33 quick tips that are essential for every beginning teacher – Sourced from http://www.megandredge.com/33-tips-for-beginning-teachers/
- Take care of yourself
- Have fun
- Learn students’ names
- Be organised
- Get to school early
- Ask for help
- Show respect
- Set high expectations
- Be consistent
- Grow professionally
- Laugh at yourself
- Don’t judge students too quickly
- Try something new
- Love learning
- Remember to eat lunch
- Dress appropriately
- Watch other teachers teach
- Manage your classroom confidently
- Act with integrity
- Get to know your colleagues
- Say thank you
- Listen
- Be generous with encouragement
- Create classroom culture
- Follow through on your promises and consequences
- Communicate and connect with parents
- Ask questions
- Admit your mistakes
- Always have a plan B
- Accept yourself
- Network with other beginning teachers
- Remain passionate, no matter what
- Enjoy the journey