first year teachers

Now rookie teachers can navigate the challenges posed by middle school-age children, using the advice of second-year and veteran teachers. From developing a daily routine and grading system to professional development, first-year teachers in middle school can establish themselves among students, parents, and administrators. In doing so, they will become motivating and successful educators for years to come!.

""If you're thinking about choosing teaching as a career, read this book. Becoming a Win-Win Teacher will give you the courage to lead, the power to innovate, and the perspective to find joy and success in this satisfying, sometimes frustrating, always honorable career. This book is a keeper-a resource you'll refer to year after year."- Leanna Landsmann Author, A+ Advice for Parents" ""Going from being a student to being a teacher is a huge transition, and Bluestein's information helps bridge this gap. This book gives a novice educator every tool to help develop a successful career and a professional identity. It should be in the hands of every educator."-Suzanne Goodison, Principal Robert W. Carbone Elementary School East Haven, CT"--BOOK JACKET.

Describes Donna Moffett's first year as an elementary school teacher in inner city New York after leaving a career at a law office. Explores her frustrations with the public education system, focusing on the unrealistic demands of achievement standards laid out for teachers. Exposes the flaws in the way parents and administrators interact with teachers and students.

Provides advice to teachers for developing communication skills, personal management skills, political savvy, and positive psychological knowledge.

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.