[She thanks him quietly before she moves over and sits down in his offered chair neatly, a tiny smile on her face as she now gets a better look at the work on his desk.]

The work really just keeps coming. But this doesn't look bad at all! I think you've organised it well. [He might be a little more eager than he lets up, as compared to other teachers.]

I have time now, would you like me to help? I may not be able to help with the progress reports, since we know all of the students want to know what Elmott thinks of them. [LET'S BE HONEST, COME ON. They love him and seek his approval.] But I can help with the lesson plans.