About This Role
Teaching social theories and research methods at schools or universities.
A Day in the Life
You teach Sociology at A/L level or university, covering social theory, research methods, social institutions, stratification, and Sri Lankan social issues, developing students' sociological imagination and analytical skills.
- Plan and deliver A/L Sociology or university Social Sciences modules
- Teach sociological theory (Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Giddens) and contemporary perspectives
- Cover social institutions — family, education, religion, media, state — through sociological lenses
- Teach social stratification, inequality, gender, ethnicity, and class in the Sri Lankan context
- Prepare students for A/L Sociology examinations or university assessments
- Guide sociological research methodology and introduce students to fieldwork
- Set and mark structured essays, data response questions, and sociological reports
- Facilitate discussion on contemporary Sri Lankan social issues
Work Environment
A/L classroom or university lecture theatre. Sociology is offered as an A/L subject in Sri Lanka's Arts stream and at degree level at universities including Colombo, Kelaniya, Peradeniya, Eastern, and Jaffna. Interest is driven by students pursuing social work, law, public administration, journalism, and development roles.
Skills Required
Technical Skills
Soft Skills
Tools & Software
Salary in Sri Lanka (LKR / month)
Typical progression: 3yr to mid · 8yr to senior
Risks & Challenges
AI / Automation Risk
LOW
LONG TERM
Burnout Risk
LOW
Job Security (SL)
MEDIUM
