We don't sit over your shoulder counting preparation hours. Most teachers spend at least half the number of teaching hours in preparation work, but it varies. We do not count or directly compensate for preparation time.  We just want your lessons to be as good as you can make them and this takes time (for conscientious teachers). If your schedule averages about 20 teaching hours a week, most teachers can expect to spend 10-15 hours a week preparing for those classes.

 The only other time requirement is "maintenance" of a class file. This includes keeping records of lessons and writing up reports, evaluations and giving oral interviews. These duties are all minimal, and are done at the end of contracts (every six months or so), but can really pile up if put off for too long. 

Last updated on 10月 17, 2009 by Joe Libby