Teacher
Make a real difference and shape futures with a rewarding career in the classroom.
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- What's it like to be a Teacher?
- How to become a Teacher
- Latest Teacher jobs
- Top skills and experience for Teachers
- Is Teacher the right role for you?
- Teacher role reviews
What's it like to be a Teacher?
A Teacher is responsible for educating students at varying levels, and preparing lesson plans that teach to a curriculum. They can work in either early childhood, primary or secondary school environments, depending on their training and interests.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Preparing lesson plans in accordance with the set curriculum.
- For Primary School Teachers, educating children across a wide variety of subjects.
- For Secondary School Teachers, educating children more deeply in one or two specialist subject areas.
- Supervising students in class, in buildings and on the playground.
- Developing children’s abilities and interests.
- Nurturing children’s mental, emotional and relational health.
- Setting tests and exams, and conducting testing.
- Meeting with parents, family and guardians to discuss children’s progress, abilities, areas for further development and interpersonal relational styles.
- Helping to organise, and attending and facilitating school carnivals, fetes, sports days, musicals, after-school sports and excursions.
How to become a Teacher
To work as a Teacher, you’ll need to hold a degree or post-graduate level qualification in teaching. The course you’ll complete will depend on the age group of children you want to teach, or whether you want to specialise in a particular area.
- Early Childhood Teachers are qualified to implement plans and teach children aged 4-8 years. They are heavily focused on children’s coordination, creativity and social skills. A Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Education) is required.
- Primary School Teachers are qualified to implement plans and teach children aged 5-12. They tend to teach broadly and are heavily focused on embedding the foundations of reading, writing and arithmetic for higher learning. A Bachelor of Education (Primary) will usually take 4 years full-time.
- High School (Secondary) Teachers may specialise in a subject area such as English and History, or Maths and Physics. A Bachelor of Education (Secondary) will also take 4 years to complete full-time.
- If you want to teach in public schools, you’ll need to get an approval during your course to be able to go straight into a job. Make sure to check your state or territory’s education department regulations to register as a Teacher.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Teacher employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Teaching
VIT Registration
Teaching Practice
Literacy
Numeracy
Literacy Teaching
Teacher Education
Queensland College of Teachers Registration
Student Management
Vocational Education
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Latest Teacher reviews
Dec 2025
My overall experience as a teacher has been a fulfilling journey of shaping young minds, overcoming daily challenges, and finding purpose in helping learners grow academically and personally.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Education
Experience5 – 9 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationEducation & Training
The good thingsWorking as a teacher is deeply rewarding, as you play a vital role in shaping young minds and helping learners discover their potential. Every day brings new challenges and opportunities for creativit...
The challenges
Teaching can be demanding due to heavy workloads, large class sizes, and limited resources. As a Teacher i often experience stress from administrative tasks, curriculum pressure, and high expectation...
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Jun 2024
My overall experience as a teacher has been incredibly rewarding, filled with moments of student success and continuous learning.
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate IV in Automotive
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationTrades & Services
The good thingsBeing an automotive trainer is incredibly rewarding. The most enjoyable part is seeing my students progress and gain confidence in their skills. Teaching them complex diagnostic techniques and watchin...
The challengesWhile I love being an automotive trainer, there are a few aspects that can be less enjoyable. One of the main drawbacks is the administrative workload that comes with the job. Preparing lesson plans, ...
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