Nature of work
A high school physics teacher teaches physics basics to high school students at private and public schools. He/she develops engaging curricula, including lab experiments and other scientific investigations; presents lessons and evaluates student performance. He/she also sets and enforces guidelines for classroom behavior and arranges parent-teacher conferences when needed. He/she educates students between the ages of 11 and 18 from a National Curriculum subject area. He/she is employed within public and private schools. He/she teaches courses in physics sciences. He/she Prepares and delivers lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics. Evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers. Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts, Compiles, administers, and grades examinations, or assigns this work to others, Supervises students' laboratory work, Keeps abreast of developments in his/her field by reading current literature, talks with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. And participates in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events, and prepares lessons to a range of classes of different ages. Environment of work
A teacher generally works school hours, usually from 8.00am until 1.30, but most teachers are in school before the school day starts and remain after school is finished. Marking and preparation are usually done at home. He/she often spends time in the evenings and on weekends grading assignments, preparing lessons, or advising student organizations. He/she may meet with parents, students, and other teachers before and after school. He/she works the traditional 10 month school year, with a 2 month break during the summer. The teacher have 10 weeks per year away from the classroom, but many use this time to work on marking, planning and preparation. jobs are available in all areas throughout the country. A teacher may be able to supplement his/her income through private tuition, national exam marking, teaching evening classes or writing textbooks. Although there are similar numbers of male and female. Professional life
Career progression may be through a specialist curriculum or pastoral role, or by moving into management. A teacher may become a head of department, a head of year or a coordinator of a cross-curricular area, such as special needs or careers education, as well as subject or professional mentors for trainee teachers on placement. Some teachers move out of schools and into other related jobs, such as further education lecturing, school inspection, advisory or consultancy roles, initial teacher training, or administration in education establishments. There are some opportunities for self-employment, which include private tutoring, writing educational materials or running a small private school. Typical monthly starting salaries: from 30000 SYP. Getting the job
A high school physics teacher typically has a 4-year Bachelor of Science in physics with an education emphasis or minor. Courses in a physics program with an education emphasis may include math, teaching methods and chemistry. Private schools may not require licensure. There are a variety of ways that someone can become a teacher. Some teachers get a bachelor’s degree from a wide range of academic programs, and take one year of Diploma of Education, so they get new skills about teaching and instructional. Unless their first degree is a Bachelor of Education. Other career and technical education teachers have a bachelor’s degree in the field they teach, such as engineering, computer science, or business. Some teachers have a high school diploma and significant work experience in the field they teach, such as automotive mechanics or culinary arts. Private schools may employ a teacher focusing in experiences and practice, this is uncommon. Skills
There's many skills a teacher needs to have and improve, such as: • Creativity, he/she must be able to develop interesting lesson plans to keep students’ attention and to teach students who learn in different ways. • Instructional skills, he/she needs to be able to explain difficult concepts in terms that students understand. • Communication skills, he/she must collaborate with other teachers and members of the community. • Organizational skills, he/she must be able to organize their materials and their time well. • Patience, he/she must be patient with students who struggle with material. • Reading Comprehension, Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. • Speaking, Talking to others to convey information effectively. • Time Management, Managing one's own time and the time of others. • Critical Thinking, Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Sources and references
If you need any further information on what is provided in this file, you can visit the following websites: • www.aapt.org, American Association of Physics Teachers • www.teachersnetwork.org, Free Lesson Plans • tpt.aapt.org, Physics Teacher Online • www.thephysicsteacher.ie • www.teachsyn-dam.com, Syrian teachers Syndicate • teachers.net, free lessons for students and teachers, • www.teachertube.com, an educator and student friendly site. • Arab Standard Classification of Occupations, 2008, Ed. Arab Labor Organization Summary
A teacher teaches, supports, observes and records the progress of his/her class (pupils aged 11-18). He/she also plans lessons in line with national objectives with the aim of ensuring a healthy culture of learning. A secondary school teacher must also keep up to date with developments in his/her subject area, new resources, methods and national objectives. The role involves liaising and networking with other professionals, parents and careers, both informally and formally.
