Teaching:
Preparing for the first year and beyond
Some ideas on what to do
- Plan ahead
- Stay organized. Have kids help with this
- Keep students busy
- Create rewards/consequences system and stick to it
- Set up the room in a way that is fun and inviting, but minimizes distractions
- Keep students busy and having fun
- Be flexible
- Find a mentor and do not be afraid to ask for help!
Get Organized!
Don't forget the kids can help you to keep your room organized! Teach them where everything goes and expect them to put it there.
Find a Mentor!
Do not be afraid to ask a mentor for help! You are not in this alone, and asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Remember Why You Wanted to Teach!
You are helping these children to grow and blossom!