A teacher is someone who is qualified to educate learners. An effective teacher understands the needs of all students and ensures they receive quality learning. There are different roles available in teaching for example a Teacher of the Deaf or a mainstream teacher who teaches British Sign Language will need additional language qualifications or equivalent.
We would always recommend that you hold language qualifications 2 levels above the level you wish to teach (if BSL/ISL is your first language you may not need to complete the qualifications, however a teaching qualification is recommended). For example, someone wishing to teach Level 1 Award in British/Irish Sign Language should have at least Level 3 Award in British/Irish Sign Language. It is also recommended that you may need a teaching qualification depending on the educational establishment you chose to work in.
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