Develop the professional preparation of future teachers for the pedagogical work

This article provides an in-depth analysis of the issue of preparing graduates for professional teaching roles, as discussed in scientific literature and pedagogical practice. It primarily focuses on explaining the essence of the concept of "preparing graduates for professional and pedagogical activities" in educational organizations offering secondary vocational training programs. The article establishes the necessary pedagogical conditions for developing graduates' preparedness for such activities. A theoretically grounded methodological model is presented for developing the preparation of graduates for professional teaching activities in vocational education organizations. Furthermore, the authors describe the development and testing of a methodological system to prepare graduates for professional teaching activities. This system includes a set of measures aimed at enhancing the level of preparedness of future teachers. The final part of the article provides methodological recommendations for developing the preparedness of graduates for professional teaching roles, with a focus on practical application in the educational process. Overall, the article represents a valuable contribution to the field of pedagogical science and practice by offering an integrated approach to preparing graduates for effective work in the educational domain. This study will be beneficial for teachers, methodologists, educational institution directors, as well as researchers interested in issues related to professional education and teacher training.