I've always worked in Universities and leaned far more strongly towards teaching than research. Recently I had a bit of an epiphany about how my work is(n't) valued by my department and decided to look seriously into teaching post-GCSE students. This would also allow me to work much closer to home, which is attractive as my DC are small and I don't want to miss out on stuff like nativity plays or parent's evenings if I can help it.
My hope is to be able to teach at a local 6th form college, ideally part time. Not spending three hours a day commuting would make a big difference to my life for a start.
I was hoping some of you would have some words of advice on the potential of this plan.
I also am unsure as to what qualifications are needed- I think I already have the relevant certificate from working at university level. However I think my experience of lecturing may not prepare me for teaching A level and was wondering how to get some relevant experience in this direction too. Private tutoring springs immediately to mind but it's not quite the same as classroom teaching, is it?
Any comments on this plan gratefully accepted!
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