I do calendar time every morning. We have a calendar where they tell yesterday's date and today's date. I also have a weather chart and a large...
I do not do homework packets. Instead, homework is sent home each day in their folders. I send home a reading log and a math worksheet. They have...
I do not do weekly homework packets, so a daily folder works for me. It holds their homework, reading log, and any notices that need to go home. I...
I felt it went well. The principal of the school said she contacted my current principal that same day, but I have not heard anything since then....
Thanks for your responses. The students just finished kindergarten last month and will be starting first grade in August. The activity covers the...
I interviewed with a school and have been invited back to meet with a small group of first grade students next week. Rather than doing a...
Thanks so much for the idea! I would have never thought to add that.
I will be delivering my cover letter and resume to a school next week. I have put everything in a manila envelope and feel that I should place a...
I have a list of six important/serious things that they should tell me about. This really helps them understand the difference between tattling...
I am not required to submit my lessons, so it probably takes me less time compared to other teachers. I plan for the next week every Wednesday...
I have a Promethean board in my classroom. At the beginning of the year the technology coordinator was able to calibrate my board by placing the...
Thank you all so much for your helpful responses. I have written your suggestions down and will start using them tomorrow.
I teach second grade and the majority of my class does not listen or follow directions. I will post exactly what they need to do (with pictures)...
I have only had to do two demo lessons throughout the four years that I was interviewing. I was offered a job this summer that did not require a...
Thank you so much for the wonderful ideas!
I was hired for a teaching position this year and the previous teacher had written out the supply list. She asked for students to bring in six...
Here are the rewards I offer: A positive note is sent home. Students can bring in an item from home to share with the class. Students can...
What grade and/or subject? Second grade How long have you been trying? I was hired for second grade last year, but have to leave in August before...
For my portfolio, I just bought a black binder from Target and used simple scrapbook paper on the front, side, and back. I also personalized it by...
I have only done two demo lessons, so I am definitely not an expert. The second principal told me she was just looking for a lesson that includes...
