As a young girl, the thought of becoming a teacher never crossed my mind. Yet, looking back, I can’t express enough gratitude for finding my way into the classroom. My journey may not be uncommon, echoing stories you’ve likely heard before. During college, nursing school seemed like my destined path. However, a turning point arose…
This year I am heading into my 8th year in the classroom. I’ve gained valuable insights from trying different approaches—some successful, others not so much. For those of you beginning your teaching journey, I have essential advice and tips to offer. While there are numerous…
As a teacher, one of the most important actions you can take is to establish a solid connection with your students’ parents. While this may seem daunting, especially if you are a new teacher with a heap of responsibilities, building strong teacher-parent relationships is an…
The first year of a teacher’s career holds immense significance as it can set the tone for their future success or challenges. Remarkably, statistics reveal that 1 out of every 3 teachers decide to leave the teaching profession entirely within their first five years. This…