Career as a Teacher

Do you ever wish you were in your teacher’s position when you observe them? Do you love instructing and are you regarded as the class expert? Do you wish to impart your expertise and educate the next generation of smart people? Then it is almost clear that you are considering a teaching position.

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What does a teacher do?

A teacher is a qualified individual who instructs students in accordance with national curriculum standards in their particular fields of expertise. They are responsible for distributing assignments, marking tests, recording progress, and maintaining contact with parents. Their other responsibilities include: 

• Use visual and audio aids to present courses in a thorough way that will encourage learning.
• Promote interactive learning to deliver tailored training to every learner.
• Produce and disseminate educational material (notes, summaries, assignments, etc.)
• Evaluate student progress, keep track of it, and give grades and comments.
• Uphold a clean and organized classroom
• Participate in regular meetings and cooperate with other educators, parents, and stakeholders.
• Create and carry out instructional in-class and outdoor events and activities.
• Report any suspicions of neglect, abuse, etc. by keeping an eye on the behaviour and psychology of the students.
• Attending seminars, conferences, etc. will help you advance and broaden your professional knowledge and skills.

Career Path to Becoming a Teacher

Path 1: You can complete your 12 from any stream. After that, graduation can be pursued in any stream. You may also continue with a bachelor’s degree in education (B.Ed). You can also pursue a master’s degree in education (M.Ed). You may also pursue a PhD in education.

Path 2: You can get your 12 from any stream. Then earn a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (B.El.Ed). You can also pursue a Masters in Education (M.Ed). You can then pursue a PhD in Education.

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Salary of Teachers at different stages of career

A Teacher’s salary varies depending on relevant years of experience gained; for example, the starting salary of a Teacher with less than one year of experience is INR 2.90 LPA on average. However, with increasing experience and knowledge, a teacher’s highest salary can reach INR 5.30 LPA. A teacher’s salary is also affected by the industry in which they work. A government school teacher’s salary typically ranges between INR 2.3 and 8.4 LPA, while a private school teacher’s salary ranges between INR 2.80 and 5 LPA.

Experience	Average Annual Salary
Fresher	INR 2.45 L
1-4 years	INR 2.65 L
5-9 years	INR 3.11 L
More than 10 years	INR 4.02 L
20 years & above	INR 5.06 L

Skills required to become a Teacher

1. Communication:
   The finest teachers are those with strong communication skills because they interact with students regularly and productively. These include the capacity for active listening, professional but approachable body language, and verbal and written communication.

2. Critical Thinking
   Teachers sometimes face time limits while trying to solve a variety of difficulties. They deal with conflicts amongst students, update class plans, and reply immediately to challenging queries from pupils.
   Being a teacher requires having the capacity to quickly synthesize the information at your disposal and make wise decisions using critical thinking abilities.

3. Organizational Skills
   As a teacher, you’ll have a lot of responsibilities to juggle, including organizing lessons, attending meetings, and grading. You must be both mentally and physically organized if you’re going to handle all of these things successfully.

4. Creativity
   When instructing at any age level, passion is crucial for maintaining the pupils’ attention. To keep your student’s interest during class planning and delivery, use creativity. Maintain your sense of humour, be adaptable, and be aware that what works for one student or class won’t always work for others.

5. Patience
   Teachers need to be patient, especially when handling challenging classroom situations. They frequently have to repeat explanations of ideas and deal with disruptive or difficult in-class students. A teacher’s patience will also be tested when dealing with students’ parents, coworkers, and administrators.
   A teacher must handle everything with a cool, collected tone while paying close attention to the current challenge.

6. Technical skills
   Teachers must be knowledgeable in the subject matter they teach. Naturally, different jobs call for a range of abilities, but even teachers of young children need a high level of proficiency. Good general computer skills and the capacity to comprehend, utilize, or lead are among the technical abilities required of teachers.

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Is teaching a good career option?

• You will experience a level of job satisfaction as a teacher that very few people will. Teachers likely have a greater impact on a child’s life than parents do. You’ll return home filled with pride once you see the students’ tangible results.
• Teaching offers a very obvious path for career advancement if that is something you are interested in. There are options to advance as far as you’d like to, from department leaders to head teachers.
• Each summer, with roughly ten weeks off, teachers have the chance to unwind and recharge. You can use the gap to advance your career or, as many people do, take some time off from academic pursuits entirely.
• Teachers earn pensions after retiring. These are frequently more substantial than the standard private sector retirement benefits. Although every state is different, several of them permit teachers to retire at age 55 if they have contributed to retirement funds for 30 years.

Types of Industries hiring A Teacher

• Government Schools
• Private Schools
• Tutors
• College and Universities
• Public Schools
• Municipality/ State Government school
• Art Colleges and Academy

Top recruiters for Teachers in India

• Kendriya Vidyalaya
• WhiteHat Jr.
• Byju’s
• Vedantu
• Any private/ public school

Courses to upskill as a Teacher

Your abilities will be updated and you will gain a complete understanding of what becoming a teacher requires. Check out the below-listed certification programs.

COURSE	DURATION
Foundation of Teaching	1-3 months
University of Teaching	1-3 months
Uncommon Sense Teaching	1-4 weeks
Practical teaching with technology	1-4 weeks
Online learning design	3-6 months

Qualification to become a Teacher

Degrees in India

After completing your diploma in any profession of your choice and while pursuing your B.ed, you must pass a few government tests, such as the CTET, TET, and STET, in order to become a teacher. Teaching in government institutions and schools requires a B.Ed. Additionally, you can enrol in integrated courses to help you finish both your undergraduate degree and your B.E. in four years.

You can pursue any postgraduation in the same stream of your bachelor’s to enhance your education and become an expert in the same. 

COURSE	DURATION
BA BEd integrated course	4 years
BSc BEd integrated course	4 years
Diploma in Elementary Education	2 years
Bachelor in physical education	3 years
B.Ed.	2 years

Degree Abroad

Universities often need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline before starting a program focused on teaching.

You must fulfil the country’s teaching standards, which often include a degree or degree, master’s entrance examinations, language exams, and other specific documentation, in order to become a teacher overseas.

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References

Books

• Why Don’t Students Like School
• The Hidden Lives of Learners
• Seven Myths about Education
• Bringing Words to Life
• Make It Stick

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