Self-Enrichment Teachers

25-3021.00

Teach or instruct individuals or groups for the primary purpose of self-enrichment or recreation, rather than for an occupational objective, educational attainment, competition, or fitness.

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks

• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Prepare students for further development by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Observe students to determine qualifications, limitations, abilities, interests, and other individual characteristics.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by administrative policy.
• Monitor students' performance to make suggestions for improvement and to ensure that they satisfy course standards, training requirements, and objectives.
• Prepare and administer written, oral, and performance tests, and issue grades in accordance with performance.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students.
• Prepare instructional program objectives, outlines, and lesson plans.
• Confer with other teachers and professionals to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and development.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Enforce policies and rules governing students.
• Review instructional content, methods, and student evaluations to assess strengths and weaknesses, and to develop recommendations for course revision, development, or elimination.
• Meet with other instructors to discuss individual students and their progress.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
• Attend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers, contests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Select, order, and issue books, materials, and supplies for courses or projects.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Conduct classes, workshops, and demonstrations, and provide individual instruction to teach topics and skills, such as cooking, dancing, writing, physical fitness, photography, personal finance, and flying.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and to determine their priorities for their children.
• Schedule class times to ensure maximum attendance.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Observe and evaluate the performance of other instructors.
• Organize and supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Participate in publicity planning and student recruitment.
• Write instructional articles on designated subjects.

Technology Skills

• Computer based training software - Educational software; Schoology
• Data base user interface and query software - Blackboard software; Microsoft Access 🔥
• Document management software - Adobe Acrobat 🔥
• Electronic mail software - Email software
• Graphics or photo imaging software - Adobe Photoshop 🔥; Corel Paint Shop Pro
• Internet browser software - Microsoft Internet Explorer; Web browser software
• Multi-media educational software - Nearpod
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office software 🔥
• Presentation software - Microsoft PowerPoint 🔥
• Project management software - Google Classroom
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel 🔥
• Video creation and editing software - Microsoft Windows Movie Maker; Video editing software; YouTube
• Web page creation and editing software - Adobe Dreamweaver
• Web platform development software - Hypertext markup language HTML 🔥
• Word processing software - Microsoft Word 🔥; Word processing software

Occupational Requirements

Work Activities

• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
• Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment - Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Communicating with People Outside the Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Performing for or Working Directly with the Public - Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Providing Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
• Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Staffing Organizational Units - Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
• Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Detailed Work Activities

• Apply multiple teaching methods.
• Modify teaching methods or materials to accommodate student needs.
• Encourage students.
• Assess educational needs of students.
• Maintain student records.
• Monitor student performance.
• Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Prepare tests.
• Evaluate student work.
• Develop instructional objectives.
• Document lesson plans.
• Collaborate with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
• Set up classroom materials or equipment.
• Enforce rules or policies governing student behavior.
• Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs.
• Discuss problems or issues with supervisors.
• Plan educational activities.
• Create technology-based learning materials.
• Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.
• Plan experiential learning activities.
• Serve on institutional or departmental committees.
• Select educational materials or equipment.
• Distribute instructional or library materials.
• Order instructional or library materials or equipment.
• Assign class work to students.
• Teach life skills.
• Teach others to use technology or equipment.
• Discuss student progress with parents or guardians.
• Schedule instructional activities.
• Develop strategies or programs for students with special needs.
• Evaluate performance of educational staff.
• Promote educational institutions or programs.
• Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.