history teacher.

Some of the duties and responsibilities of a history teacher include:

• creating lesson plans: as a history teacher, you plan lessons for history classes. Your job is to prepare the necessary teaching aids and materials for the lessons. You also review the learning objectives and ensure the teaching aids are ready.
• instructing students on history topics: as a history teacher, you impart knowledge of historical events using various techniques. For instance, you organise class discussions to improve students’ knowledge of specific aspects of history. Sometimes, you handle regional historical events, such as the evolution of mining or agriculture in a region. Since the curriculum involves international history, you ensure students have relevant knowledge.
• collecting learning materials: as a history teacher, you prepare the learning materials for classes. For instance, you recommend history books for students to read in class. You also prepare teaching aids, including charts and illustrations, to display various historical trends.
• staying updated on historical trends: as a history teacher, you should stay updated on historical trends to provide accurate information to students. You can join history societies and read extensively to improve your knowledge of various history subjects. It also helps to keep track of the secondary school curriculum to ensure students are prepared for exams.
• grading assignments: as a history teacher, you give assignments and tests to determine the progress of students in various historical topics. When they hand in their assignments, you mark and grade their work. You can use the tests to assess the performance of individual students and provide additional tutoring to those struggling. When grading assignments, you are expected to provide constructive feedback.
• planning extracurricular activities: as a history teacher, you plan outdoor events to improve students’ historical knowledge. For instance, you organise visits to local museums and other historical sites. During the trips, you ensure students achieve the desired learning outcomes and have the resources they need.

History teachers work in both private and public schools. Your work setting is usually in a classroom, where you tutor students. Since you teach students in different classes, you spend a lot of time indoors. When not in the classroom, you work from inside an office, grading students and preparing lesson plans. When you organise class trips for history students, you spend your day at historical sites and museums. While the role involves minimal travelling, you also attend seminars and professional development courses.

Depending on your employer and the industry you work in, your colleagues might include primary teachers, secondary school teachers and PE teachers. You might also be working in close proximity to general nurses and head teachers, as well as other specialists that could include, but not be limited to, teaching assistants, administrators and early childhood teachers.

The typical work schedule of a history teacher is 35 to 40 hours a week. You work within the school curriculum hours. However, you may go to school early in the morning or late in the evening to provide additional tutoring services and complete other administrative duties. Aside from full-time positions, you may find part-time work in some schools, providing history lessons when needed. Some history teachers provide additional tutoring remotely and can, therefore, work from home.

As a history teacher, you have promising opportunities for career growth. For instance, you can become the head of the humanities and history department. Some history teachers become head teachers, and if you have administration experience, it is possible to become a school administrator. Aside from working in schools, you may also provide tutoring services to students who have challenges in history or humanities.

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As a history teacher, you create lesson plans and prepare learning materials to teach your students historical concepts stipulated in the school curriculum. You also organise educational activities to improve your students’ knowledge of history.

The typical salary of a history teacher in Australia is $92,500 per year. When you are new to the role, you start with a salary of $88,000 annually. The most experienced history teachers take home over $104,000 per year.

To become a history teacher, complete a four-year bachelor’s degree in secondary education. Ensure you complete a major in history or humanities to improve your knowledge of teaching history. Aside from a bachelor’s degree, pursue a master of teaching in history or humanities and gain experience through work placement.

History is just one subject that falls under the broad umbrella of humanities. A humanities teacher uses their knowledge in social sciences and humanities to impart knowledge to students. If you're a humanities teacher, you can teach history, economics, civics or geography, according to the Australian Curriculum.

Working as a history teacher is a great career with good job prospects. You can progress to administration roles like a head teacher or school administrator. Alternatively, move to other careers in history, like becoming a historian or working in museums.

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