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Teacher

Teachers help students learn and grow, plan lessons, mark work and guide students. Good teachers are patient, creative and curious.

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Teachers learn new things every day too.

All about Teacher

Teachers help students learn and grow. They plan lessons, explain ideas, set and mark work, give feedback and create a safe and friendly classroom. Good teachers adapt their methods so that every child can understand and make progress.

Teachers are patient, creative and curious, and they enjoy seeing students succeed. Many teachers spend time outside lessons supporting clubs, trips and extra help. Training to teach usually involves a degree and teacher training.

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Real-life uses of Teacher

Teaching reading and maths in a primary school
Leading a science club after school
Organising a class trip to a museum

Frequently asked questions about Teacher

What qualifications do teachers need?

It depends on the country and the type of school, but most need a degree and a teaching qualification.

Do teachers have holidays?

Teachers usually have school holidays, but they also spend time preparing lessons and marking work outside school hours.

What is a good quality in a teacher?

Patience, good communication, enthusiasm for the subject and the ability to make learning fun.