What Every New Teacher Really Needs to Know
Veteran teacher Shannon Hazel shares the lessons she learned from more than two decades in the classroom to help prepare new teachers for the realities of a career in education.
If you’re new to teaching and want to save yourself time, frustration, and sleep-then New Teacher Confidential is for you.
In this book you’ll learn:
· How genuine connections with students can be used to minimize undesirable behavior and increase student success.
· The ingredients for establishing a productive learning environment.
· Easy-to-use strategies for stress-free communication with parents.
· The dos and don’ts for fostering an effective working relationship with your administrator.
· Ways to navigate the swinging pendulum in education and avoid burnout.
· Steps for finding balance between home and school.
Shannon Hazel has been a respected teacher, special education specialist, and instructional coach over her twenty-five years in education. She is also the founder of teacher EDU, a learning community for teachers. Visit teacheredu.ca to learn more.
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LESSON #1: Find Your People: Teacher Friends and Collaboration Partners are Key to Survival
Mentors
Grade Partners
Different Grade Level or Specialist Teachers
Other Education Workers in Your School
Teacher Friends
Community Partners
LESSON #2: Your Classroom Can Run Itself: Utilizing Structure, Routines, and Organization to Create a Productive Learning Environment
The Physical Environment
Classroom Seating and Learning Areas
Classroom Nooks
Classroom Decor and Wall Space
Developing Flow
Classroom Organization, Systems and Routines
Visual Schedule and Timetables
The First Two Weeks
LESSON #3: Kids Don’t Learn from Teachers They Don’t Like: Connecting with Students Is the Best Classroom Management Strategy
Every Child Has a Story
All Behaviour Is a Form of Communication
What Is Teacher-Student Connection and Why Does It Matter?
Connection Before Learning
Connection Before Redirection or Compliance
Connection Before Discipline
What Did You Need as a Child?
The Opportunity to Make a Difference
LESSON #4: Parents Are Essential to Student Success: Stress-Free Parent Communication and Involvement
Establishing Communication Early in the School Year
Communicate Often
Which Format Is Best?
Navigating Difficult Conversations
No Parent Likes Surprises
Not All Parent Communication Needs a Response
The 24-Hour Rule
Asking Questions and Listening to Understand
When to Loop in Your Administrator
Home-School Partnerships
LESSON #5: Never Ask Your Principal If They Have a Minute: Fostering a Professional Relationship with Your Administration
Laying the Foundation
The Role of Administrators
Administrators Are Regular People
Ask For What You Need
Involving Them in Your Classroom
Consult Your Colleagues Often
When and How to Communicate
When the Relationship Breaks Down
Teacher Evaluations
LESSON #6: Yes, it Is Nice to Have the Summers Off: Working in the Public Sector and Navigating Other People’s Opinions
What are Public Servants?
How Does This Affect Me?
Traditional Media
Social Media
Understanding What Is Happening and Correcting Misinformation
The Emotional Impact
Lean on Your Teacher Friends
The Other Noise
LESSON #7: The Only Constant in Education Is Change: Navigating the Swinging Pendulum as a Teacher
Working and Learning Environment
Curriculum, Mandates, and Initiatives
Research, Resources, and Best Practices
Change Fatigue
Navigating Change
LESSON #8: It’s Your Job, Not Your Life: Establishing a Work / Life Balance
In the Beginning
This Is Not Sustainable
Learning to Let Go
Real vs Perceived Expectations
Setting Boundaries Around Your Working Hours
Setting Boundaries Around Communication
Re-Establishing Your Priorities
Prioritizing Your Physical and Mental Health
Taking Care of Yourself Makes You a Better Teacher
LESSON #9: Teaching and Learning Are Supposed to Be Fun: Hitting Your Groove and Finding Joy in Education
Cultivating Your Mindset
Teaching Is an Incredible Gift
Enjoy the Little Things Because They Really Are the Big Things
LESSON #10: You’ve Got This: A Letter to New Teachers
Sobre o autor
Shannon Hazel is a recently-retired public school teacher and the author of the upcoming book New Teacher Confidential: What They Didn’t Tell You About Being a Teacher. Over her 25-year career, she was a K-8 teacher, special education specialist and instructional coach for teachers. During that time, she was actively involved in the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario and mentored many new teachers. In 2023, Shannon was recognized for her leadership and advocacy work for students by the Council for Exceptional Children. She is the founder of teacher EDU.ca, an online community where teachers learn, connect, collaborate, and grow their capacity as educators. Shannon is the mother of two young adults, a dog parent and a longtime fan of the Kansas City Chiefs.Mais ebooks do mesmo autor(es) / Editor
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