
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
Sybex Inc.,U.S. (Publisher)
5th Edition
Published on 21. March 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
512 pages
978-1-394-22553-8 (ISBN)
Description
The quick, comprehensive, and accessible guide that new educators need to make it through the first year and thrive in the profession.
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide provides valuable strategies, activities, and tools you need to succeed in the classroom. Now in its fifth edition, this book meets the needs of today's K-12 teachers, updated with the latest tools, techniques, and topics that aren't addressed in teacher education programs. Inside, you will find practical information on classroom management, professional growth, trauma-informed practices, student engagement, social-emotional learning and more. You'll also get an essential introduction to teaching and learning in an AI-enabled world, as well as maximizing the use of digital tools, devices, and apps. With downloadable forms, worksheets, and video instructions available online, this book truly supports you as you enter the challenging and rewarding profession of education.
Get ideas for communicating with concerned parents and caregivers
Learn tips for maintaining a comfortable work-life balance and prioritizing self-care
Help your students succeed with tech-integration and personalized instruction
Maintain a calm, safe classroom with classroom management techniques, apps, and restorative practices
Discover proven strategies for creating a positive classroom environment and, supportive relationships with students
This must-have guide is filled with the information and tips new K-12 teachers need to face classroom challenges with confidence and thrive in the profession.
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide provides valuable strategies, activities, and tools you need to succeed in the classroom. Now in its fifth edition, this book meets the needs of today's K-12 teachers, updated with the latest tools, techniques, and topics that aren't addressed in teacher education programs. Inside, you will find practical information on classroom management, professional growth, trauma-informed practices, student engagement, social-emotional learning and more. You'll also get an essential introduction to teaching and learning in an AI-enabled world, as well as maximizing the use of digital tools, devices, and apps. With downloadable forms, worksheets, and video instructions available online, this book truly supports you as you enter the challenging and rewarding profession of education.
Get ideas for communicating with concerned parents and caregivers
Learn tips for maintaining a comfortable work-life balance and prioritizing self-care
Help your students succeed with tech-integration and personalized instruction
Maintain a calm, safe classroom with classroom management techniques, apps, and restorative practices
Discover proven strategies for creating a positive classroom environment and, supportive relationships with students
This must-have guide is filled with the information and tips new K-12 teachers need to face classroom challenges with confidence and thrive in the profession.
More details
Edition
5th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
John Wiley & Sons Inc
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 277 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 28 mm
Weight
953 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-394-22553-8 (9781394225538)
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Additional editions

Michelle Cummings | Julia G. Thompson
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
E-Book
03/2024
5th Edition
Wiley
€22.99
Available for download

Michelle Cummings | Julia G. Thompson
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
E-Book
03/2024
5th Edition
Wiley
€22.99
Available for download
Previous edition

Julia G. Thompson
The First-Year Teacher's Survival Guide
Ready-to-Use Strategies, Tools & Activities for Meeting the Challenges of Each School Day
Book
07/2018
4th Edition
Jossey-Bass
Unfortunately, price unknown
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Persons
Michelle Cummings has extensive experience as a teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and as former Chief Academic Officer at Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT). She graduated from Brown University and earned her Ed.M. at Harvard Graduate School of Education. Michelle can be contacted for workshops and speaking engagements through her website (michelle-cummings.com) where she also shares insights on a wide range of educational topics.