How to become an education advisor & manager
Be involved in educational research and developing education curriculums.
What does an education advisor & manager do?
Duties and tasks
Coordinate educational programs and providing advice
Observe teachers in classrooms in order to determine areas of needed improvement
Publish findings and working with administrators and governmental officials to incorporate suggestions into educational systems
Research trends in education and offering ways to improve schools, districts, and educational systems
Train teachers in new educational methods
Work with teachers and educational administrators to determine areas of research focus
Industry bodies
Education Consultants Association Australia
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Brendan is a high school teacher with a passion for the future—both his students', and his own. Through OUA, he's determined to become a school principal.