Training

Oh right, I came here for a job and will actually have to work! For the past week I have been training for what to expect while we are teaching. I learned I will be teaching Memory English and Reading Par. There are a bunch of levels and types which I need not get into as it is too long and too boring. Anyway, they are both pretty good, but Memory seems like it will be easier to teach. The trainer I have for Memory though is passive aggressive and a little bit of a dick, but he is thorough in making sure we are able to execute the teaching lessons well which is good. The job seems like it is easy enough especially after you have done it for a couple of class lessons and especially when there is a new term as you have already done all your prep work. There is a regimented guide and structure we follow so it will be quite repetitive and mindless which has its pluses and minuses I guess.

During training there Swine Flu precautions are definitely in effect and everyone must wear a protective mask. It’s pretty funny to see a training room or even building full of masked individuals. Check it out.

Tomorrow is the culmination of all that we have learned during the week and we will be tested on our knowledge of the class structure as well as our mock teachings for both lessons. I don’t think it will be a problem, even though there is a lot of material to know, since I have been doing well and 90% pass (the other 10 usually are just people who quit, which there has been a couple). Also everyone will be departing to their respective locations all over the country and i will be moving to another hotel for the weekend while i get settled into my district and find an apartment to live in. So this year I will be spending my Thanksgiving evening reviewing for my tests, but before I start I will be enjoying a nice Thanksgiving meal of Korean BBQ.

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