Secrets to Success for Beginning Elementary School Teachers
Ellen Kottler
- California State University, Fullerton, USA
Nancy P. Gallavan
- University of Central Arkansas, USA
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"Kottler and Gallavan prepare new teachers for all the daily obstacles and rewards of the profession in a way that can be easily implemented. The tone is heartwarming and the authors empathize with the frustrations and needs of new teachers."
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
- Steps for developing meaningful curriculum
- Activities to extend learning and apply ideas in the classroom
- Preparation guidelines and checklists
- Lesson plan formats
- Strategies for including technology
Serving as a virtual "mentor," this handbook combines the insights of experienced teachers with straightforward portrayals of what to expect during the first days, weeks, semesters, and years in the classroom. Reduce your stress, improve your skills, and ensure your success with this extraordinary resource.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
About the Authors
1. Learning Your Way Around the School
1. Learning Your Way Around the School
2. Organizing Your Classroom
2. Organizing Your Classroom
3. Knowing Your Students
3. Knowing Your Students
4. Beginning and Ending School on the First Day
4. Beginning and Ending School on the First Day
5. Developing Meaningful Curriculum
5. Developing Meaningful Curriculum
6. Planning Instruction and Assessment
6. Planning Instruction and Assessment
7. Establishing Routine and Management
7. Establishing Routine and Management
8. Valuing Cultural Diversity
8. Valuing Cultural Diversity
9. Using Instructional Technology
9. Using Instructional Technology
10. Developing as a Professional
10. Developing as a Professional
11. Connecting With Students
11. Connecting With Students
12. Communicating With Parents
12. Communicating With Parents
13. Using a Substitute
13. Using a Substitute
14. Getting Involved With the School
14. Getting Involved With the School
Reflections
Reflections
References and Readings
References and Readings
Index
Index
Description
"Kottler and Gallavan prepare new teachers for all the daily obstacles and rewards of the profession in a way that can be easily implemented. The tone is heartwarming and the authors empathize with the frustrations and needs of new teachers."
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
- Steps for developing meaningful curriculum
- Activities to extend learning and apply ideas in the classroom
- Preparation guidelines and checklists
- Lesson plan formats
- Strategies for including technology
Serving as a virtual "mentor," this handbook combines the insights of experienced teachers with straightforward portrayals of what to expect during the first days, weeks, semesters, and years in the classroom. Reduce your stress, improve your skills, and ensure your success with this extraordinary resource.
Contents
Preface
Preface
Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
About the Authors
1. Learning Your Way Around the School
1. Learning Your Way Around the School
2. Organizing Your Classroom
2. Organizing Your Classroom
3. Knowing Your Students
3. Knowing Your Students
4. Beginning and Ending School on the First Day
4. Beginning and Ending School on the First Day
5. Developing Meaningful Curriculum
5. Developing Meaningful Curriculum
6. Planning Instruction and Assessment
6. Planning Instruction and Assessment
7. Establishing Routine and Management
7. Establishing Routine and Management
8. Valuing Cultural Diversity
8. Valuing Cultural Diversity
9. Using Instructional Technology
9. Using Instructional Technology
10. Developing as a Professional
10. Developing as a Professional
11. Connecting With Students
11. Connecting With Students
12. Communicating With Parents
12. Communicating With Parents
13. Using a Substitute
13. Using a Substitute
14. Getting Involved With the School
14. Getting Involved With the School
Reflections
Reflections
References and Readings
References and Readings
Index
Index
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Secrets to Success for Beginning Elementary School Teachers
October 2006 | 256 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 27/02/2023 | 9781412916479 | $41.95 |
| Lifetime | 30/09/2024 | 9781483361673 | $38.00 |
"Kottler and Gallavan prepare new teachers for all the daily obstacles and rewards of the profession in a way that can be easily implemented. The tone is heartwarming and the authors empathize with the frustrations and needs of new teachers."
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
-Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator
Houston Independent School District, TX
"A must-have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
-Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator
Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
Take the first step toward becoming the educator you've always wanted to be!
Packed with insider tips, practical strategies, and time-tested advice, this invaluable guide is designed for new and preservice educators. Offering a wide range of perspectives, authors Ellen Kottler and Nancy P. Gallavan cover the essential topics that novice teachers encounter, including establishing routines and classroom rules, planning instruction and assessment techniques, networking with colleagues, navigating school policies and procedures, and communicating effectively with parents.
Tools and resources include:
- Steps for developing meaningful curriculum
- Activities to extend learning and apply ideas in the classroom
- Preparation guidelines and checklists
- Lesson plan formats
- Strategies for including technology
Serving as a virtual "mentor," this handbook combines the insights of experienced teachers with straightforward portrayals of what to expect during the first days, weeks, semesters, and years in the classroom. Reduce your stress, improve your skills, and ensure your success with this extraordinary resource.
Table Of Contents:
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- About the Authors
- 1. Learning Your Way Around the School
- 2. Organizing Your Classroom
- 3. Knowing Your Students
- 4. Beginning and Ending School on the First Day
- 5. Developing Meaningful Curriculum
- 6. Planning Instruction and Assessment
- 7. Establishing Routine and Management
- 8. Valuing Cultural Diversity
- 9. Using Instructional Technology
- 10. Developing as a Professional
- 11. Connecting With Students
- 12. Communicating With Parents
- 13. Using a Substitute
- 14. Getting Involved With the School
- Reflections
- References and Readings
- Index
Recent Product Reviews:
"A must have for all new teachers. The material is useful and will make your transition into teaching easier and more successful."
Miranda Moe, Kindergarten Teacher/New Teacher Facilitator, Beaver Dam Unified School District, WI
"Kottler and Gallavan prepare new teachers for all the daily obstacles and rewards of the profession in a way that can be easily implemented. The tone is heartwarming and the authors empathize with the frustrations and needs of new teachers."
Lori L. Grossman, Instructional Coordinator, Houston Independent School District, TX