CAREER
Earth Science Teacher
Samuel Lawson teaches earth science in a public school. His goal is that each of his students be successful in learning about Earth. He uses lecturs, discusFor. Career information, write: The National Science Teachers Association 1742 Connecticut Ave, N.w. Washington, DC 20009Sions, demonstrations,lab investigations, and audiovisual aids to instruct students about
Astronomy, meteorology,geology,and oceanography. Mr. Lawson prepares a teaching outline of his course of study, assigns lessons, and corrects student papers.
His duties also inclnde administering tests in order to evaluate student progress, recording results, and sending progress reports to parents or guardians. Mr. Lawson keeps attendance records, maintains discipline, and participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher workshops. He performs extra duties, including helping to coordinate the school science fair, advising the science club, and monitoring the school computer lab.