About Me
What's your Minecraft Username?:
Galeiboef2
(Galeiboef)
What's your Discord username?:
@Galeiboef
What's your Time Zone?:
UTC+1
Activity schedule:
Due to a very light daily schedule I've got quite a bit of time on my hands.
Galeiboef2
(Galeiboef)
What's your Discord username?:
@Galeiboef
What's your Time Zone?:
UTC+1
Activity schedule:
Due to a very light daily schedule I've got quite a bit of time on my hands.
Monday 7am->9am 11am>5 pm 7pm>11pm | Tuesday 7am->9am 11am>5 pm 7pm>11pm | Wednesday 7am->9am 11am>5 pm 7pm>11pm | Thursday 7am->9am 11am>5 pm 7pm>11pm | Friday 7am->9am 11am>5 pm 7pm>11pm | Saturday 7am->11am 7pm>11pm | Sunday 7am->11am 7pm>11pm |
Provide any link(s) to previous applications:
[Accepted] https://schoolrp.net/threads/galeiboefs-psychiatrist-application.86546/
What are your current roles on the server?:
Account 1 - Galeiboef:
[Highschool Grade 12] Gavin Desmond
[Psychiatrist] Anders Lindahl
Account 2 - Galeiboef2:
Valdemar Vinter
Why are Teachers so important to SchoolRP?:
OG; As a pupil I often found there to be a gap in classes during some IRL timeslots, though it has gotten better with recent additions to the team. As the teacher application guide states teachers have a tremendously important role to play within SRP. I'd like to help breathe life into some of the more quiet hours (= early- afternoon European time, I can be very flexible in regards to colleagues) for the players online.
As an ex-IRL English/history teacher I think I can bring just a little extra to make the character of Valdemar to be a great teacher not only in class but also outside of the class.
The teacher's job all greatly transcends the teaching job after all.
Ingame; Teachers are, as stated in the teaching application guide, of the utmost importance to the Karakura town. When new players receive a great class or see teachers interacting with pupils in the hallways they will be more inclined to stick around, growing our community even more. They are the bread- and butter for a large amount of the population's first interaction in the game and many an hour will be spent on the school grounds. The more active teachers the more possibility for players to get develop their characters, learn about the history of the world and Karakura itself. Homework is also an important part of the character development as it is needed to graduate into college.
Do you acknowledge that if you are inactive you may lose your role?:
Yes, this seems very logical.
Do you agree to undergo teacher training if your application is successful?:
Yes, I'm curious as to what it'll bring!
In-Character Section
What's your character's full name?:
Valdemar Vinter
What is your character's nationality?:
Norwegian
What is your preferred subject to teach?:
English
Describe your character:
Valdemar is quite tall at 189 cm. He's 32 and has dark blonde hair and bright blue eyes as a testament to his Norwegian heritage. He looks proper and casual-chique with his shirt which resembles - but is not entirely the same - as a lumberjack shirt.The red and brown tones compliment eachother gracefully, he clearly puts a lot of effort into his look. He looks approachable but can have a stern edge if need be. He is often seen walking with a walking cane, onlookers might find him walk perfectly well without it as well. The stick is rather ornate and is used as an attribute rather than a medical requirement.
*Valdemar seems to relax as he looks into the interviewers' eyes and starts his short life and work history story, he speaks with a clear and perhaps overly formal British accent, despite not being British himself*
"I am the adopted son of a succesful doctor - although I could argue any doctor is succesful - in my home country of Norway and have been trying to find my path in life by asking several people from several factions about their job. I've talked with governors, police officers, doctors, and of course lawyers to find my path in life... I've always tried my very best in school and have always tried to behave in class, trying to help out teachers when and where I could. Something about schools just stuck with me, they felt as a home away from home, so after much deliberation I decided I'd become a teacher.
After highschool I went to university in Uppsala where I specialised in both English and history and I have racked up 8 years of teaching experience in Stockholm. After this I have decided to go abroad and try and find a teaching position there, preferably as an English teacher. I ended up as an English teacher in the outskirts of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, whilst there I studied a little on the side at Cambridge University"
If...if I'm honest, I'm a bit of an idealist. Education is something which can lift people from any stature in society they are in, and bring them up to be outstanding citizens ready to be part of society. This is the sort of education I stand for, the education that far exceeds the classroom. "
What is your character's outlook on students and co-workers?:
*Valdemar nods as if he clearly understands*
"Ahh, yes! Well, we're all here to do our part in the bigger organisation of the school. Co-workers need to be enabled to do their jobs to the fullest and may need help with that (f.ex. if you as a teacher pass by another teacher who just kicked out a pupil, offer to take the pupil away). However...even colleagues have to uphold standards. Safety regulations for the pupils are non-negotiable and they should never be brought into any dangerous situations by staff. We can ask our pupils to obey the rules, but we as staff also bear a great responsibility for those who are in our care, it goes both ways. I do however not accept any form of violence or rule-breaking on the school grounds. Rules are there to be upheld!
Furthermore, pupils are required to be at school during hours, so they best make the best of the time they spend inside the school walls. It is an attitude I have been trying to uphold both in spirit and action, trying to be as helpful as possible both in- and outside class and even outside the school walls. As I always tell my pupils, heroes still exist today, they are not a memory of war periods or the era of Ancient Egypt or Greece! Being a hero is as much in the little everyday deeds as it is in grand gestures! One could even say I'm the male version of Mary Poppins for English, although a bit more strict than she was."
*Valdemar breathes deeply, clearly very content about his answer and radiating passion for the profession*
What is your character's motivation for teaching?:
*Valdemar would smile when hearing this question, sc**** his throat and start answering*
"I've been given second chances in life thanks to the adoption by my father and subsequent attempt to work hard at school and excel in class. I wants to give other pupils a chance to grow as well and look at people and sees their potential in life. Being a teacher is a form of existential art!
English has always fascinated me, because it’s more than just grammar, vocabulary or literature! It’s about communication, creativity, and connection. I was inspired by literature, poetry, and the storytelling traditions of many cultures, and I want to inspire others in the same way. A good English teacher not only helps pupils master language but also teaches them how to think critically, argue persuasively, and imagine freely, all while employing the Queen's English, of course!
The myths of the knights of the round table and King Arthur have also played an important role in my personal morality, I hope to be able to transfer some of this conviction and steadfastness in my pupils.
I think a teacher has to be a subject matter expert first and foremost, but not unimportantly, also a mentor for pupils in order to help them grow up as a responsible adult. That's why a teacher's tasks expand way beyond the classroom and entail the entire school, even if he isn't teaching."
*Valdemar would sc**** his voice slightly, raise an eyebrow and lean forward a bit*
"As a way of ending this interview, would you be so kind as to allow me to ask a question as well?
What, might I ask, is your opinion on fresh scones, clotted cream and jam?"
Roleplay Scenarios
A student in class is struggling to understand the content, what would your character do?:
I would first ask a fellow pupil to try and explain it to them. By explaining pupils gain greater understanding over the matter and having a peer explain things might shift their attitude towards the content a little. Sometimes it perks pupils up a little when a friend (or rival!) from their own class is explaining subject matter to them.
If this still does not work, I'd try and switch it around and try to let the pupil explain to me what they do know about the subject matter, using this as a starting point to know how deep their (lack of) knowledge is. I'd possibly use some of the other periods (study time, lunchbreak or hometime) to help the pupil out. There's also other people in the staff who could help out further if need be.
When I notice several students are struggling with a subject I might take it up into the following class as an introduction. Repetition is key to memorisation!
A student is continuously being disruptive in class, talking out of turn, and making jokes with classmates. What would your character do?:
At the start of every class Valdemar makes the rules clear as a first soft-touch with class management. If students however misbehave, Valdemar will take swift action.
The student will be addressed in person when I am standing next to them. I will give them a second chance which will also be announced at the start of the class. Everyone always gets a second chance.
If they however proceed to disrupt class, they will be sent out. If a student gets removed from class two times, they also get detention. Valdemar will not accept any kind of discussion on behaviour in class, this too will result in removal. Valdemar is just and will uphold the rules but he is also strict. He's heard too much of the darkness crawling around in Karakura's underbelly and he will not stand for it!
Provide at least 2 interactive class ideas related to your preferred subject:
Debate Club Style Lesson
Students are split into teams and given a topic. They must argue for or against it using proper and persuasive language techniques taught in class. This helps build critical thinking, teamwork and communication skills. I would hover near the pupils to find a team that's doing really well and let them show their ability in front of class.
Creative Writing Workshop
Students are given a story prompt and they then have to write short passages and share them aloud. The class will also have to give constructive feedback, this will both encourage creativity, confidence and expression for the speaker/writer and the class will gain the ability to give constructive feedback and also receive feedback.
Both ideas use a minor form of physical movement too, which is encouraged in a theoretical classroom as it keeps the pupils active.
Poetry Types
To start the class off I'd do some explanation and ask about different types of poetry (haiku, limerick, sonnet, ...). Then pupils can try and invent their own, those brave enough can come to the front of the class (or if the class is rowdy I'll pick people out myself).
Prepositions of Place
Because a little grammar here and there never hurts it could be fun to have a look at the prepositions and play a game. The prepositions of place are a lovely subject that's easy to activate the pupils with. Pupils could group up in small groups of 3 and then act out prepositions like "on top of" or "behind" or "in front of". Two pupils could do the acting and one of them could be the judge in the group and decide who's acted it out best. This activity could take place inside the classroom, but also in the hallway or on pretty much any other place in school.
Have you read and understand the Teacher Application Guidance thread?
Yes, I have read it and fully understand and am ready to commit.
I would first ask a fellow pupil to try and explain it to them. By explaining pupils gain greater understanding over the matter and having a peer explain things might shift their attitude towards the content a little. Sometimes it perks pupils up a little when a friend (or rival!) from their own class is explaining subject matter to them.
If this still does not work, I'd try and switch it around and try to let the pupil explain to me what they do know about the subject matter, using this as a starting point to know how deep their (lack of) knowledge is. I'd possibly use some of the other periods (study time, lunchbreak or hometime) to help the pupil out. There's also other people in the staff who could help out further if need be.
When I notice several students are struggling with a subject I might take it up into the following class as an introduction. Repetition is key to memorisation!
A student is continuously being disruptive in class, talking out of turn, and making jokes with classmates. What would your character do?:
At the start of every class Valdemar makes the rules clear as a first soft-touch with class management. If students however misbehave, Valdemar will take swift action.
The student will be addressed in person when I am standing next to them. I will give them a second chance which will also be announced at the start of the class. Everyone always gets a second chance.
If they however proceed to disrupt class, they will be sent out. If a student gets removed from class two times, they also get detention. Valdemar will not accept any kind of discussion on behaviour in class, this too will result in removal. Valdemar is just and will uphold the rules but he is also strict. He's heard too much of the darkness crawling around in Karakura's underbelly and he will not stand for it!
Provide at least 2 interactive class ideas related to your preferred subject:
Debate Club Style Lesson
Students are split into teams and given a topic. They must argue for or against it using proper and persuasive language techniques taught in class. This helps build critical thinking, teamwork and communication skills. I would hover near the pupils to find a team that's doing really well and let them show their ability in front of class.
Creative Writing Workshop
Students are given a story prompt and they then have to write short passages and share them aloud. The class will also have to give constructive feedback, this will both encourage creativity, confidence and expression for the speaker/writer and the class will gain the ability to give constructive feedback and also receive feedback.
Both ideas use a minor form of physical movement too, which is encouraged in a theoretical classroom as it keeps the pupils active.
Poetry Types
To start the class off I'd do some explanation and ask about different types of poetry (haiku, limerick, sonnet, ...). Then pupils can try and invent their own, those brave enough can come to the front of the class (or if the class is rowdy I'll pick people out myself).
Prepositions of Place
Because a little grammar here and there never hurts it could be fun to have a look at the prepositions and play a game. The prepositions of place are a lovely subject that's easy to activate the pupils with. Pupils could group up in small groups of 3 and then act out prepositions like "on top of" or "behind" or "in front of". Two pupils could do the acting and one of them could be the judge in the group and decide who's acted it out best. This activity could take place inside the classroom, but also in the hallway or on pretty much any other place in school.
Have you read and understand the Teacher Application Guidance thread?
Yes, I have read it and fully understand and am ready to commit.
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