Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
- Tasks
- 35 tasks33 core, 2 supplemental
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- Code
- 25-2022.00SOC 2018: 25-2022
What the work is made of
33 core tasks and 2 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.
Core: central to the jobSupplemental: done by some, not all
- Task 1. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.Core taskTask 6581Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 2. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.Core taskTask 6580Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 3. Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.Core taskTask 6575Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 4. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.Core taskTask 6576Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 5. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.Core taskTask 6573Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 6. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.Core taskTask 6577Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 7. Assign lessons and correct homework.Core taskTask 6582Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 8. Assist students who need extra help, such as by tutoring and preparing and implementing remedial programs.Core taskTask 18638Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 9. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.Core taskTask 6584Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 10. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.Core taskTask 6579Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 11. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.Core taskTask 6578Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 12. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.Core taskTask 6574Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 13. Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.Core taskTask 6583Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 14. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.Core taskTask 6585Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 15. Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.Core taskTask 6592Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 16. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs.Core taskTask 6596Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 17. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.Core taskTask 6588Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 18. Meet or correspond with parents or guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.Core taskTask 18639Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 19. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage.Core taskTask 6593Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 20. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.Core taskTask 6589Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 21. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.Core taskTask 6594Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 22. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.Core taskTask 6591Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 23. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.Core taskTask 6586Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 24. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required.Core taskTask 6602Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 25. Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from such activities.Core taskTask 6603Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 26. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.Core taskTask 6595Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 27. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.Core taskTask 6597Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 28. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.Core taskTask 6601Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 29. Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.Core taskTask 6598Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 30. Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.Core taskTask 18640Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 31. Organize and label materials and display students' work.Core taskTask 6600Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 32. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.Core taskTask 6604Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 33. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs.Core taskTask 6599Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 34. Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.Supplemental taskTask 6606Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
- Task 35. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.Supplemental taskTask 6607Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
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- ClassificationStandard Occupational Classification 2018, 25-2022
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