How do I become a classics teacher
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Common questions
Secondary teachers (including classics teachers) in Australia currently earn between $90,000 to $110,000 per annum. These are median figures for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only.
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There are currently 144,000 high school teachers employed in Australia right now and some of these are classics teachers. Because this is a highly specialised field of teaching you may need to supplement your income by providing tuition to high school and university students until you secure a full-time teaching position.
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The best way to become a classics teacher is to complete a Bachelor of Classical Studies or Bachelor of Arts (Classics) and then complete your Master of Teaching (Secondary Education). Once you are degree qualified you can then register as a teacher with the education department in your state or territory.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights 2023
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Classics teachers work at secondary schools across Australia teaching students ancient Greek and Roman languages and culture. They also introduce their students to classical art, philosophy, literature, and politics.
As a classics teacher you’ll be developing lesson plans and learning tools according the Australian Curriculum’s framework for classical languages and ancient history. You’ll have the regular duties of a high school teacher (grading papers, assigning homework, monitoring classroom behaviour, interacting with parents), but you may also be arranging school excursions and interactive experiences at museums and classical theatre productions.
