Helpful Tips and Encouragement
Six Ways to Help Shy Students Feel Comfortable
Whether they are an introvert or just a bit shy, dealing with a quiet child can be a challenge. Here are six things you can do as a teacher to reach out and make students feel more at ease in your classroom.
What to Do When Your Principal Doesn’t Like You
Responding to your principal with kindness, and seeking two-way communication that speaks their language and seeks to understand should go a long way in mending your relationship.
Welcoming Parents to Come and Observe
Having parents visit the classroom can be a great experience. It can also be nerve-wracking. Will the parents treat you as a valuable part of their child’s life or blame you for their child’s problems?
Keys to a Warm and Inviting Classroom
First impressions could steer your school year in the right direction.
Four Tips for a Positive Classroom Environment
When designing my room, I want my students to enter, breathe a sigh of relief, and know they are in a safe and supportive space.
Four Ways to Help Students Regulate Their Emotions
Because students deal with so many social, emotional, and mental issues, in addition to overworked school schedules, it’s hard for them to get a handle on the emotions these issues create. This is most evident within a classroom setting.
Balancing the Student’s Best Interests with Parental Requests
A 2022 British Council survey found that 79 percent of parents in Wales said teachers play a vital role in society. That’s got to make teachers feel good.
A Substitute’s Story: When Flu Took Out the Teachers
Entering a classroom unexpectedly can cause anxiety for all involved. Children may respond with confusion, fear, or misbehavior. Use a calm voice, even if you feel nervous and uncertain. Your confidence will assure the students and set the tone for the day.
When I was the New Kid on Staff
Joining a new organization can be exciting, providing a fresh start, and hopefully, new friends. Yet, being a newcomer on an educational team also has its drawbacks.
Five Ways Teachers Can Make the Most of Their Summer
If you’re a teacher who is looking for new ideas for those months when you’re not in the classroom, try these five ideas:
15 Interesting Facts About U.S. Teachers
We can gain a lot of insight when we consider some of the statistics of our teachers here in the United States. Take a look at these facts from 2023 and see if anything surprises you.
Knowing When It’s Time to Retire
Knowing when it is time to retire is not always easy. The following thoughts can help us know when it’s time to retire.
