OSCA occupation

OSCA 259233: Speech and Drama Teacher (Private Tuition)

Teaches students in the practice, theory and performance of speech and drama in private training establishments. This record sits in Arts and Personal Enrichment Teachers (Private Tuition). Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 1 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

Teaches students in the practice, theory and performance of speech and drama in private training establishments.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
1
Major group
2 Professionals
Sub-major group
25 Education Professionals
Minor group
259 Miscellaneous Education Professionals
Unit group
2592 Arts and Personal Enrichment Teachers (Private Tuition)

Tasks

  • Plans programs of study in the theory and practice of speech and drama for individual students and groups
  • Prepares and presents material within the area of voice and communication, drama, public speaking and presentation techniques
  • Instructs and demonstrates practical aspects of speech and drama
  • Assists students to improve listening and communication skills associated with public speaking through speech and drama
  • Assigns exercises relative to students' training needs and talents
  • Assesses students and offers advice, criticism and encouragement
  • Revises curricula, course content, course materials and methods of instruction
  • Prepares students for examinations, performances and assessments

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

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Compare OSCA 259233 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison pointCurrent code259233 Speech and Drama Teacher (Private Tuition)259231 Art Teacher (Private Tuition)259232 Dance Teacher (Private Tuition)
Official role definitionTeaches students in the practice, theory and performance of speech and drama in private training establishments.Teaches students in the practice and theory of art in private training establishments.Teaches students in the practice, theory and performance of dance in private training establishments.
Skill levelSkill Level 1Skill Level 1Skill Level 1
Key tasks
  • Plans programs of study in the theory and practice of speech and drama for individual students and groups
  • Prepares and presents material within the area of voice and communication, drama, public speaking and presentation techniques
  • Instructs and demonstrates practical aspects of speech and drama
  • Assists students to improve listening and communication skills associated with public speaking through speech and drama
  • Plans, prepares and delivers effective learning programs in art theory and practice
  • Assesses students' learning, maintains students' records and reports on students' performance to students, parents and other stakeholders
  • Undertakes regular professional learning in effective art teaching
  • Prepares students for exhibitions and assessments
  • Plans programs of study in dance theory and practice for individual students and groups
  • Prepares and presents material on the theory of dance
  • Instructs fundamental dance techniques and choreography to students in group or individual settings, and selects music for dance recitals or concerts
  • Assigns exercises relative to students' training needs and talents
Alternative titlesNot stated
  • Art Tutor (Private Tuition)
  • Dance Instructor (Private Tuition)

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

Compliance risk score

4 of 4 factors passing

10 / 10
Verified official source
- ABS OSCA occupation record present
Previous edition migration
- OSCA to ANZSCO correspondence attached
Complete hierarchy
- Major, sub-major, minor and unit group links are present
Legacy crosswalk
- Legacy ANZSCO correspondence attached

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Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 259233 do?

Speech and Drama Teacher (Private Tuition) is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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