Private Tutors and Teachers

Private Tutors and Teachers teach students in the practice, theory and performance of subjects, such as art, dance, drama and music, in private training establishments.

**Indicative skill level:**

#### In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit 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:**

- planning programs of study for individual students and groups - preparing and presenting material on the theory of the subject area - instructing and demonstrating practical aspects of the subject area - assigning problems and exercises relative to students' training needs and talents - assessing students and offering advice, criticism and encouragement - revising curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction - preparing students for examinations, performance and assessments - keeping abreast of developments in the subject area by attending professional conferences, seminars and courses, reading current literature, and talking with colleagues - may arrange visits and tours to professional exhibitions and performances - may organise for exhibitions or performances of students' work