Author Archives: fabenglishteacher

When I became a replacement teacher in a relatively challenging secondary school it was my first experience teaching teens.  I was almost eaten alive, discipline was a nightmare.  I think I was saved by the fact that the kids realised … Continue reading →

A difficult question because sadly I’ve never really had a mentor, once I’d done my CELTA I started work for someone who was willing to give me a lot of independence, and didn’t have the time to do much mentoring. … Continue reading →

Wow, great question, I could ramble on about this for hours, and frequently do, although I’m trying to curb this habit as even my colleagues find me boring! So, I’ll be brief… What I love most about my job is … Continue reading →

Mmm, an interesting one that, a few things come to mind but I’ll go with this comment a colleague made when she observed my classes last term- During the Teacher-Student phase of the lesson I tend to pick the same … Continue reading →

I’m not averse to technology in the classroom, think I use my iPad in class more than my board pen. Not only do I upload the lesson plan and homework at the end of every lesson but there’s always something … Continue reading →

Wandering about twitter the other day I cam across this fantastic idea from @teachthought and I thought it would be just the thing to kick start some reflective thinking this term. Then I went back to work and my feet haven’t hit the floor … Continue reading →