Remember writing long, insanely descriptive lesson plans for every college course?! Felt like torture sometimes, amiright?! It’s your class now, and I know what you’re thinking – “I don’t need to write ALL OF THAT DOWN!” You can function with post-its, think on your feet, and be fine! I will
In this blog post, I’ll share 7 truths to live by as you navigate going from preservice teacher to first-year teacher.
Celebrate! I am so proud of you! You’re a first-year teacher! Take a deep breath, hold it for a second, and when you exhale, give it a good exhale. YOU DID THIS! THAT’S RIGHT, SAY IT!! I DID IT! Through the coursework, the juggling of life and school, and standing
You’ve done your homework, and today is your big day! INTERVIEW TIME! This blog post is short and sweet; we’re going to talk about what to do on the day of your teaching interview, and these are some final tips for you to close out this interview journey. By now,
Through a racing heart and sweaty palms, you’re finally near the end of the interview! Deep breath in. The last question: “Do you have any questions for me?” You know it’s proper etiquette to have at least 1-2 questions to ask at the end of your teaching interview. This question
Congratulations! If you’re here with me right now, you’ve either gotten a job interview or are preparing to find the job of your dreams. You might even be wondering, “What are the most common teacher interview questions?” In this blog post, we’re going to walk you through some of the
How’s student teaching going? As you’ve observed and implemented throughout the weeks, there’s an unfortunate likelihood that you’ve become overwhelmed. Today, in this blog post, I’ll focus on some of the key student teaching goals you want to work towards as you deepen your pedagogical knowledge and teaching practice. I
The time has come, and your learning is underway! Now, you’re looking for student teaching tips to help you make the most of your current situation! Well, look no further; I’ve got what you’re looking for! Each preservice teacher (or future teacher) participates in student teaching, and every experience is
Student teaching is the most important of your teaching curricula. It serves as a hands-on experience that fulfills your teaching certification. Every textbook you’ve read, and every plan you’ve practiced writing can now be implemented! During your practicum, you’ll observe, plan, prepare, and reflect. You’ll develop lesson plans and tweak
Of all the things that are covered in college courses, how to prepare for student teaching is NOT one of them. So, let me help you!
