Trial Lesson Guide
A sample guide to help teachers understand how a trial lesson should be conducted. Helpful hints that can help.
Code of Conduct
Common rules that should be followed to help avoid misunderstandings between students and teachers.
Do's and Don'ts
To ensure that you understand our system guidelines, this section explains the level of professionalism we expect.
Step 1 Introduction of yourself and teaching style
Bring writing material to take notes about the student's background
It is helpful to know some information about the student beforehand
Practice everyday greetings
Keep the student's learning objectives in mind
Step 2 Test the student's ability to speak
Allow the student opportunities to ask questions
Smile and keep the student interested
Speak slowly and clearly if the student doesn't seem to understand
Keep trial lesson under 30 minutes if possible
Step 3 Finishing
Explain to the student how you would teach him/her based on the trial lesson
Kindly excuse yourself when finishing
Never exchange contact information unless our staff says it is ok
We will contact you regarding the trial lesson within 24 hours
Respect
EigoPass teachers should treat students with the same level of respect that they would expect from others. Professionalism should be practiced in all situations before, after, and during lessons.
Attire
Teachers should dress appropriately for all lessons. Although suits are not required, nothing offensive should be worn to trial lessons and regular lessons. Teachers have the flexibility to discuss with their students on what is appropriate and not appropriate when an understanding between the two of you has been established.
Timeliness
Please be punctual! Lateness is considered an extremely rude act to most students. Therefore, we ask that you please be on time. If in the event that you are running late, inform the student of the situation as soon as possible.
Smoking
Teachers should refrain from smoking during lessons. If the student doesn't like smoking, please choose areas that are smoke free whenever possible during cafe lessons.
Call or email the student in the event that you need to cancel
Be kind and courteous
Prepare for lessons beforehand
Refrain from drinking or smoking during lessons
Have lessons at agreed locations
Cancel a lesson without giving any notice to the student
Use profane or vulger language
Go to the lesson unprepared with nothing to discuss
Have lessons at bars or drinking pubs
Change lesson locations at the last minute
