If you have recently qualified as a teacher and are starting your first teaching job then you will most probably feel very anxious and worried. Many teachers worry if they are going to be able to control the classroom and help students learn and get to the level they need to. This is a common concern and will a few little bits of advice, you can soon put those worries to bed. As with any time you meet someone new, the first few minutes will make an impression that lasts a lifetime. You do not need to be really hard... Read More »

As a teacher you may have the responsibility of putting together an assembly for the parents and/or carers of the children to come and watch. When creating your assembly you need to consider the age of the children and how they may react to the situation. If it is a reception class for example then you need to make sure that they do not have too many lines to remember and that you are on hand to prompt them should they get stuck. Children often like showing work that they have created so adding in a section where they can... Read More »

As a teacher, you will already be aware of how precious your time is. When planning lessons you may not be able to estimate how much time you will need to spend explaining the task, as some children may need a little more help in understanding what they need to do.  In this situation it is advisable to give all the children a good understanding of what is required of them and then spend a little bit of extra time with a smaller group of children or on a one to one basis with those that need a little extra... Read More »

If you have just completed your studies in the education field in Cambridge, it is time to start looking for a job now. There are many vacancies available in the modern times, but at the same time there are also many graduates who have flooded the market too. One of the ways that you can enhance your chances of getting a permanent teaching job is by working as a substitute teacher. However, it is worth noting that there are requirements that you need to meet in order to work as a substitute teacher. Here are some of the requirements substitute... Read More »