Profession of teacher

The teaching profession

General characteristics of the profession

The teacher is a unique profession, outside of time, fashion and geography. Being one of the oldest professions, it remains important to this day. Like everything, with time it has changed. According to the dictionary Ozhegova, the teacher is the person who someone teaches his knowledge. Teachers work not only in school, they teach in colleges and institutes and other educational institutions.

History of the profession

• Once upon a time, when the division of labor did not exist, teachers became more senior, most experienced members of the tribe/community. Then, teachers were people who owned one or another craft and distribute a particular skill/knowledge

The Athenian system of education , the Spartan system of education and Education of the middle Ages

The Athenian system of education expected start learning from the age of 7, when the teacher (the so-called black slave) led the child to school, where he first took a reading and the account, and then would come the turn of literary and aesthetic education. A large role was played and physical education.

The Spartan system of education focused on the education of physical endurance. Education of the middle Ages was mostly religious in nature

And only in the 18th — 19th centuries, the teaching of the officially recognized profession has become a mass phenomenon in Europe and worldwide

Professional skills of teachers

• 1)A broad Outlook and ability to teach the material. 2)Training tailored to the individual characteristics of the pupils. 3)Literate, speech and clear diction. 4)The ability to use facial expressions and gestures during performances. 5)Orientation to work with students. 6)The ability to react quickly to situations, resourcefulness 7)Quality control of students ' knowledge.

Personal qualities of a teacher

• 1)Love for children, educating them in humanity and good life values. 2)Explain drawbacks of the teaching profession.

3)The Desire for self-improvement. 4)The Ability of each to find positive qualities. 5)Correct assessment of their capabilities as teachers.

The pros of the profession

1. The transfer of knowledge to children 2. The gratitude of students 3. The importance of the profession 4. Convenient schedule

5. Extended vacation 6. Vacation

7. Official employment 8. Having your own office

9. Stability

Cons of the profession

1. A big responsibility. 2. A stressful situation. 3. Working with complex children. 4. Work with documentation. 5. The subotnick and other additional responsibilities