Why Teach RE?

Because you enjoy working with young people. But also,

Teaching RE gives pupils the opportunity to learn and reflect about the religious experiences of people around the world and through time.

DO YOU EVER THINK ABOUT THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS?

• Does God exist?
• Why is there suffering in the world?
• Is there life after death?
• What is the meaning of life?
• How do various religions respond to a person's search for answers to these questions?

If these questions hold a fascination for you, you will find that teaching RE deals with these questions all the time, and if you like working with young people, teaching RE could be for you.