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Accounting Teacher
Teacher of the principles and procedures of accounting. Teaches students the system of
recording and summarizing business/financial transactions and how to analyze, verify, and report
the results of these transactions.
Adaptive Physical Education Teacher
Teacher who instructs special education students in physical education. These students cannot
participate in the regular physical education program and require a specialized program.
Admissions Director
Plans and coordinates the Admissions office and is in charge of student recruitment
for the school.
Adult Education Teacher
A teacher who works with adult learners and community education/GED programs.
Advanced Algebra Teacher
Teacher of Algebra II and above.
Advanced Biology Teacher
Teacher of Biology II and above.
Advanced Chemistry Teacher
Teacher of Chemistry II and above.
Advanced Physics Teacher
Teacher of Physics II and above.
Advanced Placement Art Teacher
Teacher of college-level art courses.
Advanced Placement Computer Science Teacher
Teacher of college-level computer science courses.
Advanced Placement Coordinator
Teacher/Administrator in charge of the entire advanced placement curriculum.
Advanced Placement Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in advanced placement
education courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Algebra
Teacher, Advanced Biology Teacher, Advanced Physics Teacher, Advanced Placement Art Teacher,
Advanced Placement Computer Science Teacher, Advanced Placement English Teacher, Advanced Placement
Foreign Languages Teacher, Advanced Placement Math Teacher, Advanced Algebra Teacher, Advanced
Placement Music Teacher, Advanced Placement Science Teacher, and Advanced Placement Social Studies
Teacher.
Advanced Placement English Teacher
Teacher of college-level English.
Advanced Placement Foreign Languages Teacher
Teacher of college-level foreign language courses.
Advanced Placement Math Teacher
Teacher of college-level math. This title includes all of the people with the job title
Advanced Algebra.
Advanced Placement Science Teacher
Teacher of college-level science. This title includes all of the people with the job titles
of Advanced Biology Teacher, Advanced Chemistry Teacher, and Advanced Physics Teacher.
Advanced Placement Social Studies Teacher
Teacher of college-level social studies.
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Teacher
Teacher in charge the program for students in grades 4-12 that prepares students
for college eligibility and success. AVID targets average students who come from minority, rural or
low-income families that traditionally don't send children to college.
AIDS Awareness Teacher
A teacher who educates students about the prevention of AIDS and other sexually transmitted
diseases.
Agriculture Teacher
Teacher of skills needed to produce crops and raise livestock. This title includes all of the
people with the job titles of Animal Science Teacher and Horticulture Teacher.
Algebra Teacher
Teacher of mathematics in which arithmetic operations are usually applied with symbols rather
than specific numbers. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced
Algebra Teacher and Pre-Algebra Teacher.
Alternative Education Teacher
Teacher that uses non-traditional teaching methods, typically for at-risk students.
Alumni Director
Person responsible for keeping in touch with the Alumni to recruit students or
donations. Usually found in the catholic/private schools.
American Literature Teacher
Teacher who instructs students regarding American writers who have produced novels, poetry,
short stories, and dramas.
Animal Science Teacher
Teacher who instructs students about the science/business of producing domestic
livestock. This includes breeding, meat and food products, good nutrition, genetics, and
appropriate care of the animals.
Applied Math Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in developing skills to solve real world mathematical problems
in physical or biological settings.
Art Department Chair
Heads the art department.
Art History Teacher
A teacher who provides instruction on the evolution of art.
Art Teacher
Teacher of color, painting, drawing, sculpture, art history, and use of different forms,
lines, or mediums in regard to art.
Assistant Principal
Administrative responsibilities include leadership, supervision of students in outside
activities as well as in the school, evaluation of teachers, and discipline of students. Acts as
principal when principal is absent, develops relationships with teachers and peers based on honesty
and trust, and creates a school that is based on learning and achievement.
Astronomy/Space Science Teacher
Teacher who instructs students regarding the atmosphere/solar system. This includes the
objects and matter in space and their physical and chemical properties.
Athletic Director
Coordinates all athletic programs for sports.
At-Risk Counselor
A counselor that advises students who are failing in school and are at risk of dropping out.
Also advises children with behavioral, drug, and/or alcohol problems; and who may be pregnant,
physically aggressive, or in the juvenile justice system.
Autistic Teacher
Teacher who works with students that are identified as being autistic.
Auto Mechanics/Repair Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the auto repair field. It is usually a hands-on class
where students learn how to repair damage to a vehicle.
AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Teacher
Teacher in charge the program for students in grades 4-12 that prepares students
for college eligibility and success. AVID targets average students who come from minority, rural or
low-income families that traditionally don't send children to college.
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Band Director
A teacher who instructs students in the development, technique, and performance of playing a
musical instrument.
Baseball Coach
A coach of baseball players.
Basic Skills Teacher
A teacher who instructs children in the fundamentals of their studies. These children need a
starting point of how to study and comprehend their studies in a classroom setting. They lack the
basic skills to comprehend a subject.
Basketball Coach, Head
A coach who is in charge of the basketball program.
Basketball Coach, Other
A coach of basketball players.
Before/After School Program Supervisor
Runs programs for children before and after the scheduled classroom hours.
Bilingual Education Teacher
A teacher who is fluent in two different languages.
Biology Teacher
Teacher who is responsible for instruction of the science of living organisms and their vital
processes. It includes the study of origins, structure, development, and function of animals and
plants. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Biology and Human
Anatomy/Physiology.
Bookstore Manager
A person who oversees the day-to-day operations of a school bookstore.
British Literature Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the study of British Literature.
Business/Consumer Math Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in business/math skills used by the consumer in everyday life,
as well as business settings.
Business Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in business education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Accounting Teacher, Business
English Teacher, Business Law Teacher, Business/Consumer Math Teacher, Business/Office Education
Dept. Chair, Business/Office Education Teacher, Economics Teacher, Keyboarding/Typing Teacher,
Marketing/Distributive Education Teacher, and Word Processing Teacher.
Business English Teacher
Teacher of terms and topics used to conduct business in English or to communicate in an
English-speaking business environment.
Business Law Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the legal aspect of what it takes to run a business,
including case studies, insurance, business contracts, commercial business, legal organization, and
how to employ new hires.
Business Manager
The school’s chief manager in charge of fiscal services.
Business/Office Education Department Chair
The Chairman of the Business Education Department; he/she is in charge of the
business education program in a particular school.
Business/Office Education Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the skills of running an office and how to handle problems
when they arise.
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Calculus Teacher
Teacher who instructs in the calculation or computation in a special symbolic notation. This
title includes all of the people with the job title of Pre-Calculus Teacher.
Career Center Coordinator
A person who manages the career center, including reviewing program offerings and advising
students regarding career choices.
Career Education Teacher
A teacher who reviews programs and advises students regarding career choices.
Cheerleader Coach
A coach of cheerleaders.
Chemistry Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the study of composition, and structure of elements and
compounds; especially the study of atoms and molecular compounds. This title includes all of the
people with the job title of Advanced Chemistry Teacher.
Child Care Director
The director coordinates the all child care programs at the school for children not yet
enrolled in school.
Child Care Occupations Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the skills of taking care of a child.
Child Care Teacher
Teacher responsible for children who are not yet attending preschool.
Child Development Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the developmental skills of children.
Chinese Language Teacher
Teacher of the Chinese language.
Choral/Vocal Director
A teacher who instructs students in the art of using their voices for the purpose of singing,
either in a group or solo.
Civics Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the rights of being a citizen and their responsibilities
in a local, state, and federal setting.
Clothing/Textiles Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in fashion, clothing and apparel, and home furnishing.
College Placement Counselor
Counselor who guides students in how to choose the best college for their particular needs.
Commercial Art Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the skills of designing advertising or other art used for
commercial purposes.
Computer Applications Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in basic computer programs such as Word, Excel, and Access.
Computer Education Coordinator
Person who works to provide curriculum for the computer education department.
Computer Lab Supervisor
The supervisor in charge of the computer lab. Develops schedules for the lab, assists
students and teacher in the lab, loads new programs/curriculum for the school, provides training
for the lab, keeps the lab in good working order.
Computer Literacy Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the basics of how to use a computer.
Computer Math Teacher
Teacher responsible for helping students learn how to work with sets, relations, algebra,
geometry, calculus, and proofs on the computer.
Computer Networking Teacher
Teacher responsible for helping students learn how to connect computers so they can
communicate with each other in either a fixed (cabled) or temporary (modem) environment.
Computer Programming Teacher
Teacher who works with students on creating flow charts, algorithms, computer languages,
machine operations, and documentation using a computer.
Computer Science Department Chair
Person who is responsible for teachers in the computer science department.
Computer Science Teacher
Teacher responsible for helping students learn storage, transformation, and transfer of
information through the use of a computer. This title includes all of the people with the job
titles of Advanced Placement Computer Science Teacher.
Computer/Technology Coordinator
Responsible for recommending, purchasing, and implementing the use of instructional computer
products.
Computer/Technology Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in computer and technology
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement Computer
Science Teacher, Computer Applications Teacher, Computer Education Coordinator, Computer Lab
Supervisor, Computer Literacy Teacher, Computer Math Teacher, Computer Networking Teacher, Computer
Programming Teacher, Computer Science Dept Chair, Computer Science Teacher, Computer Technology
Teacher, Computer/Technology Coordinator, Desktop Publishing Teacher, Internet/Website Teacher,
Multimedia Teacher, and Word Processing Teacher.
Computer Technology Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in basic computer applications.
Conflict Management Coordinator
Teaches students how to successfully resolve conflicts between peers.
Construction Trades Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the skills of carpentry, such as home building and
cabinet making, masonry and concrete work, plumbing, electrical wiring, and welding. This title
includes all of the people with the job titles of Heating/Air Conditioning Teacher and Plumbing
Teacher.
Consumer Economics Teacher
Teacher who instructs students on how to manage banking, budgets, and credit.
Cosmetology Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in skills, fashions, and current trends of hair
care. This course may also include instruction on nail care.
Crafts Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the skills of sculpting, painting, or a specialized
craft.
Creative Writing/Advanced Comp Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the skills of writing and using their imagination to
write poetry, short stories, fiction, plays, essays, etc.
Cross Country Coach
A coach of cross country.
Current Events Teacher
A teacher who instructs students regarding news events concerning people, places, and events.
Curriculum Development Specialist
A specialist who develops the curriculum for school.
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Dance Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in a series of rhythmic and patterned bodily movement. This
is usually performed to music.
Dean
Person in charge of students, faculty or a division of studies. Examples include
Dean of Students, 9th Grade Dean, or Dean of the College of Liberal Arts.
Desktop Publishing Teacher
Teacher who provides instruction on publishing software and graphic design applications.
Director
An administrator who is responsible for leading the instruction, operations, and
management of the school.
Director of Religious Education
The director coordinates the religious education in a parochial school.
Director of Residential Life
Person responsible for ensuring that residents of the school have a safe living environment
and are adjusting to academic life.
Drafting Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in how to use drafting equipment, drafting techniques,
drafting tools, orthographic sketching, three-dimensional drawing, and geometric construction.
Drama Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the art of portraying life or characters through a
dialogue usually in a theatrical performance or play.
Dropout Prevention Coordinator
Counselor who guides students who are in danger of dropping out of school.
Driver's Education Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in driving skill basics, safety, driving hazards, and laws
that apply to drivers. Provides hands-on driving experience.
Dyslexic Children, Teacher of
Teacher who utilizes a variety of methods to help dyslexic students learn.
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Early Childhood Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in early childhood
education courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Child Care
Director, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Head Start Teacher, Pre-K/Preschool Teacher
and Pre-Kindergarten Director.
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
Special Education Teacher for children in Pre-Kindergarten and Preschool.
Earth Science Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the study of geology, meteorology, oceanography, space, and
astronomy science.
Economics Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the study of production, distribution, trade, and
consumption of goods and services.
Eighth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 8th grade students.
Electronics Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in the study and use of electrical devices, including how to
use and install components that deal with electricity.
Elementary School Principal
An administrator who has executive authority for a school that can include Pre-K through
Grade 8. This title is applied where multiple principals have authority over different grade levels
within the same school.
Elementary Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the elementary level.
Eleventh Grade Teacher
A teacher of 11th grade students.
ELL-English Language Learners Teacher
Teacher who instructs students who are not proficient in the English Language.
Emotionally Challenged Teacher
Teacher who works with students who are identified as being emotionally challenged.
English/Language Arts Department Chair
The teacher who is in charge of the English Department.
English/Language Arts Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in grammar, literature, spelling, punctuation, vocabulary,
public speaking, writing, reading, and drama. This title includes all of the people with the job
titles of Advanced Placement English Teacher and Gifted/Talented, English/Language Arts Teacher.
Environmental Science Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the study of the earth and its environment.
ESL-English as a Second Language Teacher
Teacher who instructs students who are not proficient in the English Language. Students are
taught grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and the basics of the English language.
Exploratory Arts Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in hands-on and interactive courses such as
computers, languages, PE Art, Music etc.
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FACS Department Chair
Oversees the teachers working with students on how to manage budgets and
households.
FACS Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in family and consumer
science education courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of FACS
Department Chair, Child Development Teacher, Clothing/Textiles Teacher, Consumer Economics Teacher,
FACS Teacher, Foods/Nutrition Teacher, and Personal Finance Teacher.
FACS Teacher
Teacher who instructs students on family living, consumer science, home economics, and
nutrition.
Field Hockey Coach
A coach of field hockey.
Fifth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 5th grade students.
Fine Arts Department Chair
The teacher who is in charge of the Fine Arts Department.
Fine Arts Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in fine arts courses. This
title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement Art Teacher, Advanced
Placement Music Teacher, Art Department Chair, Art History Teacher, Art Teacher, Band Director,
Choral/Vocal Director, Commercial Art Teacher, Crafts Teacher, Dance Teacher, Drama Teacher, Fine
Arts Department Chair, Instrumental Music Director, Music Department Chair, Music Educator, Music
Teacher, Music Theory Teacher, Orchestra Director, Performing Arts Educator, Performing Arts
Department Chair, Photography Teacher, and Visual Arts Educator.
First Grade Teacher
A teacher of 1st grade students.
Food Services Director
Coordinates the food services program for the school. Duties include planning menus, hiring
personnel, keeping records for the government, and managing a budget.
Food Services Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in all the components of preparing food for cafeterias,
restaurants, institutions, and any other location where food is served.
Foods/Nutrition Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in food science, taste and smell of food, nutrition, and
materials/equipment for food preparation.
Football Coach, Head
A coach who is in charge of the football program.
Football Coach, Other
A coach of football players.
Foreign Language Department Chair
A teacher who is in charge of the Foreign Language Department.
Foreign Language Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in foreign language
education courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement
Foreign Languages Teacher, Chinese Language Teacher, Foreign Language Department Chair, French
Language Teacher, German Language Teacher, Hebrew/Jewish Language Teacher, Italian Language
Teacher, Japanese Language Teacher, Latin Language Teacher, Russian Language Teacher, and Spanish
Language Teacher.
Fourth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 4th grade students.
French Language Teacher
Teacher of the French language.
Fund Raising Director
Person in charge of raising money to benefit the school. Usually found in the
private/catholic schools.
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GED Teacher
A teacher who helps students/adults secure a General Educational Development certificate.
General Math Teacher
A teacher who instructs the basics of math such as addition, subtraction, division
and multiplication.
General Science Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the basics of science such as basic biology,
basic chemistry, lab experiments, and the study of plants, animals, and humans.
Geography Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the world’s geographic areas, physical nature of those
areas, cultures of people (social/political), and how people interrelate to each other.
Geometry Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the relationship and measurement of points, planes,
lines, angles, and surfaces.
German Language Teacher
Teacher of the German language.
Gifted Educator
Teacher who works with students that have been identified as being gifted or talented. This
title includes all of the people with the job title of Gifted/Talented, English/Language Arts
Teacher and Gifted Math Teacher.
Gifted/Talented, English/Lang Arts Teacher
Teacher of students who have a high proficiency in English/Language Arts.
Gifted Math Teacher
Teacher of Math to students who are highly proficient in mathematics.
Golf Coach
A coach of golf.
Government Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in United States government, which includes the legislative,
executive, and judicial branches of the government. This title includes all of the people with the
job title of Civics Teacher.
Graphic Arts Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the technology, printing, imaging, and drawing of words
and pictures.
Guidance Counselor
A staff member who guides and instructs students in identifying their strengths and
weaknesses in regards to their personal development and choosing correct paths.
Guidance Department Chair
A staff member who is in charge of the Guidance Department.
Gymnastics Coach
A coach of gymnastics.
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Head Custodian
Person in charge of the school grounds and buildings.
Head Start Teacher
Teacher who works with disadvantaged preschool students, giving them the
opportunity to be prepared for kindergarten.
Head Teacher
Teacher who is responsible for supervising a group of teachers.
Head of School
An alternative title used by some schools for men or women who serve in a "principal"
role.
Health Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in health education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of AIDS Awareness Teacher,
Health Teacher, Pregnancy Prevention Teacher, Substance Abuse Prevention Teacher.
Health Occupations Teacher
Teacher that works with students to learn basic skills needed for an occupation in a health
related field.
Health Teacher
Teaches students basic knowledge on caring for the body through disease prevention, hygiene,
and safety practices.
Hearing Impaired Teacher
Teacher that works with students with hearing impairments.
Heating/Air Conditioning Teacher
Teaches students the basics of heating, ventilating, refrigeration, and air conditioning
installation and repair.
Hebrew Language Teacher
Teacher of the Hebrew language.
High School Principal
An administrator who has executive authority for a school that can include Grades 7-12. May
also be referred to as Senior High Principal. This title is applied where multiple principals have
authority over different grade levels within the same school.
History Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in History. This title includes all of the people with the
job titles of Local/State History Teacher, U.S. History Teacher, and World History Teacher.
Hockey Coach
A coach of hockey.
Horticulture Teacher
Teacher who works with students to get a basic understanding of plant and flower
industries/businesses, including chemical applications.
Hospital/Homebound Teacher
Teacher who works with students that are in the hospital or homebound.
Human Anatomy/Physiology Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand the anatomy and physiology of humans.
Humanities Department Chair
A teacher who is in charge of the Humanities Department.
Humanities Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in humanities education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Humanities Department Chair,
Humanities Teacher, Psychology Teacher, and Religion Teacher.
Humanities Teacher
A teacher concerned with human thought and culture in subject areas such as philosophy,
literature, and art.
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Instrumental Music Teacher
Teacher who works with students to develop skills in performing with a musical instrument.
This title includes all of the people with job titles of Band Director and Orchestra Director.
Intermediate (Grades 4-6) Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in grades 4-6.
International Baccalaureate Teacher
Teacher who coordinates a two-year International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program to
prepare students for learning in a college environment.
Internet/Website Teacher
Teacher who specializes in courses spanning website development and Internet usage.
Italian Language Teacher
Teacher of the Italian language.
Itinerant Teacher
A teacher who works at one or more schools.
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Japanese Language Teacher
Teacher of the Japanese language.
Journalism Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in the art of writing for newspapers or magazines. This
title includes all of the people with the job title of School Newspaper Advisor.
Junior High Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in grades 7-9.
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Keyboarding/Typing Teacher
A teacher who helps students learn to enter text or data by using a keyboard.
Key Decision Makers
The administrative or teaching staff who have school-level authority regarding staff
development and special education spending.
Kindergarten Teacher
A teacher who typically works with students that are 5-6 years of age.
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Lacrosse Coach
A coach of lacrosse.
Language Arts Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in language arts
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement English
Teacher, American Literature Teacher, British Literature Teacher, Business English Teacher,
Creative Writing/Advanced Comp Teacher, English/Language Arts Dept. Chair, English/Language Arts
Teacher, Gifted/Talented English/Language Arts Teacher, Journalism Teacher, Literacy Coach,
Literature Teacher, Mass Media Teacher, Reading First Coordinator, Reading First Teacher, Reading
Teacher, Reading Recovery Teacher, Remedial Reading Teacher, School Newspaper Advisor,
Speech/Debate Teacher, Spelling Teacher, and Writing Teacher.
Latin Language Teacher
Teacher of the Latin language.
Law Teacher
A teacher who instructs students regarding enactment of new laws, enforcement of laws, and
the judiciary system. This title includes all of the people with the job title of Business Law
Teacher.
Learning Disabilities Teacher
Teacher who works with students who have been identified as having learning disabilities.
Librarian/Media Specialist
Person who is responsible for library services, acquisitions, and organization of the
library.
Life/Personal Skills Teacher
Teaches students in the fundamentals and skills of life.
Life Science Teacher
Instructs students in the structure and behavior of living organisms. This title includes all
of the people with the job titles Advanced Biology Teacher, Biology Teacher, and Human
Anatomy/Physiology Teacher.
Literacy Coach
Teacher who creates and supervises long-term staff development programs related to literacy.
Reviews assessment data, develops curriculum, and analyzes outcomes.
Literature Teacher
Teacher who works with students to read, study, and critique literature from classical works.
This title includes all of the people with the job titles of American Literature Teacher and
British Literature Teacher.
Local/State History Teacher
Teacher who educates students in regards to the history of their state.
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Magnet School Teacher
Teacher who provides specialized education for students who want to concentrate on a specific
discipline such as drama, music, math, international studies, engineering, etc.
Marketing/Distributive Education Teacher
Teacher who works with students to learn basic skills needed for an occupation in marketing
and related business fields.
Mass Media Teacher
Teacher who helps students understand the basic concepts of radio and TV
broadcasting.
Math Analysis Teacher
Teacher who instructs students in developing problem solving skills. This
culminating course is required before Calculus.
Math Coach
The math coach works one-on-one with students to help them improve math skills. Also works
with teachers to improve mathematics instruction.
Mathematics Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in mathematics
education courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Algebra
Teacher, Advanced Placement Math Teacher, Algebra Teacher, Applied Math Teacher, Business/Consumer
Math Teacher, Calculus Teacher, Computer Math Teacher, General Math Teacher, Geometry Teacher,
Gifted Math Teacher, Math Coach, Mathematics Dept. Chair, Mathematics Teacher, Pre-Algebra Teacher,
Pre-Calculus Teacher, Remedial Math Teacher, Statistics Teacher, and Trigonometry Teacher.
Mathematics Department Chair
Oversees the teachers working with students on learning skills related to decimals,
fractions, geometry, percentages, problem solving, proportions, ratios, and statistics.
Mathematics Teacher
Teaches basic math concepts needed to perform advanced equations.
Maintenance Director
Person responsible for building maintenance including electrical, construction, and
plumbing.
Media/Communication Occupations Teacher
Teacher who works with students to learn basic skills needed for an occupation in media
outlets such as radio and television.
Mentally Challenged Teacher
Teacher who works with students who have an impairment of intellectual functions. This title
includes all of the people with the job titles of Autistic Teacher and Learning Disabilities
Teacher.
Metalworking Teacher
Teacher who works with students on the basics of metalworking.
Middle School Principal
An administrator who has executive authority for a school that can include Grades 5-9. May
also be referred to as Junior High Principal. This title is applied where multiple principals have
authority over different grade levels within the same school.
Middle School Teacher
A teacher who instructs students in grades 5-9.
Migrant Education Teacher
Teacher who works with students at risk for completing their education due to cultural and
language barriers.
Minorities Studies Teacher
Teacher that helps students learn more about racial and religious views in regard to politics
and the nation.
Montessori Teacher
A teacher who utilizes the Montessori method to instruct students. Students learn
at their own pace through individual experiences rather than group lessons and are encouraged to
develop skills to make them life-long learners.
Music Department Chair
Supervises the teachers who work with students to understand harmony, melody, and rhythm.
Music Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in music courses. This
title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement Music Teacher, Band
Director, Choral/Vocal Director, Instrumental Music Teacher, Music Department Chair, Music Teacher,
Music Theory Teacher, and Orchestra Director.
Multi-Challenged Teacher
Teacher who works with students that have been identified as having multiple
disabilities.
Multi-Grade Teacher
Teacher who teaches one or more grade level.
Multimedia Teacher
Teacher who specializes in media courses that could include audio, computer, digital,
telecommunication, and video technologies.
Music Teacher
Works with students to develop an understanding of harmony, melody, and rhythm.
Music Theory Teacher
Teacher who works with students on understanding and analyzing music.
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Ninth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 9th grade students.
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Occupational Therapist
Person who provides treatment to students focused on small muscle strength and coordination
to improve self-care skills.
Orchestra Director
Teacher who works with a group of musicians to perform a musical piece.
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Parent Involvement Coordinator
Serves as a facilitator and coordinator with Head Start program and works to get families
involved.
PE Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in physical education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Adaptive Physical Education
Teacher, Physical Education Dept Chair, and Physical Education Teacher.
Performing Arts Department Chair
The teacher who is in charge of the Performing Arts Department.
Performing Arts Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in performing arts courses.
This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement Music Teacher, Band
Director, Choral/Vocal Director, Dance Teacher, Drama Teacher, Instrumental Music Teacher, Music
Department Chair, Music Educator, Music Teacher, Music Theory Teacher, Orchestra Director, and
Performing Arts Department Chair.
Personal Finance Teacher
Teacher who instructs students regarding checking accounts, buying cars, filing taxes,
managing credit, and budgeting.
Philosophy Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand the basis of fundamental beliefs and how to
critique and analyze them.
Photography Teacher
Teacher who provides students with hands-on experience in photography, including equipment,
processes, development, lighting, and new technology.
Physical Education Coach
A coach of Physical Education.
Physical Education Department Chair
Supervises the teachers who work with students in the care of their body, with an emphasis on
athletics and personal hygiene.
Physical Education Teacher
Teaches students regarding the care and development of the human body, stressing athletics
and including personal hygiene. This title includes all of the people with the job title of
Adaptive Physical Education Teacher.
Physical Science Teacher
Teacher who works with students on basic skills relating to the physical sciences.
This title includes all of the people with the job title of Astronomy/Space Science Teacher.
Physical Therapist
Person who works with students to treat disease or injury through treatments such as
exercise, heat, or light massage.
Physically Challenged Teacher
Teacher who works with students that are physically challenged. This title includes all of
the people with the job titles of Adaptive Physical Education Teacher, Hearing Impaired Teacher,
Physical Therapist, Sign Language Teacher, Speech/Language Therapist, and Visually Impaired
Teacher.
Physics Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand the major concepts relating to physics. This
title includes all of the people with the job title of Advanced Physics Teacher.
Plumbing Teacher
Teaches students the basics of residential and commercial plumbing.
Pre-Algebra Teacher
Teacher working with students on basic skills in preparation for Algebra classes.
Pre-Calculus Teacher
Teacher working with students on basic skills in preparation for Calculus classes.
Pre-First Grade Teacher
Teacher who works with children who are too advanced for Kindergarten but not yet ready for
1st grade.
Pregnancy Prevention Teacher
Teacher that instructs students regarding health, sex, and lifestyle education
programs.
Pre-K/Preschool Teacher
A teacher who typically works with students that are 4 years of age and younger.
Pre-Kindergarten Director
The director coordinates all Pre-K programs at the school.
Primary (Grades 1-3) Teacher
A teacher who works with students in grades 1-3.
Principal
An administrator who has executive authority for a school.
Professional Development Key Decision Maker
The senior educator with building-level responsibility for teacher and administrator
training. This role may be filled by a school administrator, senior teacher, or other member of the
professional staff. In instances where staff development is controlled by committee, the committee
chair is represented.
Psychology Teacher
Teacher who instructs students regarding human and animal behavior.
PTA/PTO President
The person who is elected by the members of the Parent-Teacher Association or
Parent Teacher Organization to serve as President.
Public Relations Director
Person who builds and manages relationships with businesses, media channels, and
community members in support of school district policies and goals.
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Reading First Coordinator
Manages programs and administers funds associated with the federal No Child Left Behind
Reading First initiative.
Reading Recovery Teacher
Teacher who works with students at the onset of reading difficulties.
Reading Teacher
Teacher who helps students with reading. This title includes all of the people with the job
titles of Reading First Coordinator, Reading Recovery Teacher, and Remedial Reading Teacher.
Religion Teacher
Teacher who works with students to acquire a basic understanding of various religious values
and beliefs.
Remedial Math Teacher
Teacher working with students requiring additional help in basic mathematical computations.
Remedial Reading Teacher
Teacher who helps identify and work with students having reading difficulties.
Remedial Studies Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in remedial education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Basic Skills Teacher, Reading
First Coordinator, Reading Recovery Teacher, Remedial Math Teacher, Remedial Reading Teacher,
Remedial Studies Teacher, and Title I Teacher.
Remedial Studies Teacher
Teacher who works with students requiring additional help in skills other than math or
reading.
Resource Teacher
Teacher who works with a small group of students requiring special attention.
ROTC Instructor
Instructor who helps prepare high school students using military principles to recruit and
educate commissioned officers with studies focused on; leadership development, problem solving,
strategic planning, and professional ethics.
Russian Language Teacher
Teacher of the Russian language.
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School Administrator (Principal level)
The person with executive authority for a school. Typically the chief decision maker. All
administrative staff at a school that have budget authority. This title includes all of the people
with the job titles of Principal, Elementary School Principal, Middle School Principal, High School
Principal, Director, Headmaster, and Headmistress.
School Nurse
Person who has been specially trained to take care of students that become injured or ill
during the day.
School Resource Officer
School-based police officers who serve as counselors and educators. Interface closely with
administrators, parents, and teachers.
School Secretary
Person that handles clerical duties for the school.
School Newspaper Advisor
Person who works with students training them how to put together printed material, such as a
newspaper.
School Psychologist
Person working to evaluate and analyze students; works with teachers to help with
student problems of a psychological nature.
Science Coach
The science coach works one-on-one with students to help them improve science skills. Also
works with teachers to improve science instruction.
Science Department Chair
Supervisor of teachers who work with students in understanding the principles, observations,
and experiments conducted in life and physical science.
Science Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in science education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Biology Teacher,
Advanced Chemistry Teacher, Advanced Physics Teacher, Advanced Placement Science Teacher,
Astronomy/Space Science Teacher, Biology Teacher, Chemistry Teacher, Earth Science Teacher,
Environmental Science Teacher, General Science Teacher, Human Anatomy/Physiology Teacher, Life
Science Teacher, Physical Science Teacher, Physics Teacher, Science Coach, Science Dept. Chair, and
Science Teacher.
Science Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand the principles, observations and experiments
conducted in life and physical science. This title includes all of the people with the job title of
Advanced Placement Science Teacher.
Second Grade Teacher
A teacher of 2nd grade students.
Secondary Teacher
A teacher who works with students in grades 9-12.
Seventh Grade Teacher
A teacher of 7th grade students.
Sign Language Teacher
Teacher who provides American Sign Language instruction to students.
Sixth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 6th grade students.
Soccer Coach
A coach of soccer players.
Social Studies Department Chair
Supervisor of teachers who work with students to understand the history and current events of
our country and others. This category also covers subjects such as geography and economics.
Social Studies Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in social studies education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Advanced Placement Social
Studies Teacher, Business Law Teacher, Civics Teacher, Current Events Teacher, Economics Teacher,
Geography Teacher, Government Teacher, History Teacher, Law Teacher, Local/State History Teacher,
Minorities Studies Teacher, Philosophy Teacher, Psychology Teacher, Religion Teacher, Social
Studies Dept. Chair, Social Studies Teacher, Sociology Teacher, U.S. History Teacher, and World
History Teacher.
Social Studies Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand history and current events of our country and
others, including geography and economics. This title includes all of the people with the job title
of Advanced Placement Social Studies Teacher.
Social Worker
Person working with school personnel and children regarding matters that typically involve
welfare casework.
Sociology Teacher
Teacher who works with students to gain a basic understanding of social structure
and institutions.
Softball Coach
A coach of softball players.
Spanish Language Teacher
Teacher of the Spanish language.
Special Education Department Chair
Coordinates the efforts of teachers working with students requiring special needs.
Special Education Facilitator
Coordinates the curriculum used for teachers working with students who have special needs.
Special Education Key Decision Maker
The senior educator with school-level responsibility for special education purchasing and
budgets. This role may be filled by a school administrator, senior teacher, or other member of the
professional staff. In instances where special education spending is controlled by committee, the
committee chair is represented.
Special Education Teacher
Teacher who works with students who have special needs. This title includes all of the people
with the job title of Early Childhood Education Teacher.
Special Needs Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that focus on special needs education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Adaptive Physical Education
Teacher, Autistic Teacher, Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, Emotionally Challenged
Teacher, Hearing Impaired Teacher, Learning Disabilities Teacher, Mentally Challenged Teacher,
Multi-Challenged Teacher, Occupational Therapist, Physically Challenged Teacher, Physical
Therapist, Resource Teacher, Sign Language Therapist, Special Education Dept Chair, Special
Education Facilitator/Coordinator, Special Education Teacher, Special Needs Program Specialist,
Speech/Language Therapist, Visually Impaired Teacher.
Special Needs Program Specialist
A teacher with expertise in providing education to students with special needs.
Speech/Debate Teacher
Teacher who works with students on developing oral presentation skills. Debate
focuses on debate techniques.
Speech/Language Therapist
Teacher who works with students having difficulties with communication.
Spelling Teacher
Teacher of appropriate word construction or pronunciation.
Statistics Teacher
Teacher working with students learning how to collect, organize, and interpret data.
Student Activity Coordinator
Develops and delivers all extracurricular, recreational, and out-of-classroom programs for
students.
Student Services Professional
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in student services. This
title includes all of the people with the job titles of At-Risk Counselor, Career Center
Coordinator, College Placement Counselor, Conflict Management Coordinator, Dropout Prevention
Coordinator, Guidance Counselor, Guidance Dept Chair, Parent Involvement Coordinator, School
Psychologist, Student Activity Coordinator, Teen Parent Counselor, Test Preparation Teacher,
Testing Counselor, and Vocational Education Counselor.
Study Skills Teacher
A teacher who helps students improve studying habits and methods.
Substance Abuse Prevention Teacher
Teacher who educates students about the consequences of drug and alcohol abuse.
Swimming Coach
A coach of swimming.
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Teacher Consultant
Teacher who works with the school to provide assistance in dealing with parent concerns;
advises schools in special education matters, as well as, provides training and consultation with
district resource teachers.
Teacher Mentor
A teacher/administrator who works with inexperienced teachers and new hires regarding their
role in the school. They are an advisor, confidant, guide, and role model. They help new teachers
develop their skills, share their knowledge, and guide them back on track if they go off course.
Technical Education Teacher
Teacher who works with students to understand the processes and procedures involved with
technology and related careers.
Teen Parent Counselor
Counselor that works with and advises teenage parents.
Tennis Coach
A coach of tennis players.
Tenth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 10th grade students.
Test Preparation Teacher
A teacher who helps students improve their test-taking skills and scores on standardized
tests.
Testing Counselor
Responsible for administering and overseeing testing to monitor students’ progress.
Third Grade Teacher
A teacher of 3rd grade students.
Title I Coordinator
Coordinates federal programs for disadvantaged children in compensatory education.
Title I Teacher
Teacher who works with students that are identified as being economically challenged.
Track Coach
A coach of track.
Trade/Industrial Arts Department Chair
Supervises the teachers who work with students learning skills in various professional
trades.
Trade/Industrial Arts Teacher
Teacher who works with students to learn skills and gain hands-on experience in
trades. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Auto Mechanics/
Repair Teacher, Construction Trades Teacher, Drafting Teacher, Electronics Teacher,
Heating/Air Conditioning Teacher, Metalworking Teacher, Plumbing Teacher, Technical Education
Teacher, and Woodworking Teacher.
Trainer
A person who helps athletes prepare for competitive sporting events.
Transportation Director
Person responsible for bus scheduling, maintenance of school district vehicles, etc.
Trigonometry Teacher
Teacher working with students learning how to perform basic trigonometric functions.
Twelfth Grade Teacher
A teacher of 12th grade students.
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U.S. History Teacher
Teacher who instructs students on the history of the United States.
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Visiting Teacher
A teacher who comes from another school to teach, but is not a permanent staff member at the
school they are visiting.
Visual Arts Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in visual arts education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Art Department Chair, Art
History Teacher, Art Teacher, Commercial Art Teacher, Crafts Teacher, and Photography Teacher.
Visually Impaired Teacher
Teacher who works with students that are visually impaired.
Vocational Education Counselor
Counselor who works with students seeking a vocational education.
Vocational Education Department Chair
Supervises the teachers responsible for helping students learn special skills required in a
vocational setting.
Vocational Education Teacher
Teacher responsible for helping students learn special skills required in a vocational
setting.
Vocational Educator
All administrative and teaching staff at a school that specialize in vocational education
courses. This title includes all of the people with the job titles of Agriculture Teacher, Animal
Science Teacher, Auto Mechanics/Repair Teacher, Career Education Teacher, Child Care Occupations
Teacher, Commercial Art Teacher, Construction Trades Teacher, Cosmetology Teacher, Drafting
Teacher, Electronics Teacher, Heating/Air Conditioning Teacher, Food Services Teacher, Graphic Arts
Teacher, Health Occupations Teacher, Horticulture Teacher, Marketing/
Distributive Education Teacher, Media/Communications Occupations Teacher, Metalworking
Teacher, Plumbing Teacher, Technical Education Teacher, Trade/Industrial Arts Dept Chair,
Trade/Industrial Arts Teacher, Vocational Education Counselor, Vocational Education Dept Chair,
Vocational Education Teacher, Welding Teacher, Woodworking Teacher, and Work Experience Teacher.
Volleyball Coach
A coach of volleyball players.
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Webmaster
Person who manages the creation and updates of a school’s website.
Weight Lifting Coach
A coach of weight lifting.
Welding Teacher
Teacher who helps students learn basic skills related to equipment and processes of welding.
Woodworking Teacher
Teacher who helps students learn basic skills related to working with wood or carpentry.
Word Processing Teacher
Teaches word processing skills.
World History Teacher
Teacher who instructs students on the history of the world and how it relates to today’s
society.
Work Experience Teacher
A teacher who supervises job shadowing, on-the-job training, and other instructional
activities to prepare students for life after graduation.
Wrestling Coach
A coach of wrestling.
Writing Teacher
Teaches the fundamentals of writing. This title includes all of the people with the job title
of Creative Writing/Advanced Comp Teacher.
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Yearbook Advisor
Person responsible for the coordination of activities involving the production of a school
memory book.