Before graduating from college, I decided to look into substitute teacher openings. I figured that it would be a great way to gain practical teaching experience, make some money, and pad my resume. Of course, there are lots of reasons to seek out substitute teacher openings. If you’re looking for a full-time teaching position, substitute […]
What should substitute teachers bring with them? Don’t show up to a substitute teaching assignment empty handed. Here are the some of the top things that you should have in your substitute teacher bag to get you through the day. Behavior Management Supplies Without their regular teacher in the room, students have a tendency to […]
If you decide to become a substitute teacher, you need to research the requirements to sub in your state. Consequently, the requirements vary greatly. In some cases, school districts within the state have requirements that vary, too. Check out some of the requirements for substitute teaching in each state according to the National Education Association: […]
When first applying for teacher jobs, a teacher candidate doesn’t have a lot of experience. They do, however, have the opportunity to bring a portfolio that demonstrates his or her abilities. The portfolio can include observations, examples of your syllabus, and more. It should also include a teacher candidate work sample or two. To help […]
It’s tiring to hear how teachers are so lucky to have summers off. It’s not like teachers get to spend these months poolside or off on some exotic vacation. Oh no. Teachers are busy all summer. Teachers can make the most of their summer break by doing some of the following activities. Professional Development Completing professional […]
Teachers need to consider the age of their students in order to teach them effectively, especially younger children. Use these tips for teaching young learners to best help your students. Make Connections with Students Young students need to know that their teacher cares about them. They need to feel a connection to their teacher. Learn […]
As of September 1, 2014, the Praxis Core exam replaced Praxis I, or the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST). Some colleges use the Praxis Core exam as a prerequisite for their teacher education program. Some states also require the exam as part of the process to get licensed as a teacher. As you prepare for the […]
Student teaching is the time when you determine which styles of teaching work for you. There are lots of different styles of teaching to try, but here are the top 5 most common ones used in the classroom. The Director The Director teaching style is teacher-centered. It involves the teacher telling students what to do […]
Depending on where you want to work, your resume could be just one in a large stack of resumes for the same job. So how do you make your resume for teaching jobs stand out? How can you guarantee that your resume will receive more than a quick look? Try these 6 tips to help […]
Textbooks can be boring. Remember those class periods that you spent reading them aloud as a class? Or reading them on your own while taking notes? You swore that when you were a teacher you would never do that. Then, you became a teacher and reality set in. Sometimes you need to read from the […]
