Take our quick life skills quiz to find out what kind of English language teacher you are!
‘Be prepared or prepare to fail.’ Where other teachers might be panicking to fill that last 15 minutes of class, you can relax and think back to your colour-coded folder of lesson plans that your colleagues so quickly dismissed. Having so many different priorities can be stressful for students, which is why it's important for you to help them set goals and clear learning outcomes so they make the most of their education – watching a DVD simply to pass the time is definitely not an option! Help your students get organised with related free teaching resources.
A little bit of hard work goes a long way, as you well know! You're pragmatic, driven and always aiming for the best – whether that’s from your students or yourself. You believe that education is a crucial stepping stone towards future success and as such, you recognise the importance of equipping your students with real-life, transferrable skills they can apply beyond the language learning classroom. You are likely a DoS yourself, or well on your way to being one. Give your students the right resources to prepare them for their future careers.
Learning is one of the most important things in the world. As a teacher, and a natural academic, you feel that it’s your job to make sure your students get the most out of their time in class. With the different strengths and weaknesses all students have, you understand the critical importance of tailoring your teaching to individual student needs, ensuring they achieve their best results come exam time! Help your students develop their study skills with free teaching resources on Macmillan English.
As a natural creative, you're always looking for imaginative ways to approach the curriculum to keep your students engaged in class. While some traditionalists might describe you (and your teaching methods) as a bit ‘off-the wall’ at times, you always see the bigger picture when it comes to helping your students. You’re able to think on your feet – so even in that lesson where you’re 15 minutes short, you’re sure to come up with something! Find free teaching resources to give your classroom a creative boost.
You're the kind of teacher students often describe as their ‘favourite’ because there’s never a dull moment in your lesson! As a natural communicator, the idea of drilling students endlessly with grammar questions is not your idea of a good lesson – and the exam season is likely not your best friend. Instead, you like nothing better than to see your students actively engaged in discussion, group or project work. Help your students with their communication skills with dedicated free teaching resources.