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Technical and Further Education Lecturer
Alternative Titles:
VET Lecturer
Technical and further education (TAFE) lecturers teach
vocational courses connected with industries and areas of
work, to help people enter or re-enter the workforce.
TAFE lecturers teach subjects in which they have specialist
knowledge and experience, such as building and construction,
business and commerce, commercial photography, hairdressing,
horticulture, hospitality and tourism, music, art, science,
engineering and areas of health. Some TAFE lecturers teach in
non-industry specific areas such as languages, literacy and
general workplace preparation.
A TAFE lecturer may perform the following tasks:
- research and write a syllabus which covers everything to
be taught in a course
- prepare lessons and produce materials such as typed
notes, diagrams, fashion patterns and foods for use in
teaching
- order supplies of materials to be used in teaching
- teach students in classrooms or workshops providing
theory and practical training through lectures, discussions,
practical demonstrations and supervision
- assess students by setting and marking exams and
assignments, and evaluating completed projects
- carry out administrative tasks, such as keeping student
records, arranging timetables and completing other forms
- counsel and advise students with career or personal
problems, or refer them to counsellors
- attend meetings and serve on committees, or liaise with
the community and industry.
TAFE lecturers may teach courses during the day, at night
and on weekends.
TAFE lecturers need to constantly revise their own
knowledge of their subject area and conduct industry and
student surveys to ensure that course content and teaching
methods are up to date.
Required Skills - Technical and Further Education Lecturer
- skill, knowledge and experience in their chosen field
- well organised
- able to communicate concepts and instructions clearly
- a liking for working with young and older adults
- patience in dealing with students of differing abilities
and from different cultures
- acceptance of the rights and needs of individual
students
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