Some of the most famous authors and poets have indirectly impacted the world in one way or another, through the use of their literary works. Whether it is opening oneself to the philosophies or ideologies of the author, or improving an individual's English comprehension and composition skills. For example authors such as Harper Lee; the novelist of “To Kill A Mockingbird” depicted through her book the unfair and inhumane treatment of African-Americans in the American South. It's hard to believe that at one time, these world-famous authors and poets were once prodigies of English literature teachers. And in this research paper, we will examine the role that English literature teachers play in the past, present and future generations of the world. In addition to the educational and professional experience required to become a secondary school teacher, a teacher must not only be able to teach well and follow the curriculum of the subject being taught, but they must also be able to inspire, motivate and discipline his students. Above all a great teacher of English literature. A “good” English literature teacher will teach their student the basics of grammar, composition and structure, and then the application of English writing. But a great teacher of English literature will forever have a lasting impact on his disciple, a great teacher will be able to arouse in his students a genuine interest in the mechanisms of English literature. An English teacher has the advantage of eventually motivating his students to become one of the next most influential speakers, writers, poets, celebrities or artists in the world. People never seem to realize the power and importance of words and their composition; words can have the power to move a nation, and words and ...... middle of paper ...... Bachelor's and master's degrees in education or English. I wholeheartedly believe that a qualification on a piece of paper does not give someone the skills to become a teacher. The greatest teachers in my experience have always treated the curriculum the same way a skilled tailor treats a hanger. It's a useful tool to use, but something that needs embellishment to be made relevant. My best teacher and my favorite class since I entered high school have always been my English teachers. For what? Because these teachers did not rely on the curriculum provided by the school, as a crutch to make their students succeed in English. rather, it was because they aroused real interest among their students in the topics covered. These teachers are intelligent, insightful, creative, hard-working, and simply magnificent. They have all inspired and motivated me to become an excellent educator myself..