A Psychology Teacher is responsible for educating students in the principles of psychology, including human behavior, mental processes, and research methods. The role involves developing lesson plans, delivering lectures, facilitating discussions, and assessing student performance. The teacher fosters critical thinking, ethical understanding, and a foundational knowledge of psychological theories and practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and deliver engaging lessons in psychology in accordance with the school or college curriculum.
Teach psychological concepts such as cognition, development, behavior, personality, and mental health.
Design classroom activities, discussions, and assignments that encourage analytical thinking.
Prepare students for internal exams and, where applicable, standardized or board assessments.
Use various teaching methods (lectures, case studies, multimedia tools, role-plays) to enhance learning.
Encourage student participation and maintain a respectful, inclusive classroom environment.
Evaluate student performance through exams, projects, presentations, and classroom participation.
Qualifications:
Graduate degree in Psychology (minimum); Post Graduate degree (preferred or required in many institutions).
Degree in Education or a teaching certification is preferred (e.g., B.Ed or equivalent).
Prior teaching experience in psychology is desirable.
Strong command of written and spoken English (or the language of instruction).
Familiarity with educational technology and digital teaching tools is a plus.