Week 4 John De Nobile The Teaching Profession Profession sense of expertise and knowledge Sense of power An occupation requiring

g special training in the liberal arts or sciences, esp., one of the three learned professions, law, theology or medicine. Collins English Dictionary (2000) www.professions.com.au Profession = Calling/Vocation as told by John I want to make a difference. Ive always wanted to This is more than just a 9 to 5. Professional: - Knows what to do - Is able to apply uncommon skills - Fair and Honest (ethical) conduct - Customer/client focused - Licensed/Accredited - Remunerated - Legitimate - Regulated The Teaching Profession: Over time. Increased professionalization of teaching due to - Moves towards standards (NSWIT, QLD teacher college etc.) - Research showing quality of teaching > student achievement - Philosophical pedagogy orientated reinterpretations of the job - NSW Quality Teaching Framework (NSW 2003) Increased opportunity for promotion - Increases in formal promotion positions since the 70s Increased opportunity for study in school leadership Increased remuneration Pressure from Outside on Teachers

Moves towards greater accountability of teachers Greater emphasis on documentation/evidence QTF Child protection Discipline and social skills/values Ed

Greater responsibility on teacher

Teacher morale De Nobile (2009) Job Satisfaction

Job Commitment

Job Stress

Teacher absenteeism and productivity Teacher wellbeing/health Burnout Turnover