Occupation Title 1140-35

1140-35 — Headmistress

This is a specific occupation title under a broader Unit Group category.

Summary
Headmistress is responsible for plans, co ordinates and implements educational administrative activities of a public or private school; implements curricula and extra curricular programmes, arranges for procurement of supplies and examinations enforces school discipline; controls expenditure of school funds to meet budgets within their professional field.
Minimum entry
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Future outlook
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Description
Headmistress is responsible for plans, co ordinates and implements educational administrative activities of a public or private school; implements curricula and extra curricular programmes, arranges for procurement of supplies and examinations enforces school discipline; controls expenditure of school funds to meet budgets within their professional field.
Employment prospects
The job has potential for growth
Tasks
  • Plans, co-ordinates and implements educational administrative activities of a public or private school. Implements curricula and extra-curricular programmes, arranges for procurement of supplies and examinations enforces school discipline; controls expenditure of school funds to meet budgets; presides over staff meetings and supervises teaching, clerical and other support staff Represents school at community and administrative meetings.
Skills
Core skills
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Technical skills
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Transferable skills
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Certifications
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Education
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Pathways
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Relevant courses
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Institutions
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Minimum requirements
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Work context
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Where they work
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Work setting
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Schedule
Work in designated office at the school and also in the class rooms Work full time during school hours May also work evening and weekends May travel to other school to meet other administrators.
Employment type
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Earnings
Entry level
Mid level
Senior level
How to become one
Career progression
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Related occupations
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