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It does sound like a learning disability.

After a lot of discussion with more experienced teachers I've realised that I can't teach this lesson. I was a bit surprised she offered me the work when I explained that I'm not a primary school teacher. She's actually offering a decent wage as well even if it is only for a few hours each week. For...

I partly need the money but it's mostly to do with the fact that I take pride in what I do and I'm not convinced I'm the right person to teach children. As the mother is happy for me to teach her children I will do my best. I've found some links for the youngest two children. I need links or website...

I've been asked to teach three children aged 8, 5 and 4. I've only taught adults before but the mother is adamant she's happy with me teaching her kids. The oldest speaks English quite well. Her mother wants me to teach her basic science and grammar. The youngest two just need half hour lessons teac...

I'm teaching students business English and a new cmpany I am teaching for requires their students to pass the TOIEC Test. I've asked my company for advice but they've been pretty useless. I've taken my students through different practice tests through my book but I don't have full knowledge of the s...

Is there a difference in the usage of among or amongst?

This is really embaressing and frankly unprofessional but I am struggling with grammar. I love travelling and communicating with people and TEFL seemed like the perfect way to do this. I really want to be the best teacher I can be and happy to admit my understanding of grammar rules, sentence struct...