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Secondary School Teacher

Instructs students in the middle or high school grades in specialized academic subjects.

Any StreamNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹2.5L – ₹6.0L/year
Market demand
stable
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
Degree
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Secondary School Teacher

1
Step 1
B.Ed/D.El.Ed
2
Step 2
CTET/State TET

Skills you'll need

communication
Core skill
patience
Core skill
subject knowledge
Core skill
mentoring
Core skill
adaptability
Core skill
pedagogy
Core skill
classroom management
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹2.5L – ₹6.0L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Secondary School Teacher actually do?

Instructs students in the middle or high school grades in specialized academic subjects.

Secondary School Teacher - Salary, Pathways & Eligibility in India