You’re probably questioning whether or not you will have a good school year. Well, we can give you a solid answer. The answer is, yes you will have a good school year, even better a great one. To ensure that you have an outstanding school year, we have provided you with 6 tips to do so.
- Decorate your classroom
Changing your classroom environment is an effective way for you to prepare yourself for a good year. Bring in some of your favorite decorations, candles, and flowers to bring some excitement to the environment. Also, bean bags, candy, and music speakers are a great way to make your students excited to go to your class. Make your classroom a safe place for you and your students.
- Be familiar with the curriculum
Being familiar with the curriculum is a big game changer because it will lower your stress. How will it decrease your stress? Understanding what you are teaching will make you feel more confident in your level of expertise, which will positively affect class performance. This will make you feel like you have done your job effectively as a teacher.
- Create a classroom routine
Make sure that your classroom routine is clear to you and your students. For example, how do you start class each day? Will you have students walk in lines? How do you handle restroom turns? Do you have extra activities for fast learners? What does your dismissal routine look like?
- Buy supplies
Most schools do provide teachers with classroom supplies. However, not all schools are able to provide teachers with all of the supplies they need for their classrooms. We suggest that you visit garage sales for second hand books. For post-its, pencils, pens, crayons, paper, and decorations, you should go to the dollar store.
- Write down your professional goals
Writing down your professional goals is imperative when it comes to having a successful school year. It is best if you set out goals quarterly, that way you can always come back and see progress over a 90 day period. Some goals for you might include, learning your students names, developing professionally, as well as, learning class technology. Your goals will differ per quarter, so make sure that you consistently write down new goals, and reward yourself as you progress.
- Prioritize your mental and physical health
Since you are the face of the classroom, the whole aura of the class is based on your attitude. Prioritizing your mental and physical health is key, as it is what determines your entire mood. Remember, your students learn from you, so it is important to make sure that you create a positive environment that they enjoy.
Have an amazing school year!