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Experienced teachers will already have the knowledge and experience in terms of
which teaching methods work and those that don’t. New teachers, however, will
be bombarded with plenty of new information as they begin their journey in
education.

You will need quite a long time and much effort to process and learn all the
cultural norms and new procedures of the school you belong to. Not to mention,
you will need to prepare for the most important matter of all, which is your
classroom instruction.

As you go through the process of securing a teaching job, it can help to prepare
yourself for your first year of teaching by reading these tips from veteran
educators.
40 TIPS FOR NEW TEACHERS FROM
EXPERIENCED TEACHERS
1. It is vital for you to build relationships with your school community. Reach out
to them and let them know that you’re eager to know more about them. Encourage
them to get to know you as well.

2. Try to be great at everything, but don’t do this all at once. Master the procedures
step by step.

3. Be strict, but fair. On day one, consider setting disciplinary standards. Make sure
to stick to them because if you don’t, your students won’t follow them, either.

4. Focus on your job: You must concentrate on planning and teaching, and avoid
taking on any extra work or projects.

5. Be humorous. Most students today respond well to teachers with a good sense of
humor. Always portray a positive attitude.

6. Let your students do the heavy lifting. Students will learn best if they are in control
of their learning. And learning will require doing, not just observing or listening.

7. You don’t need to be new and innovative every day. There will be days when you
will simply need to reinforce concepts.

8. During meetings, sit next to an art teacher. She has the best doodles.

9. Never allow your students to engage you in a public battle. You have to settle
problems privately and calmly. Also, let them admit that they were wrong without
losing face.

10. Never be discouraged. There will be days when you feel like you’ve failed. And
when this day comes, shake it off and get back to your work.

11. Make meaningful connections with each student. Learn more about them.
Whenever possible, use their interests when giving instructions.

12. Create routines for your students.For instance, greet every student each day at
the door before they enter your classroom.

13. Some parents may use a negative approach when communicating, so be prepared
to respond in the proper manner.

14. Sometimes, you have to let go of things. As a teacher, you must learn how to pick
your battles.
15. Expect to experience hectic days with little time for sleep or rest during the first
year. Moreover, getting sick is always a possibility, so make sure to boost your
immune system.

16. Never quit! No profession is easy, especially when you are new to it.

17. Work smart instead of hard. You need to have a learning attitude and always
collaborate.

18. Stay organized! Decorate and organize the classroom. Also, keep duplicates of all
paperwork and diaries the deadlines for all activities and submissions.

19. Beware of school factions – all schools actually have them. Boost your
confidence, and you’ll be okay.

20. Make learning fun and interactive – for both you and the kids.

21. You are their teacher, not their friend. Wanting to be like should not be your
priority. They should love you because they respect you.

22. Do your best with the kids. As for the grown-ups, play nice. You should be
diplomatic.

23. Expect that you will be spending the first part of the school year on classroom
procedures and expectations.

24. Remember that with every idea you come up with, 90% of it will most likely be
thrown away.

25. Always assume that parents want their kids to be successful, not just intellectually
but emotionally as well. Give data without emotion at all times and everything will
surely work out.

26. Be accommodating! During parent-teacher conferences, always tell the parents

that they can come to you if they have any concern.

27. Your schools days won’t always be good – some will be bad and impossible, so it’s
best to accept the fact.

28. Don’t worry if everything you have planned for your students was not accomplished
during the day. There is always tomorrow!

29. Lesson plans must be done at school. Avoid having to spend your weekends
doing them. Saturdays and Sundays are your rest and relaxation days to make sure
that you won’t crash and burn.

30. Make friends with the secretary and the custodian. They are the school’s real
leaders. They can either make you or break you.

31. Classroom management is far more important than classroom content. By

managing the classroom well, your students will learn.
 32. Be a 21st Century Educator. You must teach in imaginative ways. Also, adapt to
vibrant teaching experience. If technologies fail in the middle of a c lass, the show
must go on.

33. Be willing to grow. Don’t get offended when your administrator or mentor asks you
to make some improvements. You should never let your ego get in your way of
growing or moving in a better direction. Accept the comments or suggest ions. Be
thankful if someone offers you some ideas for growth.

34. Attend professional development conferences. Today, there are free online
opportunities you can take part in to improve your knowledge and skills.

35. Put your experience into writing.Journals will allow for professional reflections.

36. Comfort is more important than style. So always wear comfortable (but
professional) attire, from head to toe.

37. Go home after work hours. Most new teachers stay so late at school because
they feel like they haven’t done enough to finish their work. If you do so, you may
forget about your family, friends, and significant other because you are too
consumed by your work. Bear in mind that an entire day is not enough to get all
your tasks done. Create a to-do list and prioritize the tasks in it.

38. Sleep peacefully. When you’re at home on your day off, don’t think about your
students or your work at school. Focus on having a good night’s sleep so you’ll
have the energy to teach the next day.

39. Find a colleague. This is someone who can help you solve problems, someone
whom you can be friends with, and seek advice from. You don’t have to go through
the challenges of being a new teacher alone.

40. Don’t take the challenges personally. Instead, see them as challenges shared by
the system, the school, and society. Help the school and the community understand
their specific roles in the successful education of young people. So if you notice
any misguided policy and behavior, speak out. You may be a new teacher, but you
can make a difference.

41. Emphasize anti-bullying. Despite spending lots of time playing video games
instead of interacting with other people, students today must practice mutual
respect with their peers and educators. Demonstrate and explain the negative
effects of treating others deceitfully.

42. Be careful with sensitive topics.Children face different challenges and come from
all walks of life. Be conscious and sensitive to anything that may alienate them.
This tip will help you make a lifelong impact on your student’s lives.

The first year of teaching is both exciting and challenging. It will get better only if
you work from your heart. If your words and actions emerge from your heart, you
won’t make as many mistakes — but if you do, you can always learn from them.
Experienced educators will tell you that you never know what you are in for on
any day. These tips can create efficiencies, help prevent mishaps, and make you
a smart teacher.

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