specialization may follow biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, laboratory sciences or cross-curricular science projects.
Salary context
Salary context depends on subject breadth, classroom responsibility, laboratory work, assessment load, mentoring duties and whether the role includes coordination with educational staff or support systems.
Career paths
Paths usually start from subject study, teacher preparation or science education support. Development can lead to subject leadership, laboratory coordination, curriculum work, pastoral roles or teacher training.
Good to know
Check whether the advert names the science subjects, student age group and laboratory expectations. Strong postings explain assessment methods, course materials, safety duties and collaboration with parents or staff.
Editorial note
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O*NET relationships: 1
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
25-2031.00
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
secondary school teacher (2330.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/1ad4012e-30e3-492c-b42c-09cff3047574 |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2330.1.18 |
| ISCO group | 2330 |
| Concept type | Occupation |