Teacher_Roles_and_Responsibilities

Teaching is a profession which requires several differing qualities and skills to carry out successfully. The role of a teacher goes further than the teaching of pupils. Background work and effective preparation are key to a successful lesson. A thorough understanding of teaching legislation and codes of conduct are also required along with a duty to your work colleagues. It is in the classroom where the teacher has the most impact on the student regarding the development and progress he or she will make. The teacher is responsible for providing an organized, structured time in the classroom and to ensure each individual is given the equal opportunity to progress in there chosen subject. This progression will be helped by a teacher who is enthusiastic, organized, confident and have a good knowledge of the teaching subject to name a few of the required qualities. Good planning and providing effective lesson plans that will help to ensure a productive time in the classroom. The teacher must also be aware of the individuals in the class and understand some people thrive off different learning techniques and have appropriate planning in regard to the lesson plan, structure and the approach to help with these matters. The teacher must be non judgmental, confident and instill confidence in the pupils. The teacher should also adopt a reflective view of themselves and analyze their teaching techniques, learn from others around them and act on this information so that they can continuously develop and improve as a teacher. With respect to colleagues, the teacher must at all times respect the professional standing they hold and be respectful of their opinions. They should work hard to maintain good working relationships and show the highest standards of courtesy. Having an active interest and a close working relationship with colleagues will increase the ability to develop trust and confidence in each other, form an effective working relationship and develop as a unit. If a senior position is held, the person with the greater responsibility must ensure that they act professionally and follow all appropriate workplace legislation. All teachers must be approachable and encourage team members to develop on a personal and professional level. When entering the teaching profession it must be understood that one is working in a position of trust and responsibility requiring the highest levels of professionalism. Teachers must be aware and act upon up to date legislation in the workplace regarding UK law and also the rules and regulations of the particular institution they work for. Under 2007 legislation, teachers will need to register with the IFL (Institute for learning). This is the professional body for teachers, trainers and tutors within the learning and skills sector. The teacher is also responsible for their own health and safety and the health and safety of others within the workplace as in any other workplace. It becomes clear that a teacher must possess several, varied qualities to be effective and it also becomes clear that there is more to teaching than what goes on in the classroom. Effective lesson planning, organization, communication and reflective learning with colleagues coupled together with a thorough knowledge of appropriate legislation are just some of these qualities.