The Organized Teacher's Guide to Your First Year of Teaching, Grades K-6, Second Edition

Welcome, New Teacher!
NORTH Focal Point
Beginning of the Year Checklists
First Month of Teaching
Professional Tips
Sharing Personal Information
Keeping Students Engaged at the Front of the Classroom
The Calendar as a Teaching Tool
The Common Area
Bulletins and School News
Attention-Getters and What They Mean
Navigating the Curriculum with Teacher’s Editions, Curriculum Guides, and Standards
Working with Parents
The Door: Entry and Exit Procedures
South Teacher’s Space
Who to Know and Where to Go on Campus
Advice and Recommendations for Success
Dos and Don’ts
Preparing for a Formal Evaluation
Lesson Planning
Record Keeping
New Teacher Reminders
Teacher Portfolio
Planning for Retirement
File Cabinet
School Culture
Acronyms and Terms
In Case You’re Out: Preparing for a Substitute Teacher
Bilingual Overview
Teacher Resources
End-of-Year Tips
Accreditation Review, History, and Tips
EAST Student Space
Classroom Library
Bulletin Boards
Classroom Walls, Posters, and Charts
Classroom Learning Centers
Technology Center
Conflict Resolution Skills for Students
Circle Talks
Growth Mindset
Beyond the Classroom: Field Trips
WEST Student and Teacher Space
Organizing the Closet and Sink Areas
Small Group Instruction
Intervention and Support for the Struggling Student
Student Portfolios
Motivators and Incentives
Classroom Fillers
AERIAL VIEW Looking Down from Above
First Day Reminders
Classroom Design
Communication with Parents
A Proactive Approach to Behavior Management
Communicating Effectively
Emergency Contact Information
Maintaining Student Records
Homework
Working with Aides and Volunteers
Taking Tests: Preparation and Strategies
Organizing Students in Line
Rubrics
Website Resources
Templates
Index