Reading Practice (Green Teacher)

 What is one of the main reasons Hollie became a teacher?

• To earn a high salary

• To teach children about the world we live in

• To have long summer vacations

• To work in an office environment

Which initiative in Scotland focuses on teaching children about their environment and sustainability?

• Climate Action Plan

• Learning for Sustainability

• Industrial Revolution Initiative

• Technology for Tomorrow

 What skills are children in Scotland taught as part of Learning for Sustainability?

• Advanced Robotics

• Biodegradable

• Rocket Science

• Virtual Reality

What is the role of eco-monitors in Hollie's school?

• Teaching advanced mathematics

• Ensuring lights and taps are switched off properly

• Leading sports clubs

• Conducting music lessons

How did Hollie become a teacher?

• By winning a contest

• By completing a four-year teaching degree

• By inheriting the position

• By working in a different industry

Besides a teaching degree, what other route can one take to become a teacher?

• Engineering degree

• Nursing degree

• Law degree followed by teaching certification

• Another degree followed by a teaching postgrad

What are some roles in schools that do not require a university degree?

• Headteacher

• Learning support and classroom assistant

• Curriculum developer

• School psychologist

What opportunities are there for progression within teaching?

• No opportunities for progression

• Only opportunities to teach abroad

• Progression to senior leadership roles, headship, or other educational paths

• Limited to teaching in one school for the entire career

Why does Hollie find teaching rewarding?

• Due to high salary

• Because of the long vacations

• Seeing the positive impact she can make on children

• Because of the prestige associated with the profession

What does Hollie suggest for anyone considering a career in teaching?

• Go for a career in finance instead

• Pursue a career in fashion

• Pursue a career in medicine instead

• Go for a teaching career as it is rewarding