In general, teachers are responsible for designing and establishing curriculum and classroom presentations for students. Besides planning and assigning lessons and tests, teachers are also responsible for making sure that students learn the presentations that have been prepared.

Teachers are usually solely responsible for observing and evaluating the academic performances of students who attend their class. The information that they collect determines a student’s grade and level of academic success. In some cases, teachers may meet with the student, the student’s parents, and/or school staff members to discuss the academic performance and progression of a student. Depending on their place of employment, teachers may also assist in overseeing extracurricular activities, tutoring, or mentoring programs.

Teachers work with people of all ages in a variety of different settings. Settings most often include private schools, public schools, special-education schools, vocational and technical schools, colleges, and universities. Because distance education learning has become so popular, some teachers also administer academic programs online from their home or office.

Preschool Teachers- These teachers play a very important role in child development. Preschool teachers introduce their young students to basic skills with a variety of methods that often include music, games, and interactive activities.

Elementary School Teachers- Often instructing students in a variety of different subjects, elementary school teachers may work with students of varying ages. In some cases, elementary school teachers specialize in one or two subjects. In small schools, elementary school teachers may be responsible for teaching students of different age levels in one classroom.

Middle School and Secondary School Teachers- These teachers usually specialize in one particular subject, helping students to continue what they began learning in elementary school, as well as incorporating new subjects that will assist them in college or real world employment.

Special Education Teachers- These teachers most commonly work at private and public schools teaching students with disabilities. Disabilities may include, mental retardation, speech impairments, developmental disabilities, hearing impairments, and visual impairments.

Vocational and Technical School Teachers- Often employed at vocation or technical schools, these teachers may also teach students through distance learning programs. Vocational and technical school teachers instruct students in a variety of career fields, such as business, technology, healthcare, etc.

Adult Education Teachers- Most commonly known as professors, adult education teachers are most often employed at community colleges or universities. These teachers are usually trained in a specific subject or concentration. They may teach their students in a traditional classroom or in a virtual classroom.