In this series of articles, discover various professions you can find in Luxembourg.
The role of a teacher
Being a teacher means imparting knowledge, developing skills and supporting pupils throughout their educational journey, from cycle 1 of primary education through to higher education. Teachers play a key role in the intellectual, social and civic education of the younger generation.
The teacher's duties vary depending on the level of education (elementary, secondary, higher education), but here is an overview of the main responsibilities:
- Preparing and delivering lessons aligned with the curriculum;
- Assessing pupils' knowledge and skills through tests, exams or projects;
- Adapting teaching methods to the specific needs of each pupil (differentiated teaching);
- Participating in school life (staff meetings, class councils, extracurricular activities);
- Working with parents and other education professionals;
- Undergoing regular training to update their knowledge and teaching methods;
- Supervising educational projects and supporting pupils in their academic and career choices.
Education and skills
There are a number of training routes leading to the teaching profession:
Table showing French, German, Luxembourg and Belgian qualification levels for the teaching profession in Luxembourg
These courses enable you to acquire the skills that are essential for this profession:
- In-depth mastery of their teaching subject;
- Pedagogical skills and the ability to captivate a diverse audience;
- Patience, listening skills and indulgence;
- Ability to organise, lead and assess educational activities;
- Classroom management and kind yet firm authority;
- Intellectual curiosity and a desire for lifelong learning.
The different types of teachers
Elementary school teacher:
Teaches various subjects (French, maths, science, etc.) to children aged 3 to 12.
Secondary school teacher:
Teaches one or more subjects to teenagers in preparation for a diploma or the baccalaureate.
University lecturer:
A researcher and lecturer, they teach higher-level courses and are involved in academic research project.
Specialist teacher:
Works with pupils with disabilities or special educational needs.
Adult educator:
Provides continuing or vocational training courses for adults undergoing career changes or upskilling.
Being a teacher in Luxembourg
In Luxembourg, teaching is a highly respected profession, particularly due to the quality of the multilingual education system. Proficiency in Luxembourgish, French and German is often required, especially in elementary schools.
Teachers' salaries in Luxembourg vary depending on the level of teaching, experience and type of establishment (public, private or international):
- At the start of their career, elementary and secondary school teachers generally earn a gross annual salary of €50,000 to €60,000.
- With experience, particularly after ten years' service, this salary can rise to €80,000 to €95,000 gross per year, or even more in higher education.
- In higher education, salaries vary depending on the position: a PhD student earns a gross annual salary of €33,000 to €37,000, while a Research associate earns €69,000 to €77,000 gross per year.
Did you know?
Education in Luxembourg is constantly evolving, with the increasing use of digital technology in the classroom, differentiated teaching methods and a high demand for multilingual teachers.
Luxembourg offers a high-quality education system based on multilingualism: pupils successively learn Luxembourgish, French, German and English. This unique model encourages international openness from a very young age.
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