Private teacher

Also known as

Art teacher, dance teacher, drama teacher, music teacher, maths tutor, language tutor, private tutor, piano teacher, music instructor

AUT programmes

• Primary Teaching - Bachelor of Education

Work environment

• Usually work part time, including evenings and weekends but may work regular business hours
• Usually work in different places and may travel locally
• Need to communicate well, identify and solve problems and be organised

Typical tasks

• Plan lessons and teach students
• Teach practical skills, hobbies and crafts
• Assess student’s strengths and weaknesses
• Create individual educational plans for students
• Plan games and activities
• Manage different student learning needs
• Prepare students for tests and exams
• Encourage students
• Communicate with parents, caregivers and whānau
• Set up classroom materials and equipment

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