# 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.

- Code: 25-2022.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 25-2022)
- Family: [Education & Library](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-25), one of its 68 occupations
- Tasks: 35 tasks (33 core and 2 supplemental)
- Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/25-2022.00
- JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/25-2022.00.json

## What the work is made of

1. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.  
   Core task · Task 6581 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
2. Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.  
   Core task · Task 6580 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
3. Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies.  
   Core task · Task 6575 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
4. Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.  
   Core task · Task 6576 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
5. Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.  
   Core task · Task 6573 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
6. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.  
   Core task · Task 6577 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
7. Assign lessons and correct homework.  
   Core task · Task 6582 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
8. Assist students who need extra help, such as by tutoring and preparing and implementing remedial programs.  
   Core task · Task 18638 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
9. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.  
   Core task · Task 6584 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
10. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.  
   Core task · Task 6579 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
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 task · Task 6578 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
12. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.  
   Core task · Task 6574 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
13. Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.  
   Core task · Task 6583 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
14. Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.  
   Core task · Task 6585 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
15. Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.  
   Core task · Task 6592 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
16. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of middle school programs.  
   Core task · Task 6596 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
17. Guide and counsel students with adjustment or academic problems, or special academic interests.  
   Core task · Task 6588 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
18. Meet or correspond with parents or guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.  
   Core task · Task 18639 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
19. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage.  
   Core task · Task 6593 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
20. Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.  
   Core task · Task 6589 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
21. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.  
   Core task · Task 6594 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
22. Prepare for assigned classes and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.  
   Core task · Task 6591 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
23. Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.  
   Core task · Task 6586 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
24. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees, as required.  
   Core task · Task 6602 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
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 task · Task 6603 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
26. Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.  
   Core task · Task 6595 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
27. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.  
   Core task · Task 6597 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
28. Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.  
   Core task · Task 6601 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
29. Perform administrative duties, such as school library assistance, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.  
   Core task · Task 6598 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
30. Coordinate and supervise extracurricular activities, such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.  
   Core task · Task 18640 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024
31. Organize and label materials and display students' work.  
   Core task · Task 6600 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
32. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.  
   Core task · Task 6604 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
33. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and needs.  
   Core task · Task 6599 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
34. Provide students with disabilities with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities, such as restrooms.  
   Supplemental task · Task 6606 · Rated by 69 people who do the job, August 2024
35. Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.  
   Supplemental task · Task 6607 · Rated by 70 people who do the job, August 2024

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