(Update 2026) IELTS Speaking Part 1 Topic Teachers

Answer 1: Yes, I definitely have a favorite teacher from my high school. He was patient, knowledgeable and always willing to guide us whenever we met difficulties in our studies. His teaching style was also lively and easy to follow.

Answer 2: Sure, I do. I have a favorite teacher who left a deep impression on me. Not only did he teach textbook knowledge well, but he also gave me lots of useful advice on life and personal growth.

Answer 1: No, I don’ t really want to become a teacher in the future. I respect teachers a lot, but I prefer to work in other fields that match my personal interests. I hope to develop my career in a totally different industry later on.

Answer 2: Yes, I’ve always dreamed of being a teacher someday. I enjoy communicating with young people and sharing knowledge with others.
Besides, I think being a teacher is a meaningful and respectable job in society.

Answer 1: Absolutely. I still clearly remember my junior high school teacher even now. He was very responsible and always encouraged us to keep working hard. His words have influenced me a lot until today.

Answer 2: Yes, I do. There is one teacher from my childhood that I can never forget. He was very caring and treated every student equally. I still feel grateful for what he did for me in those days.

Answer 1 : Not really. I’ve lost contact with most of my primary school teachers after graduation. We went our separate ways, and we don’t have many chances to meet or chat with each other nowadays.

Answer 2: Yes, I still keep in touch with one of my primary school teachers. We occasionally chat on social media during festivals, and we share simple greetings and life updates from time to time.

Answer 1: My favorite teacher has helped me in many ways. He patiently explained difficult knowledge to me when I fell behind in study, and he also encouraged me to build confidence whenever I felt upset or doubted myself.

Answer 2: Apart from improving my academic performance, my favorite teacher also guided me on how to behave properly. He taught me how to manage my time wisely and get along well with others, which benefits me a lot in daily life.

Answer 1:
My favorite teacher is my Master’s degree supervisor when I was in graduate school.

She is a middle-aged lady in her 40s. She worked as an interpreter after she graduated from BFSU, and has been to many countries.

She is nice to her students and we enjoy hearing her share her wide experience and knowledge with us.

Answer 2:
Yes, I have a favorite teacher. My favorite teacher currently teaches me Chemistry, and I think that he is very skilled and experienced in what he does.

He is able to explain complex concepts in an engaging and understandable manner, which has helped me improve my learning and knowledge by leaps and bounds.

Answer 1:
Honestly speaking, I don’t wanna be a teacher in the future. I have a secure job and it is fun. But teaching English outside of work is an interesting job for a side hustle.

Answer 2:
I would not want to be an elementary school teacher because I’m not very good with young children.

However, I would love to be a high school teacher or a professor at universities because I can focus on guiding them towards a profession or career. I think that suits my personality better.

In my opinion, the role of a teacher who can offer sound guidance and support to young people is priceless and if I have a chance to be one, I will.

Answer 3:
Yes, definitely. Truth to be told, it’s always on my to-do list to
become an English teacher. For starters, I have a great sense of responsibility and I am quite passionate/enthusiastic about teaching.

Also, helping others make great progress in learning can give me a great sense of achievement.

In my mind, being a teacher is a fulfilling and rewarding career choice.

Answer 4:
Not really. I don’t think being a good teacher is an easy job.

For one thing, teaching can be a challenging profession that requires a lot of patience and hard work.

For another, you have to be patient, you have to be responsible enough, sometimes, you have to control your temper even you are quite angry with naughty students.

I would rather choose other interesting professions/ occupations, like being a doctor or a lawyer.

Yes, there’s one teacher I still remember clearly, my primary school math teacher.
Although he was quite strict, he was very dedicated and helped me build a solid foundation in math, which I really appreciate now.

Not really.
I’ve lost contact with most of them over time, mainly because we all have our own lives now. However, I still feel grateful for what they taught me.

She helped me not only with my English skills but also with my confidence.
She always encouraged me to speak up in class, even when I made mistakes, which really improved my communication skills.

Answer 1:
I’ve met plenty of good teachers growing up. One of them that grabs in my mind is my high school math teacher.

I was once doing poorly in math because I was anxious about it. But my teacher was really patient and she gave catch-up classes for me and students who had fallen behind after school.

I really appreciate her helping with my math.

Answer 2:
Yes, my all-time favorite teacher is Miss Lee, who taught me maths in primary school, unlike other teachers just spoon-fed students, she used to inspire us and encourage us to think out of the box.

Well, I did learn a lot in her vivid and useful lessons. Until now, we still keep in touch with each other.

Answer 1:
I’ve forgotten their name or what they looked like. It gets so confusing. But I’m quite sure that they are really good teachers, professional and nice to all kids.

Answer 2:
I cannot remember much about them because it has been so long.

However, I have a good impression of all of them. They were very responsible and worked hard to guide us in the right direction and keep us out of trouble.

Overall, they were respectful individuals.

Yes, I do. He is my English teacher in my senior high school, and we called him Johnson. He is my favorite teacher, because he is super humorous and he had a unique way of making complex grammar rules and literature seem interesting and relevant to our daily lives.
He is not good-looking, I have to say. But his knowledge and funny way of teaching make him popular in my school.

Honestly, not at the moment.
Although I respect teachers a lot, I feel that the job comes with a lot of responsibility and pressure.
I’d rather choose a career that allows more flexibility and personal space.

It’s definitely a possibility l’ve considered. Having so many positive impacts that teachers like Johnson had on my life has been very inspiring. Being a teacher would allow me to share my knowledge, inspire others, and make a difference in the lives of young students.
However, I’m also exploring other career paths that align with my interests and skills. Ultimately, it depends on where my passion and opportunities lead me in the future.

Unfortunately, I’m not in direct contact with my primary school teachers anymore,
mainly due to the busy schedules and changing life circumstances. However, I do occasionally hear updates about them from my parents or classmates who might still be in touch.
I hope we could have a reunion party sometime, so that we can rebuild our connection probably.

Well, firstly, he motivated me to improve my English proficiency, not just for exams but also for personal growth. Also, he encouraged me to participate in
debates and speech contests, which boosted my confidence and public speaking skills.
Perhaps most importantly, he inspired me to pursue English literature as a subject of interest, which has since become a passion of mine.