1. Know the school policies and procedures well; such as: opening and closing hours, attendance procedures, fire drill regulations, lunchroom regulations, and nurse and guidance services.
2. Familiarize yourself with the building layout. Know the location of the main office, gym, lunchroom, nurse’s office, supply room, teacher’s workroom, and restrooms.
3. Meet the teachers on your hall. Introduce yourself to custodians, cafeteria personnel, and school secretary. A little friendship can go a long way when you need a helping hand later in the year.
4. Decorate your classroom and have the room ready for guests when parents and students visit during orientation time. You will want the room to be warm and welcoming. If you have younger students, having their name around the room will help them to feel a part of the classroom community.
5. Arrange the classroom desks in a way that allows for flexible grouping and movement.
6. Have your materials ready for the first day of school. Get to school early on the first day and be prepared for the “unexpected” happening, like an emergency meeting or phone call.
7. Plan, plan, plan- create lessons for the first day that set the tone for high expectations in learning.
8. Greet pupils with a friendly smile and welcome.
9. Establish classroom and school rules on the first day.
10. Get plenty of rest during the first week of school and plan for a relaxing weekend that will rejuvenate you for the following week of school.
There are so many rewards in teaching young boys and girls. You are a vessel of knowledge and inspiration for the next generation. Embrace your time with these students and give them the best of you everyday. They deserve the best teaching and you will reap the rewards in years to come. Congratulations for accepting this challenge and best wishes for a successful school term.
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