Foreign Language Teacher
Mediator for intercultural communication
Fields of activity | Foreign Language Teacher
As a foreign language teacher, you’ll teach one or more foreign languages. Your responsibilities include creating lesson plans, delivering lessons, and monitoring your students' learning progress. You’ll use various media and didactic methods to present the subject matter in an engaging and effective way.
A key focus of your work as a foreign language teacher will be to promote your students’ communicative skills. To endorse these skills, you’ll incorporate dialogs, discussions, and practical exercises into your lessons. In addition to teaching the language itself, you’ll also provide insights into the culture and way of life of the countries where the language is spoken.
Personal requirements | Foreign Language Teacher
- Foreign language skills
- Pedagogical knowledge and didactic skills
- Patience and empathy
- Strong communication and expression skills
- Enjoy working with people
Path to the profession | Foreign Language Teacher
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Take the testPotential jobs | Foreign Language Teacher
As a foreign language teacher, you can find employment in public and private schools, language institutes and adult education centers. In addition to teaching in the classroom, you’ll spend a significant amount of time at your desk preparing and reviewing lessons. You may also work as a private tutor or at tutoring centers.