249311: Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages Description Teaches classes in English to students whose first language is a language other than English. Skill Level 1 Occupations at Skill Level 1 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. Assessing Authority

• Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services (VETASSESS)

vetassess@vetassess.com.au  Alternative Titles

• English as a Second Language Teacher

 Alternative titles are any commonly used alternative title (or titles) for the occupation. These alternative titles have the same meaning as the principal title but may be less commonly used. Unit Group 2493: Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages Description Teach classes in English to students whose first language is a language other than English. 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 (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).  

Tasks

• Assessing the extent of language difficulties in students for whom English is a second language
• Teaching students individually and in small groups out of the regular classroom, and assisting students within normal classroom settings
• Teaching students English language skills using a variety of methods including lecture and visual demonstration
• Providing assistance to other classroom teachers by designing special teaching programs for students with English language difficulties
• Designing and producing teaching materials and adapting existing materials
• Preparing course outlines and goals
• Assigning lessons, correcting homework, and preparing and grading exams
• Analysing, recording and reporting progress to regular classroom teachers, parents and students