Classroom economy: My classroom management system
Learn how I set up and manage my classroom economy (and how it supports my classroom management).
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How does student teaching work? Understanding the process and responsibilities
How does student teaching work? Learn about expectations, benefits, tips for success, and answers to common questions. Discover what to expect as a student teacher and how classroom management strategies, lesson plans, and cooperating and mentor teachers play a role in the experience.
Read MoreHow does student teaching work? Understanding the process and responsibilities5 Teacher interview outfit ideas to land your dream job
Trying to put together a teacher interview outfit but feeling unsure of what to wear to a teacher interview? Keep reading for outfit ideas and outfit inspo to help you land your teaching interview! BTW: This post contains affiliate links.…
Achieving success in student teaching: strategies and tips
Student teaching is an essential step for aspiring educators to gain hands-on experience in the classroom before becoming a certified teacher. It is an opportunity for future teachers to apply the theories and techniques learned in their education program and…
12 Amazing tips: How to prepare for teacher interview
Teaching interviews are so stressful. And, if you’ve landed one, you’ve likely googled “how to prepare for teacher interview.” Well, I may not be Google, but I am here to offer 12 steps for success in your interview! While I…
Meet the teacher template for the first day of school
Whether it’s the start of a new school year or your first day of a practicum, this meet the teacher activity is excellent for getting to know your students’ names and interests quickly. And they get to know you as…
Last day of school: Teacher evaluation activity
Whether you are new to teaching or have been at it for years, reflecting on your practice is an important part of growth. Giving your students the chance to complete a year-end evaluation of your teaching is a fun way…
Supporting social emotional learning in elementary
Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults develop the skills and capacity to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, and establish and maintain positive relationships. In…
10 Tips for success in your teaching practicum
Are you a student teacher who is completing their practicum requirement? Firstly, congratulations! This part of your journey is so exciting, but may also be intimidating (and it definitely was for me). To help you feel comfortable and confident before…
Informal educational assessment: Exit tickets
Exit tickets are quick formative assessment tools that you can use in your elementary classroom. This is a great way to check your student’s understanding, emphasize key takeaways from your lesson, and help you plan extension activities or differentiated instruction…