Teaching

Mondays and Tuesdays I spend most of my time at school in content classes. That is when I have my three sections of first year social science and my two sections of second year natural science. It is super hectic, but I think I am going to like these best. It is easier in some ways to help them practice their English in less conscious ways by learning content rather than practicing English in a more conscientious manner in an a formal english class.

Today in my natural science classes, I led the classes through some worksheets and activities about nutrition, including photosynthesis. I felt like the students actually understood what I was talking about, and many of them are getting more comfortable and willing to participate. I love my 1st and 2nd years so far; they remind me a lot of my 11/12 year olds from swim team :)

When I don't have classes, I go and sit in the teacher's room. Sometimes I talk to other teachers, prepare lessons, or work on homework for my VCU classes. The picture is of the lounge. I have Internet at my house now, but we are on a limited diet, so still hanging out in a lot of cafes!! I got the school password today, so tomorrow I might be able to get online at school too :)

I was trying to find or class here to get involved in, but so far I have not been very successful. I found some classes but they were already full...so I don't know what I am going to do, but I need a hobby or something. Suggestions?? I might take up drawing or something, but I am more crafty than artistic...hmmmm