Tips for Preparing for the End of the School Year

End of the School Year The end of the school year tends to sneak up on us. This is the time to make an effort towards origination and preparation so that the transition to next fall will happen smoothly. Packing Things Away Begin packing things away when you know you are finished using them. This … Continue reading Tips for Preparing for the End of the School Year »

Sub Grab-Bag: What Every Substitute Teacher Should Have

What might you need on the job when you don’t know anything about it? This happens every day when you are a substitute teacher. Here’s a list of things you should consider having with you on every assignment: Paper clips Marking pens Name tags Seating chart forms Ream of duplicating paper Literature selections Emergency lesson … Continue reading Sub Grab-Bag: What Every Substitute Teacher Should Have »

Tips for Working with Different Cultures in the Classroom

Consider the cultural differences before engaging in any of the following: Appropriateness of using telephone to communicate with parents Patting a child on the head as a sign of affection Expecting children to look you in the eye when being scolded Looking people you’ve just met in the eye when simply talking Shaking hands, pointing, … Continue reading Tips for Working with Different Cultures in the Classroom »