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IT Teacher - Western Cape

SPECIFICATION
Successful IT teachers keep up with the latest IT trends and have a passion for sharing their knowledge with their students. IT teachers teach students about the principles of technology and how to use basic information technology tools in their work and lives. They teach at the elementary, middle, and high-school level. They also teach at the college level with the proper amount of schooling. The public school system is the biggest employer of IT teachers, although some do work for private schools. Their schedule follows the schedule for public school, meaning they have weekends and holidays off. They may also have the opportunity to join a teacher’s union depending on their state.

Job Specification

IT classrooms differ from the traditional classroom in that there is usually a computer for each student and a digital whiteboard. According to the National Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for high school teachers, which includes IT... teachers, is set to rise 8 percent through 2026.

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Responsibilities
• Plan Lessons According to Curriculum Standards
• IT teachers are required to plan their lessons according to both state and national curriculum, incorporating technological elements into each lesson.
• Stay Abreast of Latest IT Trends
• The world of IT changes at a rapid pace. IT teachers have to pay attention to trends in their industry. This involves continuing education and professional development courses, as well as self-learning.
• Perform Regular Hardware and Software Updates on Classroom IT Devices
• IT teachers have to be experts on all the hardware and software used in their classroom. This includes hardware such as computers, printers, scanners, projectors, and digital whiteboards. Common software includes Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop, and Illustrator. They must be familiar with both Windows and Apple operating systems.
• Monitor Student Progress Through Administrating Assignments, Quizzes, and Tests
• Like all teachers, IT teachers have to create assignments, quizzes, and tests that measure the competency level of their students. Good teachers routinely analyze the results of each assignment to see which students need more work on a given concept.
• Keep Track of Student Grades
• Some teachers keep track of student grades in a physical grade book, while others use grade book software. Gradebook software makes analyzing student performance much easier.

Monthly Salary: Market related
South Africa

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