Duties
High school teachers put together informative and engaging lesson plans for their subjects. Teachers use a variety of visual aids, textbooks and creative projects to gain student involvement. As technology becomes an increasingly large part of education, high school teachers may be required to have and teach computer skills. Other duties may include:
Making administrative and budget decisions
Chaperoning classes and trips
Prioritizing teaching methods
Completing parent and student counseling
Enforcing rules and disciplinary action
Lecturing and discussing concepts
Preparing material for presentations
Grading tests and conducting progress reports
Recordkeeping student activities in accordance with laws and school policies