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#121: How to Get Caught Up This Winter Break So You Can Start Getting Ahead
Are you feeling behind as a teacher and looking for a way to get caught up or ahead over winter break?
This week I am going back to the early days and giving you exactly the step-by-step process I would take as a new or first-year teacher looking to get ahead over break. I'm breaking down how to lesson plan weeks ahead, prep into the 3rd week of January, and even how to get ahead on grading and communication with families. Want to keep the momentum? Stick to the end and I will share exactly how I set up my week to stay weeks ahead year-round.
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How to Get Caught Up This Winter Break So You Can Start Getting Ahead
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Are you feeling behind as a teacher and looking for a way to get caught up or ahead over winter break? This week I am going back to the early days and giving you exactly my step by step process I would take as a new or first year teacher looking to get ahead over break. I'm breaking down how to lesson plan weeks ahead, prep into the 3rd week of January, and even how to get ahead on grading and ...
#120: Why I Don't Use Clip Charts Anymore and What I Use Instead
มุมมอง 1121 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา
Wondering what clip charts are and if you should use them as part of your classroom management plan? This week I am diving into what clip charts are and what I personally use instead. This week I give you a deep dive into 5 alternative strategies than clip charts. These classroom management strategies will help you build community, build strong relationships with your students and families, and...
Why I Don't Use Clip Charts Anymore and What I Use Instead
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Wondering what clip charts are and if you should use them as part of your classroom management plan? This week I am diving into what clip charts are and what I personally use instead. This week I give you a deep dive into 5 alternative strategies than clip charts. These classroom management strategies will help you build community, build strong relationships with your students and families, and...
#119: When to Know It's Time to Review a Classroom Procedure
มุมมอง 914 วันที่ผ่านมา
Have your students been extra chatty lately and your not quite sure what to do? This week we are diving into when I know it's time to start reviewing classroom procedures. This week I am taking you behind the scenes and showing you when I review classroom procedures, how I review classroom procedures, and even which tools I use to make it easier. By reviewing these classroom procedures you will...
When to Know It's Time to Review a Classroom Procedure
มุมมอง 1414 วันที่ผ่านมา
Have your students been extra chatty lately and your not quite sure what to do? This week we are diving into when I know it's time to start reviewing classroom procedures. This week I am taking you behind the scenes and showing you when I review classroom procedures, how I review classroom procedures, and even which tools I use to make it easier. By reviewing these classroom procedures you will...
5 Things to Do After Your Teacher Interview
มุมมอง 1621 วันที่ผ่านมา
Did you have your first teacher interview and you're wondering what to do next? This week I am diving into 5 steps you should take after completing an interview. These 5 strategies will help you show districts that you are serious about working with them, and that you are the best candidate for the position, and it will help you get better with interviewing. We cover everything from following u...
#118: 5 Things to Do After Your Teacher Interview
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Did you just have your first teacher interview and you're wondering what to do next? This week I am diving into 5 steps you should take after completing an interview. These 5 strategies will help you show districts that you are serious about working with them, and that you are the best candidate for the position, and it will help you get better with interviewing. We cover everything from follow...
5 Lesson Planning Mistakes I Made that Cost Me My Weekends
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Are you tired of spending your weekends and weeknights trying to get caught up? This week we are diving into my teaching lesson planning mistakes I made that cost me more time and even my weekends. I will also be sharing which teacher time management strategies I have incorporated instead to keep me ahead, and work-free and guilt-free over the weekends and breaks. Download the Maximize Your Pre...
#117: 5 Lesson Planning Mistakes I Made that Cost Me My Weekends
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Are you tired of spending your weekends and weeknights trying to get caught up? This week we are diving into my teaching lesson planning mistakes I made that cost me more time and even my weekends. I will also be sharing which teacher time management strategies I have incorporated instead to keep me ahead, and work-free and guilt-free over the weekends and breaks. Download the Maximize Your Pre...
The 3 Classroom Management Tools That Automated My Classroom
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Does it feel like you are constantly having to handle behaviors and no matter what you do you consistently have to stop teaching to address them? This week I am diving into the 3 classroom management tools I use to automate my classroom management. These tools allow students to naturally follow the expectations in class WITHOUT needing constant reminders. They have also allowed me to step out o...
What are Natural Consequences in the Classroom and How to Use Them
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Not sure how to respond to disruptive behaviors in class? This week we are breaking down what natural consequences (also known as logical consequences) are and how to use them in the classroom. These are the exact consequences I give in my classroom when my students are out of their seats, blurting or talking out while I'm teaching, refusing to do work, etc. Years ago I used to use a clip chart...
#115: What are Natural Consequences in the Classroom and How to Use Them
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Not sure how to respond to disruptive behaviors in class? This week we are breaking down what natural consequences (also known as logical consequences) are and how to use them in the classroom. These are the exact consequences I give in my classroom when my students are out of their seats, blurting or talking out while I'm teaching, refusing to do work, etc. Years ago I used to use a clip chart...
#114: Why I Don't Use Student Recommendation Letters Anymore and What I Do Instead
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Did you stumble across student recommendation letters online and you're wondering whether or not you should use them? This week we are breaking down why I personally don't use student recommendation letters and what I use instead. These teacher interview tips will help you confidently prepare for your next teacher interview. They will also help you confidently build relationships during your ne...
Why I Don't Use Student Recommendation Letters Anymore and What I Do Instead
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Did you stumble across student recommendation letters online and you're wondering whether or not you should use them? This week we are breaking down why I personally don't use student recommendation letters and what I use instead. These teacher interview tips will help you confidently prepare for your next teacher interview. They will also help you confidently build relationships during your ne...
#113: 5 Lessons in Becoming the Present Teacher
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#113: 5 Lessons in Becoming the Present Teacher
5 Lessons in Becoming the Present Teacher
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5 Lessons in Becoming the Present Teacher
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers
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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers
How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers
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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers
How to Get Your Students to Respect You During the Beginning of the School Year
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How to Get Your Students to Respect You During the Beginning of the School Year
How to Get Your Students to Respect You During the Beginning of the School Year
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How to Get Your Students to Respect You During the Beginning of the School Year
7 Things I Focus on During the First Month of School
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7 Things I Focus on During the First Month of School
7 Things I Focus on During the First Month of School
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7 Things I Focus on During the First Month of School
5 Things You Need to Hear Before Your Next Teacher Interview
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5 Things You Need to Hear Before Your Next Teacher Interview
5 Things You Need to Hear Before Your Next Teacher Interview
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5 Things You Need to Hear Before Your Next Teacher Interview
Guided Meditation For Teachers on Letting the School Day Be Easy
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Guided Meditation For Teachers on Letting the School Day Be Easy
A Guided Meditation to Start Your Teaching Day Calm and Prepared
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A Guided Meditation to Start Your Teaching Day Calm and Prepared
My Secrets Revealed: Make Teaching Easier with Classroom Running Activities
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My Secrets Revealed: Make Teaching Easier with Classroom Running Activities
My Secrets Revealed: Make Teaching Easier with Classroom Running Activities
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My Secrets Revealed: Make Teaching Easier with Classroom Running Activities
What Does Automating Your Classroom Look Like and How to Do It
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What Does Automating Your Classroom Look Like and How to Do It

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  • @stacysmith1138
    @stacysmith1138 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I am going to try this out this week for my Thanksgiving break. I am a first year teacher struggling to keep my head above water. Thank you for this great suggestion to get ahead and plan to single task during my planning times.

  • @keithsdrinker
    @keithsdrinker 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    🤩🤩🤩🔥🔥

  • @janetmedlin6563
    @janetmedlin6563 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much for your detailed information. This helped me out a lot.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely! I am so glad you found the information helpful <3

  • @CharityTabuke
    @CharityTabuke 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great lesson! Thank you so much for this. It is so helpful.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely, I am so glad you found it helpful! <3

  • @katrinabrown3561
    @katrinabrown3561 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you so much! I’m starting next month at my new school and I’m teaching second grade. I missed a whole month and I’m a little nervous about starting late, but this video eased my nerves!

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Congratulations on the new position! How exciting! I have worked with several teachers who were starting later in the year. All of them went on to have a fantastic year! You got this, your students are going to love you. <3

    • @katrinabrown3561
      @katrinabrown3561 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ThePresentTeacher thank you! I started a week ago and it was amazing so far!

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@katrinabrown3561 Oh my goodness that's so exciting!!! I'm so incredibly happy for you. Feel free to dm me if you need any help. I LOVED teaching 2nd grade.

  • @brendabrowning8721
    @brendabrowning8721 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My last year teaching, so I’m going with eclectic. 😊

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Congratulations! I think that is an amazing idea! <3

  • @teacherof20
    @teacherof20 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤❤❤

  • @betsy4827
    @betsy4827 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah. Those rainbow carts are trash. I'm throwing mines away.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad I’m not the only one who struggles with them 😅😂😭

    • @betsy4827
      @betsy4827 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ThePresentTeacher I've gotten them from 2 different manufacturers and they're both trash. I'm going to see if Sterlite makes something similiar.

  • @gray5315
    @gray5315 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    great tips!

  • @teacherof20
    @teacherof20 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is a really good idea: to just pick 3-5 procedures at a time. 💖💖💖

  • @beacreates4370
    @beacreates4370 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is probably one of the most useful teacher videos out there. I'm a 3rd year teacher this year, and you get right to the point. So many other videos focus on what you should buy, which gets annoying real fast. Your video focuses on how to actually set up your classroom. The stuff and classroom decorations aren't that important, what's important is being able to be an effective teacher.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes this! While decorations are great they aren't everything. Focusing on great systems is really going to help you out in the long run. That and you can focus on both <3

  • @rosebrown7002
    @rosebrown7002 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this was a really good video and would have saved me a LOT of headache when I just started teaching

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it! <3

  • @berenicemartinez9238
    @berenicemartinez9238 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video and so true….

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Person49-q3l
    @Person49-q3l 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Going into my first year as a second grade teacher! What songs did you use for transitions?

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Here are some of the ones I used: Coming in the morning: Kids Bop Playlist, Disney Playlist Whole Group: Hedwig's Melody (Harry Potter Themed Classroom), Let it Go, What Can I Say Except Your Welcome Independent Work: Happy (Minion Version), We Don't Talk About Bruno, Hakuna Mata Line Up: Count On Me Bruno Mars Transitioning Centers: Kidsbop Shuffle I also let me students choose after I did the first round, and I also picked any Kids Bop or Disney Songs they really liked lately, and/or any GoNoodle Songs they loved

  • @MalikaBahi-x6x
    @MalikaBahi-x6x 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great

  • @Jacquie11
    @Jacquie11 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I feel the opposite of you. I'm 50 years old and feel I'm not getting hired because I'm older. I have been a paraprofessional for 6 years and going an alternate route to complete my certification. The state granted me a license to teach but I can not move forward with the program until I get a job. I applied to 25 districts and have gone on 5 interviews and so far nothing. I feel my classroom experience and my age would put me at the top of the list, but I guess not. So I'm assuming it's my age. I also have 5 recommendations from all the teachers I've worked with and all of them recommended me and gave me great reviews. So the only thing I can think of is my age.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm so sorry you are experiencing this. I can't imagine how frustrating this must feel. Whenever I was on the hiring committee at my school one thing an experienced teacher did was she pointed out all the reasons why she was the best candidate because she was more experienced. She talked about how since she was more experienced she had amazing communication skills, she was great at resolving conflict, and how she was eager to help others in the building who may be new to the profession. I hope this helps <3

  • @teacherof20
    @teacherof20 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is so true! Sometimes we have to stop listening to other’s well meaning advice and do what you think is best ❤❤❤

  • @teacherof20
    @teacherof20 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this! ❤ Thank you!! New sub here! 😊

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely! I am glad you found it helpful! <3

  • @emilymcdaniel8094
    @emilymcdaniel8094 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! For some reason, nobody else shows the exact steps to doing this and I think it’s very valuable for all teachers to practice, practice and freshen up!

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! I know exactly what you mean. When I first started there was hardly anyone talking about what procedures looked like. <3

  • @johnlopez3996
    @johnlopez3996 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I will begin my 32nd year of teaching in August, and I want to thank you for all of the suggestions and advice that you have given. Your first point is extremely important because some people are very eager to buy materials and them realize that they cannot use them or they already have them in their classrooms. When I started teaching back in 1992, I had only $70 and I could not purchase anything.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! I'm so glad you agree with these points I mentioned. Yes, so often teachers feel pressured to have a perfectly setup classroom from day 1. But the truth is a lot of things you can purchase and add over time. We all started somewhere. Your story is so inspiring, thank you for sharing!!

  • @veronicab.5066
    @veronicab.5066 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good advice! I completely agree with you! 💝

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! I'm so glad we agree <3

  • @dmbalsam
    @dmbalsam 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    a suggestion about classroom libraries. As a former elementary school librarian, us your school library to supplement your collection. Change out the books once a month. My teachers would select the books leave them stacked on the circulation desk with their name. We would check them out and deliver to the classroom. In addition, if there is a particular book you want frequently for a project or unit, photography the cover or title page, right the call number on the copy. File with your unit papers. As you are preparing to teach the unit, drop the copies off at the library. We would then collect the books, check them out and deliver to your classroom. I know not all states have good school libraries, but public libraries can be sources as well, procedures will then be different. Since I retired technology has change a lot, so just adapt for those changes.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This is absolutely genius! For some reason I've never really thought of using our school library for books for our classroom. Definitely second this, see what your school district or school allows. Thank you for sharing this! <3

  • @TalytaB
    @TalytaB 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a boring video, no offense

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m sorry you didn’t find this video entertaining. I have other videos that you might find more helpful 💕

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @rahmamohamed1336 Thank you! <3

  • @jenniferlambert3886
    @jenniferlambert3886 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good points. I’m spending my summer getting ready for the upcoming school year, which would allow me to have enough time to focus on the aesthetics 😊

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jennifer this is amazing!!!!! I love how you are focusing on your foundations first and then aesthetics second. 💕 honestly I love summer and setting up my classroom for the school year. Such a fun time of year 💕

  • @Born2TeachAndGrow
    @Born2TeachAndGrow 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great advice!!!

  • @teachloveinspire561
    @teachloveinspire561 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These are great ideas :) I just semi-retired from teaching and your list is perfect!

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awww thank you so much! And congratulations on semi-retiring! 💕💕💕

  • @Shiboys
    @Shiboys 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    nope I surely do not

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m so glad to hear that! 💕

    • @Shiboys
      @Shiboys 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ThePresentTeacher i actually feel major guilt for not being a stay @ home mom to my little

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      THIS!!! So many of us become teachers so we can stay home with our babies over breaks. Yet too often it's so hard to because of the amount of work teachers are expected to do. I feel this <3

    • @Shiboys
      @Shiboys 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ThePresentTeacher 😞 I feel like I put so much energy into paperwork as a SPED teacher. & then with the kids. I just want to crash 💥 on weekends & I have a 6 year old

  • @asyed1995
    @asyed1995 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Respect Teachers,Needs PTO, Parents, Teachers, Observers.thanks

  • @Krista_cook
    @Krista_cook 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello ❤ love your videos

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey! Thank you so much! I'm glad you're finding them helpful!💕

  • @Ed-adminSoftware
    @Ed-adminSoftware ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, this is super helpful! Sure teachers can benefit from this any YEAR! 🎓

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much! I agree that this is definitely something we all experience no matter the grade level! 💕

  • @MdRasedulJamal
    @MdRasedulJamal ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @carlatowns6942
    @carlatowns6942 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great list. As a pre-k teacher, we do most of these. I need to do a water procedure.

    • @ThePresentTeacher
      @ThePresentTeacher 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I know so many of these I learned through trial and error. How did your procedures go this year? 💕

  • @carmenrequa6335
    @carmenrequa6335 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant suggestions 🎉