Some important facets of an English teacher's role:
- bringing literature and language alive for our students - engagement & enjoyment
- critical thinking skills
- developing literacy skills - writing, reading, oral, visual
- making English relevant to the students - transfer of knowledge to their daily lives
- assessment
Qualities and abilities that are strengths:
- experience as teacher (working 20 years), i love working with students of all ages
- my experience as teacher librarian - strong background in literature already there
- prior knowledge of language acquisition/nature of language as part of my TESOL course
- critical thinking
- love reading!
- always keen to learn new skills especially ICT
Knowledge & skills to learn:
- greater depth & understanding of English at higher level (my background is Primary)
- knowledge of NSW English syllabus/curriculum
- creating, teaching & assessing
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