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Senior Phase School Teacher (Grades 7 - 9)

OFO Code: 233108

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
233108
Occupation
Senior Phase School Teacher (Grades 7 - 9)
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
2331 · Secondary or Intermediate and Senior Education Teachers

Official description
Secondary or intermediate and senior education teachers teach one or more subjects at secondary education level, excluding subjects intended to prepare students for employment in specific occupational areas.

More official OFO detail
  • Preparing and giving lessons, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects
  • Preparing, administering and marking tests, assignments and examinations to evaluate pupils
  • Establishing clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicating those objectives to students
  • Progress; preparing reports about pupils' work and conferring with other teachers and parents
  • Observing and evaluating students’ performance and behaviour
  • Designing and modifying curricula and preparing educational courses of study in accordance with curriculum guidelines Establishing and enforcing rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order among students
  • Participating in meetings concerning the school's educational or organizational policies; planning, organizing and participating in school activities such as excursions, sporting events and concerts
  • Preparing materials and classrooms for class activities; adapting teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests

2. Demand status

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