STEM Online experience Review
at Teach First
Internship (1 Month+)
Teaching
Cardiff
Review Submitted: August 2021
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Experience
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Company Culture
5/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the virtual experience and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
The experience was set out over a a few days with a 9-5 layout. We would start with an icebreaker and a little chat at the beginning and then go on to have various sessions with multiple different people at teach first. The lessons covered all aspects of how to be a good teacher from lesson planning to engaging with students. We would do tasks in groups of students to practice the skills we learnt.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was extremely valuable. It has helped me plan for my future career and understand the options I have and capabilities I possess to do different things.
Please rate how insightful you found the virtual experience
5/5
How would you rate the structure of the virtual experience
5/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
Absolutely. The experience was invaluable. I’ve learnt skills in lesson planning, how to manage a classroom, how to engage with students and so much more. I’ve developed existing skills of leadership and how to communicate effectively in the workplace. As someone who is quite shy and self conscious with presentations, teaching was a little daunting for me. After the experience I felt like I could teach with confidence and do it very well.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
5/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
5/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the virtual experience
5/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The culture and atmosphere was extremely welcoming and supportive. During the whole experience I felt very taken care of. There was always someone if not multiple people available to talk about concerns, everyone was extremely friendly and upbeat and the structure of the experience allowed for breaks and time to talk to other participants which was great and helped me feel like I was part of a group and not alone.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
5/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your virtual experience?
5/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the virtual experience?
I absolutely loved it. It was amazing and I would do it again. I would definitely recommend it to anyone even minimally interested in teaching as it’s so good and engaging that anyone will leave with a feeling of wanting to teach, regardless of whether they went in with that feeling or not. The skills learnt are also extremely valuable and the ability to practice multiple times throughout was amazing and helped a lot.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the virtual experience
5/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
5/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was not paid or reimbursed expenses
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Teach First
5/5
Would you recommend Teach First to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Teach First
Do it. If you’re feeling anxious or nervous you don’t need to! They support you throughout the whole process and help you achieve your potential. Even if you’re unsure about whether you want to teach or not this course is amazing and will help you understand if teaching is for you or not. If you have any concerns get in touch with the teach first team. They are so lovely and supportive!
