TEACHING PRACTICE

 

Teaching Practice Experience 

Introduction

    During my teaching practice with SEA Teachers, I had the opportunity to teach English to first-grade students at the University of St. La Salle Integrated School. This was an exciting and completely new experience for me because I had to interact with young learners and adjust my teaching style to fit their needs.

    My teaching practice lasted for two days: February 11 in Grade 1A and February 12 in Grade 1B. Each class had its own dynamics, and I had to adapt quickly to engage all the students effectively. Throughout this experience, I learned a lot about classroom management, how to keep students engaged, and how to use different teaching methods to make learning fun and meaningful.

    What made this experience even more special was the chance to teach in a different country with a different learning environment. It was interesting to see how students responded to different activities and how their enthusiasm for learning made teaching more enjoyable. This experience helped me grow not only as a teacher but also as a learner, as I had to think on my feet and adjust my strategies to meet the needs of my students.

Teaching Methodology

    In both Grade 1A and Grade 1B, I used a student-centered teaching approach to make learning interactive and fun. The lesson theme was "My Future Self," where students learned about different professions and shared their dreams for the future. To make the lesson more engaging, I combined storytelling, visual aids, and interactive activities. Here’s how I structured my lesson:

Opening Activities:

• Greeting the students warmly and starting with a short prayer led by the homeroom teacher.
• Introducing myself again and explaining that I would be their teacher for the day.
• Asking students about what they already knew about the topic.

Lesson Presentation:

• Introducing the topic "My Future Self" using pictures and simple questions.
• Teaching new vocabulary related to different jobs (doctor, teacher, pilot, etc.).
• Using storytelling to explain different professions and their roles in society.

Student Activities:

• Individual Task: Students worked on a worksheet with questions and pictures related to the topic.

Assessment & Feedback:

• Asking simple questions to check students’ understanding.
• Encouraging students to share their thoughts about the lesson.
• Giving positive feedback and constructive suggestions to help them improve.

Closing:

• Summarizing the lesson and encouraging students to keep dreaming big.
• Having a short reflection where students shared what they learned.
• Thanking the students and closing with a farewell and a prayer.

Classroom Management and Challenges

    Managing a class full of young learners required patience and flexibility. Some students were very energetic, while others were shy and needed encouragement. One of the biggest challenges I faced was having a student with special needs in the class, which required me to give extra attention and adjust my teaching style to make sure they felt included.

Reflection and Key Takeaways

    These two days of teaching practice gave me a deeper understanding of how to engage young learners in an English class. I learned that:

• Using visual aids and interactive activities makes a huge difference in student participation.
• Encouragement and positive feedback help build students' confidence.
• Good classroom management is key to keeping students focused and involved in the lesson.

    Overall, this experience helped me become a more confident and adaptable teacher. I am truly grateful for this opportunity because it allowed me to practice and improve my teaching skills in a real classroom setting. Teaching young learners in a different country was a rewarding challenge, and I hope to apply everything I’ve learned to future teaching experiences.

    This journey has also made me realize how much I enjoy working with children. Their energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm made each lesson fun and memorable. I’m excited to continue growing as a teacher and exploring new ways to create meaningful learning experiences for my students.