First-Year Teaching for Dummies - by Carol Flaherty & Flirtisha Harris & W Michael Kelley (Paperback)

About the Book

Becoming a new teacher is one of the most fun, exciting, and challenging experiences you'll encounter in your life. Who wouldn't want a little help getting ready before sitting down behind the teacher's desk for the first time? That's where First-Year Teaching For Dummies comes in. You'll find easy-to-follow strategies and techniques to help you navigate the politics of education in your community, develop fun and fulfilling relationships with your students, and refine your own instructional style. You'll learn to: Survive and thrive in your first two weeks as you hit the ground running and win over your students, co-workers, and administrators; Avoid or reduce the major stressors that can lead to burnout and other common problems, Understand and handle 21st-century issues with skill and sensitivity. It's almost time for you to take charge of your first classroom and you're raring to go. So, grab a copy of First-Year Teaching For Dummies to find the last-minute tips and common-sense guidance you need to help make your first school year a rewarding one!

Book Synopsis

Make your first year of teaching one to remember

Becoming a new teacher is one of the most fun, exciting, and challenging experiences you'll encounter in your life. Who wouldn't want a little help getting ready before sitting down behind the teacher's desk for the first time?

That's where First-Year Teaching For Dummies comes in. You'll find easy-to-follow strategies and techniques to help you navigate the politics of education in your community, develop fun and fulfilling relationships with your students, and refine your own instructional style. You'll learn to:

• Survive and thrive in your first two weeks as you hit the ground running and win over your students, co-workers, and administrators
• Avoid or reduce the major stressors that can lead to burnout and other common problems
• Understand and handle 21st-century issues with skill and sensitivity

It's almost time for you to take charge of your first classroom and you're raring to go. So, grab a copy of First-Year Teaching For Dummies to find the last-minute tips and common-sense guidance you need to help make your first school year a rewarding one!

From the Back Cover

Teach with confidence in your first year

So you're ready to step into the classroom. Congratulations! First-Year Teaching For Dummies helps you sail through your first year, with tips they didn't teach you in college. Discover your teaching style, manage your classroom, handle building politics, and build positive relationships with students, administrators, and parents. This book is also your go-to when you need help with stuff like teaching online, navigating unique 21^st century issues, and dealing with all the people you'll encounter in your career. Start your teaching career off with a bang, thanks to this Dummies guide.

Inside...

• Getting a strong start to the year
• Collaborating with coworkers
• Selecting a grading system
• Making learning fun
• Addressing behavior problems
• Protecting your students
• Managing your time wisely
• Avoiding rookie mistakes

About the Author

Carol Flaherty is a 25-year veteran elementary school teacher who spent most of her years teaching first and fourth grades.

Flirtisha Harris has taught secondary school for more than 20 years in Texas and Southern Maryland.

W. Michael Kelley started as a high school math teacher and has spent 30 years teaching and training people of all ages.