Drama Teacher Secondary School Teaching Professionals

The different acting techniques for developing lifelike performances, such as method acting, classical acting, and Meisner technique.

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The goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.

The inner workings of a post-secondary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.

The various techniques for using your voice correctly without exhausting or damaging it when changing voice in tone and volume.

Identify the learning struggles and successes of students. Select teaching and learning strategies that support students' individual learning needs and goals.

Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.

Ensure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. …

Employ various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Use …

Evaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weaknesses. Formulate a summative statement of …

Provide additional exercises and assignments that the students will prepare at home, explain them in a clear way, and determine the deadline and evaluation method.

Support and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.

Write, select or recommend a syllabus of learning material for the students enrolled in the course.

Present to others examples of your experience, skills, and competences that are appropriate to specific learning content to help students in their learning.

Develop a style for coaching individuals or groups that ensures all participants are at ease, and are able to acquire the necessary skills and competences provided in the coaching in …

Research and establish an outline of the course to be taught and calculate a time frame for the instructional plan in accordance with school regulations and curriculum objectives.

Provide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evaluate …

Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person's supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.

Communicate with the school staff such as teachers, teaching assistants, academic advisors, and the principal on issues relating to students' well-being. In the context of a university, liaise with the …

Communicate with education management, such as the school principal and board members, and with the education support team such as the teaching assistant, school counsellor or academic advisor on issues …

Verify the technical aspects of your workspace, costumes, props, etc. Eliminate potential hazards in your work space or performance. Intervene actively in cases of accidents or illness.

Make sure students follow the rules and code of behaviour established in the school and take the appropriate measures in case of violation or misbehaviour.

Manage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.

Keep up with new research, regulations, and other significant changes, labour market related or otherwise, occurring within the field of specialisation.

Supervise the student's social behaviour to discover anything unusual. Help solve any issues if necessary.

Follow up on students' learning progress and assess their achievements and needs.

Manage, schedule and run rehearsals for the performance.

Maintain discipline and engage students during instruction.

Prepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.

The inner workings of a secondary school, such as the structure of the relevant education support and management, the policies, and the regulations.

Research historical backgrounds and artistic concepts of plays.

Elucidate performance concepts, such as texts and scores for performers.

Use techniques like brainstorming to stimulate creativity in the team.

The social dynamics through which young adults live amongst each other, expressing their likes and dislikes and the rules of communication between generations.

The various types of movement and physical postures undertaken for relaxation, body-mind integration, stress reduction, flexibility, core support and rehabilitation purposes, and that are required for or underpin occupational performance.

The various techniques to control the voice, body, and nerves by breathing.

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The pronunciation techniques to properly and understandably pronounce words.

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The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.

The nature and types of disabilities affecting the human beings such as physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional or developmental and the specific needs and access requirements of disabled people.

Set up joined and individual meetings with students' parents to discuss their child's academic progress and general well-being.

Provide assistance in the planning and organisation of school events, such as the school's open house day, a sports game or a talent show.

Provide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.

Communicate with multiple parties, including teachers and the family of the student, to discuss the student's behaviour or academic performance.

Inspect and amend the scenery and set-dressing to make sure the visual quality is optimal with in constraints of time, budget and manpower.

Accompany students on an educational trip outside the school environment and ensure their safety and cooperation.

Encourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.

Recognise correlations and overlaps between your subject of expertise and other subjects. Decide on a levelled approach to the material with the teacher of the associated subject and adjust lesson …

Observe and detect symptoms of Specific Learning Difficulties such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyscalculia, and dysgraphia in children or adult learners. Refer the student to the correct specialised …

Keep track of the pupils who are absent by recording their names on a list of absentees.

Identify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the …

Monitor the changes in educational policies, methodologies and research by reviewing relevant literature and liaising with education officials and institutions.

Supervise and potentially organise educational or recreational activities for the students outside of mandatory classes.

Observe students' recreational activities to ensure student safety and well-being and intervene when necessary.

Work with children and young people to identify the skills and abilities they will need to become effective citizens and adults and to prepare them for independence.

Ensure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.

Observe students during instruction and identify signs of exceptionally high intelligence in a student, such as showing remarkable intellectual curiosity or showing restlessness due to boredom and or feelings of …

Incorporate the use of online learning environments and platforms into the process of instruction.

Adapt a script and, if the play is newly written, work with the writer or collaborate with playwrights.

Understand and analyse theatre texts; take an active part in the interpretation of the artistic project; conduct thorough personal research in textual material and dramaturgy.

Develop a script describing the scenes, actions, equipment, content and realisation means for a play, film or broadcast.

Lead a film or theatre cast and crew. Brief them about the creative vision, what they need to do and where they need to be. Manage day-to-day production activities to …