With the rising unemployment rate in Nigeria, one of the ways to tackle this conundrum is exploring alternative method of income which part-time teaching in secondary schools or after-school coaching offers.
Exploring part-time teaching in secondary schools as a specialised subject teaching in a roving capacity can ameliorate the unemployment conundrum as individual will be able to afford the basics of what he/she needs to survive the challenging times.
Hence, such a person interested in making extra income by teaching part-time in a secondary school as a specialised teacher should do research on the availability of part-time teaching positions in secondary schools in their area and beyond by checking for vacancies on school websites, job portals, and local newspapers.
According to a proprietress, Mrs. Ngozi Pepple, such persons should review the qualifications and experience required for teaching positions in secondary schools and ensure they meet the minimum requirements, such as; possessing a bachelor’s degree in education or a related field and any teaching certifications required before applying.
It is advisable that any person interested in a part-time teaching capacity should update their resumé by highlighting all relevant qualifications, education, certifications, and any teaching experience if there is any. While emphasizing the knowledge and expertise in the subject intended to teach.
She, however, advised that you write a professional cover letter expressing your interest in part-time teaching positions and explaining why you would be a valuable addition to the school. Customize the letter to each specific school you are applying to.
Reaching out to teachers, school administrators, and other education professionals, and also attending local teacher association meetings or seminars to connect with people in the education field who might be aware of part-time teaching opportunities.
Mrs. Pepple advised that you submit the application, resume, and cover letter to the secondary schools while following their application procedures and meeting any submission deadline.
It is worth noting that advertising oneself as a part-time tutor to secondary school students, word of mouth referral, creating a profile on tutoring websites, distributing flyers in the local community, or posting advertisements on social media can lead to parents seeking private tutors to help coach their children in subjects they are struggling with.
As a result, developing a niche by specializing in a particular subject or area where the part-time teacher has expertise. For instance, a strong background in math or science by focusing on tutoring or teaching those subjects to secondary school students.
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It is gathered that depending on the school, location, and mostly science-based subjects, part-time teachers could earn between N40,000 to N100,000 while also making extra income as private tutors.
He/she could make over N150,000 monthly, and even more if they have clientele who will pay more when their services yield the result.
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