Helpful Gear
A teacher is only as good as his/her teaching supplies! Each of these items is an investment and a tax write-off, since you will be using them for business purposes.
After passing your interview, Palfish will give you 100 ¥ (about $15) to buy props and equipment.
A teacher is only as good as his/her teaching supplies! Each of these items is an investment and a tax write-off, since you will be using them for business purposes.
After passing your interview, Palfish will give you 100 ¥ (about $15) to buy props and equipment.
Tablet Holder
This is really essential for making sure your device doesn't wobble during class, which can lead to complaints! Make sure you have something to securely prop up your device. |
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Finger Puppets
This is a must for passing your interview and working with younger children. Often, the kids will be shy and scared (you might be the first white or black person they've ever seen!) and puppets are a really great way to get them speaking English with you. This set is super cheap and has a Panda, the national animal of China. |
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Stylus
A stylus is a lot neater than your finger - perfect for playing games like Hangman with your more advanced students! I also use it to help with students' handwriting, and honestly it just looks more professional. |
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Clownfish Puppet
The Palfish logo is a clownfish, and the kids love it when I pull mine out in class. It's not totally necessary, but it definitely makes your classroom memorable and will boost your "cool factor" among the younger students. Sometimes, finger puppets are just too small! |
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iPad
Yes, an iPad is expensive. I recommend buying an iPad after you pass your interview; most teachers use their phone starting out. However, you'll quickly find that squinting at such a small screen gives you a lot of eye pain. Trust me - it's worth every penny. Also, it's a tax write-off! :-) |
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Headset
You'll want something comfortable with a high-quality microphone. Remember, your voice is your greatest asset! This is an extremely comfortable, noise-isolating headset that will last you a long time. It isn't cheap, but it's something that you'll be using every day. |
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