Tertiary Education Teachers

Tertiary Education Teachers educate tertiary students in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study at universities, polytechnics, technical and further education (TAFE) institutes and other vocational training providers, and teach adult and community education courses.

**Indicative skill level:**

#### In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

**Tasks include:**

- preparing and delivering lectures to tertiary students in one or more subjects within a prescribed course of study - conducting tutorials, seminars, and laboratory sessions - preparing and marking essays, assignments and examinations - participating in course development and in meetings on departmental, budgetary, curriculum and policy matters - attending conferences and seminars, and conducting research into a particular field of knowledge - providing feedback to students on progress and advising students on courses and related matters - consulting with Education Managers, Librarians, Student Counsellors and other support staff