What is the perfect formula for your ideal teaching experience as a new teacher? classroom community classroom routines elementary classroom elementary teacher first grade teacher kindergarten teacher second grade teacher teacher organization teacher tips

Becoming a teacher can be an extremely overwhelming and a daunting task. You’ve never done it before, so of course it’s going to be a little scary when you’re first getting started! 

We get stuck wondering things like, “Am I cut out for this?”, “Will I be...

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The Mega List of Must-Do Start of Year Activities for a Captivated Class classroom management classroom routines elementary classroom elementary teacher end of the year first grade teacher kindergarten teacher second grade teacher teacher tips

At the beginning of the new year after winter break, we often get caught up in the whirlwind of familiarity, chaos of getting grounded after break, and getting on track for standardized test season. However, it is important to keep in mind the beginning of the new year is also a time students can...

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4 Limiting Beliefs Holding You Back From Loving Your Class elementary classroom elementary teacher first grade first grade teacher kindergarten teacher second grade teacher teacher tips

A constant thing I see in fellow teachers and something I had to overcome is a lack of confidence when it comes to having authority in the classroom. 

We get stuck thinking things like, “Am I cut out for this?”, “Will they ever listen to me?”or just negative thoughts...

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Ultimate Guide to the End of the Calendar Year for Elementary Teachers classroom management elementary teacher end of the year first grade teacher kindergarten teacher second grade teacher teacher tips

So the end of the calendar is here, it was a little chaotic, and you are ready for a BREAK… How do you end strong before checking out? 

We get stuck wondering things like, “What should I prepare for the new year?” or “How long should I work until I check out?”...

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