first year teachers

Offers advice to new teachers and other recipients in the mentoring process on how best to profit from the mentoring relationship.

Presents strategies, professional tools, and materials designed to help first year teachers approach their jobs with confidence and professionalism, covering such topics as organization, behavior problems, evaluation, stress management, and others. Includes a list of resources.

Presents guidance for mentors of new teachers, explaining why mentors are needed and how to think like a coach, allow freedom to experiment, help with classroom management challenges, foster reflection, and encourage professional development.

A collection of 35 case studies of first-year teaching experiences - a mixture of true dilemmas and best solution scenarios - that bridge education theory and practice to shed light on actual problems and challenges new teachers most often confront. Also includes case introductions and topics and exercises for reflection.

A comprehensive guide for teachers providing information on classroom management, scheduling, handling diversity and behavioral problems, creating effective lesson plans, seating and desk placement, and homework.