
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
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- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
About this book
The quick, comprehensive, and accessible guide that new educators need to make it through the first year and thrive in the profession.
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide provides valuable strategies, activities, and tools you need to succeed in the classroom. Now in its fifth edition, this book meets the needs of today's K-12 teachers, updated with the latest tools, techniques, and topics that aren't addressed in teacher education programs. Inside, you will find practical information on classroom management, professional growth, trauma-informed practices, student engagement, social-emotional learning and more. You'll also get an essential introduction to teaching and learning in an AI-enabled world, as well as maximizing the use of digital tools, devices, and apps. With downloadable forms, templates, and additional resources available online, this book truly supports you as you enter the challenging and rewarding profession of education.
- Get ideas for communicating with concerned parents and caregivers
- Learn tips for maintaining a comfortable work-life balance and prioritizing self-care
- Help your students succeed with tech-integration and personalized instruction
- Maintain a calm, safe classroom with classroom management techniques, apps, and restorative practices
- Discover proven strategies for creating a positive classroom environment and, supportive relationships with students
This must-have guide is filled with the information and tips new K-12 teachers need to face classroom challenges with confidence and thrive in the profession.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Table of Contents
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- About the Author
- Acknowledgments
- About This Survival Guide
- SECTION ONE: Begin Your Professional Journey
- SECTION TWO: Develop Professional Productivity Skills
- SECTION THREE: Collaborate with Colleagues
- SECTION FOUR: Become an Inspiring Classroom Leader
- SECTION FIVE: Start the School Year Strong
- SECTION SIX: Cultivate Positive Classroom Relationships
- SECTION SEVEN: Equity—Meeting the Needs of All
- SECTION EIGHT: Adapt Instruction Through Differentiation
- SECTION NINE: Design and Facilitate Learning
- SECTION TEN: Measure Student Progress with Summative Assessments
- SECTION ELEVEN: Classroom Management and Restorative Practices
- SECTION TWELVE: Prevent and Minimize Disruptive Behavior
- SECTION THIRTEEN: Engage in Responsive Discipline
- SECTION FOURTEEN: How-To Quick Reference Guide to Common Behavior Issues
- A Final Word
- Index
- End User License Agreement