Poetry pot

Don’t make comparisons. 👩‍🏫

Do not compare yourself to veteran teachers, other new teachers, or someone working down the hall. Although beginning teachers always look for ways to become more effective, ways to be stronger communicators, and ways to manage students and their behaviors, it is unrealistic to compare yourself to others. Strive for excellence, model the best that you see, but be yourself. ❤️

Have confidence in who you are and know that the classroom is a place for you to set goals and create successes for you and your students. Feel empowered to celebrate your individuality as a teacher, to try new things and make your classroom the place where everyone wants to be. ✨

5 Beginning Teachers, 10 Great Tips by James Davis, Ph.D. is an associate professor and program coordinator at Coastal Carolina University, in Conway, South Carolina.

TECH TIPS 💡

Shift Your Mindset

I hear this phrase all the time, “I’m just not good with technology?” Make up your mind to be positive. The classroom is full of obstacles; technology is no different. Maybe you aren’t as quick to learn with technology as your peers, but never let that become an excuse. If your mind is holding you back, you have some internal work to do. Take the time to reflect on your current mindset and approach technology with a positive and flexible attitude.