iTeach is a full-time programme. While the online elements of the programme are flexible and can be fitted in around employment, the programme requires trainees to be committed to extensive study. Online tutorials are generally conducted on weekday evenings between 6 pm and 9 pm.
Trainees are required to undertake school placements at different times throughout the year (120 days in total) and it is necessary for all trainees to ensure that they can be available at these times. One week is spent observing in a primary school, and trainees generally undertake three blocks of teaching experience as follows:
- Placement 1: 6 weeks
- Placement 2: 7 weeks
- Placement 3: 10 weeks
Although the programme is available throughout the UK, potential applicants must ensure that they are able to complete the majority of their teaching practice in England. (Subject to conditions, it may be possible to carry out a single block of teaching practice outside England.)
iTeach does not pay for childcare.