In this heartwarming episode of Talking TESL, we caught up with Alex, a primary teacher who had just completed his fifth year of teaching at two schools in Laval. Alex invites us into his world of teaching, sharing how he has evolved as a pedagogue in this formative beginning stage of his career. He discusses his strategies for lesson planning, devising his schedule, classroom management, and much more. He also shares specific experiences from his classroom, sharing examples of his student interactions and how he builds rapport with his young learners. 

A TESL alumnus, Alex had initially graduated from Concordia in 2014 with a B.A. in English Literature and again in 2018 with a B.Ed. in TESL. Right after graduation, he quickly began teaching at École Alternative L'Envol, where he has been happily teaching for the last 5 years. From a very young age, Alex always had an affinity for the English language — especially literature and grammar rules. He also naturally works well with younger learners. Prior to entering the teaching profession, Alex was a member of his local scouts organization for over 21 years, 11 of which he served as a leader. 

Join us for an inspiring and energizing conversation that highlights the first five years of the teaching profession. Whether you're a TESL student, new teacher, or veteran who has been in the field for decades, this episode is for you.