TEACHERS (ART, MUSIC, DRAMA, SPEECH) plan, evaluate, and assign
lessons, and prepare, administer, and grade tests. They prepare
report cards, and meet with parents and to discuss progress of
students. Art teachers help students develop knowledge, skills,
and understanding of art. Drama teachers work with students in
acting techniques and principles. Music teachers, through
instruction and practice, help students reach a greater level of
exposure to music, both instrumental and vocal. Speech teachers
instruct students in speech-related areas, such as interpersonal
communications, public speaking, group discussion, and debate.
Salary, Size & Growth - $50,000 average per year ($24.00 per
hour) - A large occupation (161,000 workers in 2010) - Expected
to grow rapidly (3.2% per year) TEACHERS (ART, MUSIC, DRAMA,
SPEECH) must be certified to teach in the public school system.
Licensure is not required for teachers in private schools.
Usually licensure is granted by the State Board of Education or
a licensure adviso