If you've graduated from university and found yourself moving swiftly into a full-time teaching role then you might be fretting about what's to come. You've already had two full weeks in the classroom and you're slowly learning what it's like to have responsibility over 15-30 children.
Beginning your teaching career isn't easy, there is definitely a significant bedding in period and only experience in a classroom will mould you into a great teacher. Beyond experience here are a few tips that might help you along your way.
Remember Who The Adult Is
You're the adult, don't allow a pupil / student to tempt you into a power struggle. There is no possible way that your student can win, you know that, so why even bother? Make the call and deal with the situation as you see fit in order to get your lesson back on track.
Don't forget the 7 Ps
My father was a Sergeant in the Royal Air Force and taught me the Military adage they use in training. 'Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents _____ Poor Performance'. I'm sure you can fill in the blanks.
The point is that your preparation is key, whether you want to do it on a Friday evening (I wouldn't either!) Or on a Sunday night. Spending the necessary time to prepare yourself for the teaching week will get you organised and help you no-end in the early stages.
Capitalise On Student-Teacher Relationship Fractures
In an ideal world, you'd have a positive, friendly and efficient working relationship with each and every one of your students, if only... Undoubtedly you will come into contact with difficult students from time-to-time; however, employing a decent level of tact will get the student raring to get into your good books. A public display of forgiveness will also go a long way with the rest of your class.
You'll Make Mistakes - Accept It!
You, just like every teacher before you, will experience disappointments in your teaching career. You might feel pathetic and eager to throw in the towel, but you're not alone. Ask any of the experienced staff around you and you'll discover that EVERY teacher makes mistakes. The most important thing is being able to accept your mistake and learn from it moving forward.
Beginning your teaching career isn't easy, there is definitely a significant bedding in period and only experience in a classroom will mould you into a great teacher. Beyond experience here are a few tips that might help you along your way.
Remember Who The Adult Is
You're the adult, don't allow a pupil / student to tempt you into a power struggle. There is no possible way that your student can win, you know that, so why even bother? Make the call and deal with the situation as you see fit in order to get your lesson back on track.
Don't forget the 7 Ps
My father was a Sergeant in the Royal Air Force and taught me the Military adage they use in training. 'Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents _____ Poor Performance'. I'm sure you can fill in the blanks.
The point is that your preparation is key, whether you want to do it on a Friday evening (I wouldn't either!) Or on a Sunday night. Spending the necessary time to prepare yourself for the teaching week will get you organised and help you no-end in the early stages.
Capitalise On Student-Teacher Relationship Fractures
In an ideal world, you'd have a positive, friendly and efficient working relationship with each and every one of your students, if only... Undoubtedly you will come into contact with difficult students from time-to-time; however, employing a decent level of tact will get the student raring to get into your good books. A public display of forgiveness will also go a long way with the rest of your class.
You'll Make Mistakes - Accept It!
You, just like every teacher before you, will experience disappointments in your teaching career. You might feel pathetic and eager to throw in the towel, but you're not alone. Ask any of the experienced staff around you and you'll discover that EVERY teacher makes mistakes. The most important thing is being able to accept your mistake and learn from it moving forward.