Elementary school provides foundational development and education for students, and there is much that a new teacher must consider when taking on the responsibility of shaping young minds. In The New Elementary Teacher’s Handbook, veteran educators give first-year teachers a multitude of classroom-tested strategies for those critical first days of school. New teachers need just as much guidance as students in order for everyone to come away with a valuable learning experience. This authoritative handbook gives teachers practical and thorough instruction on: · Organizing the classroom and preparing engaging and effective lesson plans · Teaching using technology and the Internet · Dealing with difficult parents and conducting conferences · Motivating students and increasing positive interactions · Balancing personal and professional matters With resources, samples, templates, homework contracts, strategies, checklists, and proven solutions to everyday challenges, this book shows teachers how to turn their plans into effective strategies in the classroom. Rest assured that you are not alone, and you will succeed!
This resource is extremely timely and well thought out. Wouldn′t it be great if all principals gave their new hires this book along with their classroom keys?" —Andrea Ziembia, Fifth-Grade Teacher, Morton Elementary School, Hammond, IN "An indispensable companion for any new teacher, this book gives excellent advice for avoiding many hurdles and pitfalls and focusing on what′s important—becoming outstanding teachers of young children." —Carol A. Tateishi, Director Bay Area Writing Project, University of California at Berkeley "The book′s lists, charts, tables, diagrams, and the narrative are amazingly helpful and insightful. This is more than a survival book; it is inspirational and affirming." —Mary Ann Sinkkonen, Assistant Professor Dominican University of California Everything a new elementary teacher needs for getting started is right here! This comprehensive guide from veteran educators gives first-year teachers a multitude of classroom-tested strategies for those critical first days of school. Written in a reassuring tone, this authoritative handbook walks you through setting up your classroom, managing behavior, planning lessons, assessing students′ performance, and partnering with families. Thoroughly updated to meet the needs of today′s classrooms, this new edition includes the latest tips on: Teaching with technology Differentiating instruction for students from diverse backgrounds, including English Language Learners Preparing effective standards-based lessons Achieving professional growth through job-embedded professional development Teachers will find resources, samples, templates, homework contracts, strategies, checklists, and proven solutions to everyday challenges. Rest assured that you are not alone, and you will succeed!
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