It sounds like the majority of your interventions have been punishment/consequence oriented. Have you tried any positive behavior interventions?...
My district started an Integrated ELA program this year. You can find a handbook and templates here:...
I would schedule an in-person conference with the parents and work to create a behavior management plan together.
My school has a principal, assistant principal, behavior specialist, and instructional coach.
Consider this: when you say you taught, for example, 4th grade, all principals know what a typical 4th grade teacher does, such as the things you...
I would be happy too. I have sat on interview panels at my school and could provide some insight. Shoot me a PM.
My school in Phoenix is hiring an art teacher. We are a K-8 school for students with emotional disabilities. You do not have to be SPED certified...
I wear Toms also. They aren't perfect when it comes to support/comfort but I'm relatively young so they work for me. When I get a little older I...
Maybe someone internal would be promoted, and you would already know them?
If you do decide to stay, I would suggest trying to talk to them individually about your feelings/concerns rather than as a group. Sometimes...
Familiarize yourself with state standards You should familiarize yourself with 4th grade state standards. It would also be a good idea to look...
Hello! I have to complete a graduate school assignment in which I interview multiple school leaders (can be principals, coaches, facilitators,...
Could you take your class outside?
Totally made me cry at Orientation today. Check out this video on YouTube:...
Do you do a project? How much time do you spend on rules and procedures?
You either have to copy and paste or link to another site.
I actually have never met anyone at the school aside from the principal.
Thanks everyone!
In AZ, yes, usually.
Sounds like you're on the right track - make best friends with the secretary!