The first few years as a teacher in a classroom can be overwhelming trying to learn all of the ropes. But, how a teacher spends this time period is critical to the longevity of their career. Tune in to hear tips and tricks (as well as fabulous resources) for how to be a sponge as a new teacher so that you can be more effective faster!
Quotables

You can take bits and pieces of their strategy to sew together your own
I was open to learning, but I put a system in place so that I could process and apply it at a later date without passing the opportunity up
You can’t go implement EVERY idea you receive
Strike while the iron is hot

Gretchen's Stamp of Approval

Podcasts

edupodcastnetwork.com
Elite Edupreneurs by Rachel of Bright Futures Counseling
Learning Leader by Ryan Hawk


Social Media

Facebook- New Teacher Support Group [see below]
IG hashtag- #teachersfollowteachers


Books

"The First Days of School" by Harry Wong
"Teach Like a Champion" by Doug Lemov
"Elementary EDUC 101: What They Didn't Teach You in College" by Gretchen Bridgers


Blogs

The Organized Classroom by Charity Preston
Bloglovin'


Conferences

Get Your Teach On
Teach Your Heart Out
Happy Go Teach
Ron Clark Academy



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