Preparation and Planning:
1. Lesson Planning: Teachers create lesson plans that outline the learning objectives, activities, assessments, and resources for each class.
2. Curriculum Development: Teachers develop and update the curriculum to ensure it aligns with educational standards and program goals.
3. Resource Gathering: Teachers gather and organize resources such as books, articles, videos, and interactive materials to support learning.
4. Classroom Setup: Teachers set up and maintain a conducive learning environment by arranging furniture, displays, and materials.
Teaching and Instruction:
5. Teaching Lessons: Teachers deliver lessons using a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and group work.
6. Guiding Learning: Teachers facilitate learning by guiding students through activities and providing support and guidance as needed.
7. Encouraging Participation: Teachers encourage students to actively participate in class discussions, group projects, and other learning activities.
Assessment and Evaluation:
8. Formative Assessment: Teachers use various assessment methods, including quizzes, homework assignments, and class participation, to track student progress and provide feedback.
9. Summative Assessment: Teachers conduct summative assessments, such as tests and final exams, to evaluate student learning and assign grades.
Classroom Management:
10. Establishing Routines: Teachers establish routines and procedures for entering the classroom, transitions, and participation to ensure a smooth learning environment.
11. Managing Behavior: Teachers manage student behavior by setting expectations, enforcing rules and consequences, and promoting positive behavior.
Communication:
12. Communicating with Students: Teachers communicate with students to provide feedback, answer questions, and foster positive relationships.
13. Conferencing with Parents: Teachers meet with parents or guardians to discuss student progress, concerns, and strategies for supporting learning.
Professional Development:
14. Continuous Learning: Teachers participate in professional development workshops, courses, and conferences to enhance their teaching skills and knowledge.
15. Collaborating with Colleagues: Teachers collaborate with fellow educators to share ideas, resources, and best practices.
Administrative Tasks:
16. Record-Keeping: Teachers maintain student records, including attendance, grades, and progress reports.
17. Reporting to Administration: Teachers provide regular reports to school administrators on student progress and classroom activities.
18. Parent Communication: Teachers communicate with parents through emails, phone calls, and parent-teacher conferences to provide updates and seek input.
Student Support:
19. Identifying Learning Needs: Teachers identify students with learning challenges or gaps and provide additional support or referrals to appropriate resources.
20. Social and Emotional Support: Teachers provide social and emotional support to students by listening to their concerns, offering guidance, and promoting a positive learning environment.