Why I want to teach Jordan Thorburn EDUC 101 1

Intask Standard #3: Learning Environments 2 The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. Why I Want To Teach March 18th 2015 EDUC101 Introduction to Education This power point brings attention to what makes me want to become a teacher. From how I had no desire to the point I realized its something that I could do. It also demonstrates effective traits, my educational philosophy, and my contributions to the profession. To document my understanding of Learning Environments, I have selected a thematic plan and unit of study on teaching in Japan because the environments differ drastically from what I'm used too. I will intentionally build learner capacity to collaborate in person and on other platforms to apply effective interpersonal communication skills. 2

Reasons for wanting to teach Live in Japan Good with kids School motivation Making a difference Dive into culture Less shyness Self improvement 3

Effective teacher traits include… Connect personal level Patience Abstract thinking Excellent communicator Information clarity A caring yet firm attitude Love for teaching 4

Molding my personal being Work on my organization Timeliness Understanding children Personable presence Learn to deliver impact full lessons Finish school Learn a new language Live a new life 5

Student characteristics I expect Attitudes and behaviors range Some good, some not so much Quick and slow learners I expect that they will be somewhat excited to deal foreigner (Gaijin). Willing to learn 6

Understanding Life and community Obviously Japan will be quite different from a American setting Parents have been said to be much more focused on how teaching is done Kids are mostly willing to learn English as a second language Big city, big schedule Food Learning Japanese Balancing social life and work Depending upon school placement I could be in Osaka( preferred ), Nagoya, or Tokyo(ehhh not so much) 7

Requirements and goals The absolute basic requirements for teaching English in japan is two things BA in ANYTHING Traveled from and was born in a native level speaking country of that particular language THAT’S IT! Extra steps and certifications to improve chances (None are needed but can help) Masters in English Education CELTA/TEFL qualification (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults/Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Previous teaching experience Types of Jobs ALT (assistant language teacher) Free time, easy lessons, elementary level  ¥3.36 million yen (around $41,000 USD) per year. Eikaiwa (Conversation Practice) Intermediate level of speaking ¥3 milion yen (around 37,000) per year. Private lessons Range from adults to children Roughly ¥2.5k-¥4k yen per hour ($30-$42) 8

Example of elementary level English teaching in japan Youtuber: djnoah 3:40 11:30 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsOpxnRb10M Youtuber: MexicanSamurai100 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIimZlCoeBk 9

Sources http://teaching.about.com/od/pd/a/Qualities-Of-An-Effective-Teacher.htm http://www.gooverseas.com/teach-abroad/japan/test http://www.e4s.co.uk/jobs/2-teaching-english-as-a-foreign-language.htm http://www.teachinghouse.com/tesol/the-celta-course http://injapan.gaijinpot.com/work/teaching-in-japan/2012/10/17/which- english-teaching-job-is-best-for-you/ http://zoomingjapan.com/life-in-japan/eikaiwa/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIimZlCoeBk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsOpxnRb10M 10