A Day in the Life of a Teacher at EDClass: Blending Education, Empathy and Innovation

When you imagine a teacher’s day, you might picture a bustling classroom, a whiteboard full of notes, and a line of students waiting for help with homework. But at EDClass, the classroom looks a little different, and so does the role of the teacher.

EDClass is an online alternative provision and remote learning platform that supports vulnerable and disengaged learners across the UK. Here, teachers play a unique and powerful role in re-engaging students through one-to-one support, safeguarding, and tailored learning pathways.

Let’s step into a typical day in the life of a teacher at EDClass.

Logging On & Looking Ahead

Teachers begin their day by logging into the EDClass system, reviewing their timetable, and checking for any safeguarding notes or updates from the previous day. Communication is constant, with Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs), support staff, and other teachers working together to create a safe and structured environment.

A quick scan of the day’s students reveals a mix of learners: some with anxiety or medical needs, others excluded from mainstream school, and a few who are simply more engaged in an online format than in traditional settings.

Live Lessons Begin

Each teacher is scheduled to deliver live one-to-one or small group lessons, tailored to the students’ needs and EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans). These sessions aren’t just about curriculum delivery, they’re about connection.

In the first session of the day, a Year 9 student logs in for their English lesson. They’ve been out of school for several months due to anxiety. The EDClass teacher spends the first few minutes checking in: “How are you feeling today? Did you manage to finish your task from yesterday?” Slowly, trust is built and learning follows.

Supporting Independent Learning

In addition to live teaching, EDClass offers a vast library of recorded lessons and self-paced content. While students work independently, teachers are available via secure chat or video call to provide on-demand support.

It’s not uncommon for a teacher to switch from helping one student with algebra to guiding another through GCSE science questions, each learner receiving individualised attention when they need it.

Safeguarding First

Safeguarding is at the heart of EDClass. Teachers are trained to pick up on subtle cues during calls, to report concerns, and to complete safeguarding documentation meticulously. All online lessons are monitored by the Safeguarding team, in a separate office, they have clear procedures in place to protect all staff and students.

Today, a teacher notices a student seems unusually quiet and withdrawn. After the session, they log a concern in the system, triggering a response from the safeguarding team. At EDClass, every child’s safety comes before any lesson plan.

Planning & Collaboration

Afternoons often include time for planning, curriculum development, or CPD. Teachers collaborate with subject leads, IT teams, and inclusion specialists to design lessons that are engaging and accessible.

Whether it’s building a differentiated quiz, integrating a wellbeing check-in, or adjusting for a SEND learner’s needs, the planning is as creative as it is purposeful.

Final Sessions & Reflections

The last session of the day might be a literacy catch-up with a Key Stage 2 learner or a maths revision class for a Year 11 student preparing for exams. The variety keeps things fresh, no two days are ever the same.

Before logging off, teachers update notes, review student progress, and reflect on the day’s impact. It’s not just about ticking boxes, it’s about knowing they’ve made a real difference.

More Than Teaching: A Mission

Being a teacher at EDClass means wearing many hats: educator, mentor, advocate, listener, and sometimes lifeline. For those who thrive on helping students overcome barriers, the role is as rewarding as it is challenging.

It’s teaching—but not as you know it. It’s education reimagined to meet every learner where they are.

Interested in joining EDClass or learning more about their work with vulnerable students? Visit www.edclass.com to explore opportunities or see how they support schools across the UK.

Watch this video to see what a typical day is like for an EDClass teacher.