Chief teacher, theoretical training

Vocational education and training teachers and vocational training centre (VTC) lecturers teach adults and students in secondary schools and vocational training centres. They prepare learners for work in particular occupational fields that usually do not require higher education.

• developing curricula, plans and teaching methods;
• identifying the educational needs of students or workers and liaising with individuals and representatives of industry and other education sectors to ensure the provision of relevant education and training programmes;
• delivering lectures and leading discussions to increase learners' knowledge and competence;
• instructing and supervising learners in the use of tools, equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage;
• monitoring and evaluating learners' work to determine their progress, provide feedback and suggest improvements;
• administering oral, written or other tests to measure progress and evaluate the effectiveness of training and learners' competence;
• preparing reports and maintaining records of learners' marks, attendance and the nature of educational activity;
• supervising independent or group projects, laboratory work or other training;
• providing individual tuition or opportunities for remedial examinations;
• conducting workplace training courses to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures or methods in particular subjects.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Teacher, practical training
• Teacher, theoretical training
• Lecturer, vocational training centre