Erin: United Kingdom: Aug 31, 2019

As a teacher and colleague I am an effective communicator, delivering relevant information concisely and ensuring a more logical learning experience. The teaching experience I have had during my TEFL training and within my local church has shown me the importance of remaining adaptable and flexible in a learning environment, ensuring I offer my full attention to the students’ individual needs without becoming flustered or disorganised.

Further, I am an engaging teacher, interacting with students in a patient and empathetic manner, ensuring they have an approachable authority figure to turn to with their concerns. I am passionate about learning, having studied with many inspiring teachers, I understand the benefit of having a teacher who cares deeply about their work. I also understand the value of being organised, devoting time to pre-planning my work which allows for more time devoted to hands-on teaching, as well as for space to teach creatively.

As a person and as a teacher I am mindful of the fact that I will be interacting with students from a diverse age range and range of cultural backgrounds. My ability to be empathetic and understanding, showing respect towards people regardless of their gender, race, sexuality or disability is one of my greatest strengths, as it makes me approachable and gives people confidence in my openness and ability to relate to students. This will help me to be in tune with students’ hopes and fears, helping them towards a more holistic learning experience.