Description
Learn the 7 Imperatives for managing the other” work of a teacher!
Every teacher knows that what happens before and after class is as important as what happens during class. This accessible resource gives all teachers indispensable tips for managing professional priorities outside the classroom and saving energy for the most essential part of their work: teaching students.
Real-life vignettes, planning sheets, and other templates, illustrate how to master the multitasking demands of the teaching life, including:
Planning time wisely
Tailoring grading practices to provide clear feedback
Holding productive meetings with students, parents, or colleagues
Keeping and using records effectively
Corresponding with grace, tact, and detail
Processing information and refining procedures
Embracing new professional learning opportunities
Without good planning and organization, even the best teachers may not be able to effectively reach their students, and the classroom can suffer. Using this invaluable guide, teachers can develop their professional skills. First year and veteran teachers alike can find new ideas for the business of running a class so that they can focus on the most important thing: teaching.
