Secondary Education

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Language Tutor

A Language Tutor teaches a new language, creates lessons, adapts methods, and provides feedback to boost students' confidence and skills.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Advanced

English Teacher

An English Teacher instructs reading, writing, and grammar, plans lessons, assesses progress, prepares exams, and mentors students in extracurriculars.

Avg yearly income $109,980
Skill level Advanced

Religious Education Teacher

A Religious Education Teacher educates students about diverse religious traditions and ethical values in schools, fostering understanding and respect.

Avg yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

Japanese Language Teacher

A Japanese Language Teacher develops engaging lessons to enhance proficiency in Japanese and its culture while assessing progress and fostering communication.

Avg yearly income $81,120
Skill level Advanced

Design Teacher

A Design Teacher educates students in design principles and practices, developing lesson plans, assessing progress, and fostering creativity.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Art Teacher

An Art Teacher fosters student creativity and self-expression through visual arts instruction, preparing lessons, assessing progress, and managing classrooms.

Avg yearly income $100,204
Skill level Advanced

History Teacher

History Teachers educate students about various historical contexts while developing lessons, maintaining discipline, and engaging with parents.

Avg yearly income $101,400
Skill level Advanced

Humanities Teacher

A Humanities Teacher educates students in history, geography, and sociology, creating lesson plans and engaging discussions to foster critical thinking and cultural awareness.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Biology Teacher

A Biology Teacher educates students about living organisms, prepares lessons, conducts experiments, and fosters interest in science.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

Philosophy Teacher

A Philosophy Teacher instructs on philosophical theories, ethical dilemmas, and critical thinking, fostering independent thought through discussions and assessments.

Avg yearly income $118,040
Skill level Advanced

Secondary School Teacher

A Secondary School Teacher educates students from Year 7 to 12, developing lesson plans, assessing performance, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Avg yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

STEM Teacher

A STEM Teacher educates students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, promoting critical thinking and hands-on learning experiences.

Avg yearly income $83,200
Skill level Advanced

Deputy Principal

A Deputy Principal assists the Principal in managing school operations, focusing on leadership, staff management, discipline, and fostering a positive environment.

Avg yearly income $76,492
Skill level Advanced

Lead Teacher

A Lead Teacher manages educational activities, develops curricula, assesses student progress, and mentors staff to enhance teaching quality.

Avg yearly income $86,632
Skill level Advanced

Assistant Principal

An Assistant Principal aids in managing school operations, overseeing staff, implementing policies, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Avg yearly income $144,300
Skill level Advanced
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia

Courses in secondary education

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
11021NAT

Certificate IV in English Language Teaching (TESOL)
Blended
26 weeks
$500 - $6,840
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Tutor English Tutor ESL Teacher
EALD Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Language Tutor English Tutor ESL Teacher EALD Teacher + 1 more
CUA40620

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts
On Campus
4 - 6 months
$2,500 - $11,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Potter Freelance Artist
Art Gallery Assistant Education Officer Art Teacher Community Arts Worker Arts Administrator Cultural Advisor Gallery Curator
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Tour Guide Potter Freelance Artist Art Gallery Assistant Education Officer Art Teacher Community Arts Worker Arts Administrator Cultural Advisor Gallery Curator + 7 more
11223NAT

Certificate IV in English for Academic Purposes
Blended
4 months
$7,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Education Coordinator Program Coordinator
English Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Education Consultant Education Coordinator Program Coordinator English Teacher English Tutor ESL Teacher + 3 more
CUA50820

Diploma of Music
Blended, On Campus, Online
6 - 24 months
$0 - $35,712
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Musician Music Teacher Songwriter
Music Composer Disc Jockey Vocal Coach Session Musician
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Musician Music Teacher Songwriter Music Composer Disc Jockey Vocal Coach Session Musician + 4 more
CUA30920

Certificate III in Music
Blended, On Campus
3 - 24 months
$0 - $7,093
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Session Musician Disc Jockey Music Teacher
Performer Music Tutor Musician
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Session Musician Disc Jockey Music Teacher Performer Music Tutor Musician + 3 more
CUA50820

Diploma of Music (Performance)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $19,864
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Performer Music Tutor Musician
Music Producer Music Teacher Event Coordinator Music Composer Piano Accompanist Session Musician
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Performer Music Tutor Musician Music Producer Music Teacher Event Coordinator Music Composer Piano Accompanist Session Musician + 6 more

Bachelor of Arts (History)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Historian Musicologist
Museum Administrator Historical Researcher Humanities Teacher Cultural Heritage Consultant
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Historian Musicologist Museum Administrator Historical Researcher Humanities Teacher Cultural Heritage Consultant + 4 more

Bachelor of Education (Primary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 years
$0 - $92,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
STEM Teacher English Tutor Vocational Education Trainer
Primary School Teacher
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
STEM Teacher English Tutor Vocational Education Trainer Primary School Teacher + 1 more

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 years
$0 - $73,600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Science Teacher Dance Teacher Vocational Education Trainer
English Tutor Humanities Teacher German Teacher Secondary School Teacher Philosophy Teacher High School Teacher STEM Teacher Visual Arts Teacher Physics Teacher Chemistry Teacher Athletic Director Biology Teacher Italian Teacher
+ 13 more

Bachelor of Education (Health and Physical Education)
On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $25,988
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellness Coordinator Sports Coach Physical Education Teacher
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Wellness Coordinator Sports Coach Physical Education Teacher

Master of Teaching (Primary)
Blended, On Campus, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $66,715
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Primary School Teacher Deputy Principal
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Primary School Teacher Deputy Principal

Bachelor of Science (Physics)
Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $123,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computational Physicist Theoretical Physicist Physicist
Physics Teacher Nanoscientist Mathematical Modeller Astrophysicist Astronomer
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Computational Physicist Theoretical Physicist Physicist Physics Teacher Nanoscientist Mathematical Modeller Astrophysicist Astronomer + 5 more
11020NAT

Diploma of English Language Teaching (TESOL)
On Campus, Online
18 months
$0 - $4,860
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Teacher Vocational Education Trainer
ESL Teacher English Tutor Language Tutor
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
EALD Teacher English Teacher Vocational Education Trainer ESL Teacher English Tutor Language Tutor + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Ancient History)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Historian Academic Researcher
Classics Teacher Historical Researcher Archaeological Consultant
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Historian Academic Researcher Classics Teacher Historical Researcher Archaeological Consultant + 3 more

Bachelor of Arts (Applied Linguistics)
On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,591
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Applied Linguist Foreign Language Analyst Japanese Translator
Japanese Interpreter Japanese Language Teacher Language Tutor Language Analyst Language Teacher French Teacher Writer Interpreter Translator
+ 8 more

Bachelor of Arts (Classics and Ancient History)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$27,401 - $37,212
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Classics Teacher Academic Researcher
Historian Priest
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
History Teacher Classics Teacher Academic Researcher Historian Priest + 2 more

Bachelor of Arts (Education)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $39,177
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Tutor Curriculum Planner Visual Arts Teacher
Education Manager Education Coordinator Secondary School Teacher English Teacher
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Tutor Curriculum Planner Visual Arts Teacher Education Manager Education Coordinator Secondary School Teacher English Teacher + 4 more

Bachelor of Arts (English)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Content Writer Writer
Interpreter Translator Freelance Writer Proofreader Travel Writer Policy Writer Literary Agent Publishing Assistant Technical Writer
+ 8 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
English Teacher Content Writer Writer Interpreter Translator Freelance Writer Proofreader Travel Writer Policy Writer Literary Agent Publishing Assistant Technical Writer + 8 more

Bachelor of Arts (English Literature)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Book Editor Author Biographer
Speech Writer Columnist Writer Copywriter Content Writer English Teacher
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Book Editor Author Biographer Speech Writer Columnist Writer Copywriter Content Writer English Teacher + 6 more

Bachelor of Arts (Fine Arts)
On Campus
3 years
$12,372 - $27,402
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Teacher Art Gallery Director Curator
Art Consultant Art Dealer
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Art Teacher Art Gallery Director Curator Art Consultant Art Dealer + 2 more
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