Description
Book SynopsisIt's all about the right support, at the right time, in the right amount
New teaching staff, whether novice or veteran, are a central part of a successful school year. So why is it that they are often greeted at the door of our school community with the autopilot vibe of a ticket taker at the movies? Onboarding Teachers changes the rules of engagement, offering activities and practical strategies that focus leaders and coaches on critical aspects of success for that make-or-break first year.
Built on high-impact instructional and coaching practices and ready for you to roll out in four eight-week cycles, everything you need is here:
- Timely content aligned to needs as they come up throughout the year including the physical environment, engagement, and classroom management
- Checklists and self assessments to gauge readiness
- Sample emails and communication tips for various audiences
- Coaching scenari
Table of Contents
Introduction: Building a New Generation of Educators Cycle 1. Planning for Your First Day of School Cycle 2. Starting Out Strong Cycle 3. How Are We Building Students’ Perceptions of Excellence? Cycle 4. Are We Teaching With Clarity? Cycle 5. How Are We Using Evidence-Based Instruction to Foster Student Ownership of Their Learning? Cycle 6. How Do We Teach Responsively? Cycle 7. How Will Students Know They Are Successful? Cycle 8. Closing the Year and Moving Forward Index References
