​Artificial Intelligence is quickly growing every day, which is both impressive but also can seem a bit overwhelming. AI is everywhere and this may leave you wondering could it possibly take over your job one day? The short answer to this is no! We are here to reassure you that you are needed more than ever, and nothing will be able to replace the way a teacher benefits a classroom but AI is a useful tool. 

 Classrooms Aren't Just Content Delivery.

Of course, AI tools like ChatGPT or platforms from Google and Microsoft can definitely create good lesson ideas and quizzes, and sometimes even mark some basic assessments. As much as this is impressive, this can't replace a teacher. Teaching isn't just delivering information; it's reading the room when the energy goes down after lunch and spotting a quiet pupil who is not acting like themselves. It's also managing behaviour and encouraging children when they feel like giving up. AI cannot build trust or truly understand the dynamic of your classroom like you can.

What AI Can Change.

AI can reshape how teachers work, but not whether they work. In UK schools there is already pressure from workload and recruitment challenges, and AI has the potential to reduce time spent on admin work, provide quick assessment tools, help generate adaptable resources and support lesson planning. This is beneficial as it gives teachers more time to focus on what really matters, the pupils. As opposed to AI taking over your job, it will just work hand in hand with you to make your life a bit easier!

Why Teachers Are More Valuable Than Ever.

Ironically, the rise of AI can increase the value of human educators. As technology becomes more involved in daily life, students will need better critical thinking skills, understanding of AI use and digital literacy. Teachers are the ones that they will learn this from, as they guide students on how to question sources and evaluate information. AI produces answers, but teachers are there to help young people ask better questions. Also, education is more than exams, it's about safeguarding, mentoring and role modelling. You can't use AI for a parents evening conversation or the presence of a trusted adult. Schools don't just need subject knowledge; they need real humans to be there to support.

In Conclusion.

You shouldn't be worried about the rise of Artificial Technology taking over your role as a teacher, but you should be prepared. Teachers who thrive in the upcoming years are those that embrace the new tools that they are given and use them as a partner instead of a threat - teachers that understand how to use AI effectively will be in demand. Everything is always evolving, and this is just something that we will get used to and incorporate in our daily lives.