TL;DR: Grow your professional competencies beyond your classroom walls by supporting new teachers, contributing to team meetings, and joining district initiatives. Offer guidance to new staff, share resources with peers, and seek out leadership roles even without the formal title. Stretch your professional edges by actively seeking opportunities for growth in your school and district. While I was getting dynamic … Read More
Episode 162: Uncommon Sense with Dr. Ryan Donlan
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Ryan Donlan, Professor at Indiana State University and former K-12 Superintendent, to discuss the critical role of assistant principals and new teachers in shaping school culture. With over 20 years of leadership experience, Dr. Donlan shares insights on how to ensure every educator feels valued and supported, offering practical advice for building … Read More
Tales of a Teacher: New Teacher Support
TL;DR: This post shares an interview with Susan Jachymiak on why she’s passionate about the topic of new teacher support. Good mentors should be transparent, supportive, and passionate. Many first-year teachers struggle with classroom management. Make sure you give yourself breaks to recharge. New Teacher Support: Interview with Susan Jachymiak I’ve been following Susan Jachymiak on social media for a … Read More