Background information:
I’m Irish and I moved to Vancouver 6 years ago. I really love this city and have been teaching at EC for nearly 5 years now.
Years spent teaching:
I taught in Ireland for 6 years and her for 5 so almost 11 years altogether. I also worked at various different jobs including being a Lawyer and being an advocate for minority groups.
What made you decide to become a teacher?
I love being in a job that is varied and flexible and I am passionate about teaching languages. I also teach Irish here in Vancouver. I love watching my students blossom and becoming relaxed and free in their use of English.
What’s the thing you love most about teaching English at EC?
It’s fun! We have a great team here and really support each other. I also have a degree of autonomy which I embrace fully. I feel at EC Vancouver we offer a professional service and really care about our students.
What makes teaching at EC so special?
I guess meeting students from all over the world and working in a supportive environment.
What’s one thing you’ve learned from a student that really stands out?
That each day is special!
What is your favourite story about a student/teaching?
When my students make me laugh. For example I asked an elementary class what the word NEWS meant. One girl replied North, South, East, West as that’s what she learned from a teacher in Japan!
What do you think makes a good teacher?
- Being prepared
- Being flexible
- Letting students do the work
