Stress-Free Sub Plans: Easy Tips for a Smooth Classroom Takeover
A day off for a teacher is not easy. There is so much that goes into planning for a missed day of school. I remember spending hours prepping for just one day off because of an appointment or because one of my own kids was sick. In this article, I am going to provide a few simple things you can do to make taking a day off a little easier.
Education and Teaching Books for New Teachers
Reading educational and teaching books is important because it provides a way to gain knowledge, deepen your understanding of topics and develop teaching skills. Here are some books for new teachers as they begin their journey as a teacher.
Classroom Management – Start with the Small Stuff
Let me be honest – classroom management has never been my strong suit. I am soft! I admit it! As a young teacher I loved my students and I just wanted them to “like” me. I couldn’t be “mean”. Big mistake! I am also soft spoken so getting students to “hear” me was difficult. Being tough just didn’t come naturally, but slowly year after year I learned and improved.
Managing Reading Rotations and Small Groups: A Guide for Teachers
As I have observed and discussed with my various mentees over the past few years, managing reading rotations and small groups in the classroom has been a recurring topic of conversation. Every teacher has different styles and ways to organize and manage their classroom. I’ve learned that routines and consistency do not always come easily. In this article, I will provide an example of how to structure and organize your daily reading rotations.