Tariq is a new teacher who completed a MAT program to get certified. He started as a substitute and was then hired to take over a class mid-term in a small, remote upstate town. As a new teacher, he focuses on using inquiry-based approaches when possible within time constraints. He teaches a variety of learners and works to keep them engaged using technology like PowerPoint, while closely monitoring classroom management. Safety is a top priority, especially in science classes where equipment is used. Tariq is looking forward to continuing his teaching career and extending his professional network.

1. Who is Tariq?

2. Pre-MAT
• Clinical Research and
Pharmaceutical Product Support
• Was always interested in
teaching but took the leap when
a teacher told me about the
details of completing a teaching
certification program

3. During the MAT Program
• It wasn’t easy but after I found a school,
started completing observation hours
• Began working as a substitute
• Eventually was hired to take over for a teacher
who left mid term
• Currently in a small remote town in upstate
looking for signs of life

4. Style of Teaching
• I was fortunate enough to take a class
when a teacher left midterm I tried to
implement the ideas we are learning
at ESC
• Focused on the inquiry based
approach as much as possible (as the
speaker during our last secondlife
meeting mentioned, sometimes you
are just pressed for time)
• Tried to create engaging activities
while keeping a close eye on
classroom management

5. School I worked with
• Variety of learners
• Some are actively engaged while
others require constant prodding
• 21st century technology available but
there are constraints (teacher
responsible for monitoring student
activity on internet, large classroom
size)
• Made use of PowerPoint and
handouts in class

6. Science is Fun
• Safety comes first
• As a sub learned to go over rules
100 times before letting anyone
touch the equipment
Safety Goggles First

7. Looking forward
• Looking forward to another
semester
• Met great future teachers while in
the program
• Looking ahead to extending my
professional network and finding
opportunities that lie ahead