There are a wide variety of jobs in education. The roles are mostly linked together by needing a degree in education at the minimum, but the higher the position, the less focus on classroom teaching; instead, people in top education jobs typically carry out curriculum implementation and other operational roles.
At entry level, a teacher must have a bachelor’s degree in education. The teacher will be responsible for planning and conducting lessons, and monitoring and recording the students’ progress. Moving up the career ladder, there is the opportunity to become a principal among those who complete a master’s in educational leadership. Principals are responsible for the school's day-to-day operations, ensuring new programs and curriculum run smoothly.
Education officers and superintendents need a background in teaching, and a master’s in education is preferred. Education officers install new curriculum in schools through seminars and workshops with teachers, while superintendents make sure the schools they manage are financially responsible and provide a safe environment for students. Finally, education directors manage schools throughout a particular district.
Salaries for working in education begin at around C
$30,000 for a teacher and can reach as much as C
$160,000 depending on the role.