Sample letters to parents
I always send parents an email on or before the first day of school so they know how to contact me and what to expect. As a new teacher you might be wondering what...
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Creating consistency in classroom procedures
As a new teacher, you are likely asking yourself: how do I create consistency in classroom procedures? One of the most important aspects of the first lessons of the year and the planning of...
Planning beyond the first day
Thinking about planning beyond the first day of school and through the rest of the year can be immensely intimidating. You spent hours planning day one. How can you possibly make it through 179...
Setting up classroom expectations/”rules”
My first year of teaching, I’d just come out of a Teacher’s Ed program that was all about giving the students a stake in their own behavior. My first two years, I let students...
PLANNING FOR THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Now that your classroom is set up you, should be able to sit comfortably in your space and get to work planning for the first day of school. Be prepared to attend a plethora...
Teaching Pre-Service Week Free Printable Check List
Print out the pre-service week check list (free download below) and tape it to your desk so you can check off each task as you go. For in depth explanations of each step see...
13 Must do Tasks during Pre-service Week
Make sure to get the following 13 tasks done during the pre-service week. 1. Find the best place for your desk I recommend using a large desk if you have the option. My first...
You’ve signed a teaching contract. Now what?
Okay, so you’ve taken a job, signed a contract, and it’s a done deal. Now what? In most school systems you’ll go through the traditional Hepatitis test, the fingerprinting, and the background check (the...
Teach Better Team Podcast
I recently had the opportunity to chat with the Teach Better Team about motivating new teachers, changing the narrative around teaching, & pushing through fear. Here are all the places you can check it...
First year teacher documentary
Recommended viewing I highly recommend that future teachers watch this first year teacher documentary by Kansas State College of Education. Nothing will help ease your new teacher fears better than seeing that others have...