by Sarah Brown Wessling | Sep 18, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Once again, Ask Sarah, made the leap to Facebook Live and once again, you showed up with your questions, your comments, your conversation. Here’s the snack-size version of the broadcast, so you can find or watch just the portions you want to. You can also catch...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Aug 7, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I am going into my first year of teaching. If you could give a list of your top 5 personal priorities, what would they be? Sincerely, First Year Priorities Teach openly, With Teacher2Teacher e-NewsletterE-Newsletter If you like what you’re reading,...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Jun 26, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I am getting ready to finish my first year of teaching! Overall, it’s been a good year. I’ve enjoyed my students, most of the parents have been good to work with and my colleagues have been really helpful. But I’m also exhausted. I know I’m supposed to be...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Apr 24, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I am a student teacher. My primary goal as a new teacher is developing a teacher presence. Are there any specific tips you have on developing this presence and a teacher voice? Sincerely, Finding Teacher Presence Teach openly, With Teacher2Teacher...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Mar 6, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I’m student teaching right now and getting ready to apply for jobs next fall. As I start to go through this process, I’m wondering what new teachers should look for in a school? Sincerely, Job Interview Jitters Dear Job Interview Jitters, As spring quickly...
by Sarah Brown Wessling | Feb 28, 2016 | Ask Sarah, New Teachers
Dear Sarah, I have been asked to support a first year high school English teacher who is struggling with classroom management. The students are prone to outbursts, inappropriate comments and general off task behavior. From my own classroom experience, I know rules,...
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