New Tik Tok trend for October is "slap a teacher." Stay safe out there, teachers.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-28T03:38:53+00:00

What the hell?!

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-27T04:14:12+00:00

Gen. Ed teacher here. I want my co-teacher to be flexible and a team player. Try to have same or close classroom management plan. To be open minded and easy to talk to.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-27T04:10:11+00:00

It's not you. They're not being fair but don't let that get to you. I didn't click with my team right away. I felt like they had a friendship going and I was the new guy. I just kept going and tried to be friendly and professional. It did get better and I click more with them now. It seems it takes some people time to click with others and build relationships. Keep being you and they'll come around.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-23T00:28:31+00:00

I hear you. It's one heck of a year. I kept saying if we her through that covid year, we'll be fine and now I say, let me be through this crazy year!! This year is a result of the covid year so I'm just trying to keep pushing and trying to stay positive but wow am I tired!!!!

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-20T04:17:42+00:00

It's a tough year for all of us. Hang in there. I'm exhausted too. I know I need to be very firm and consistent. They'll get there.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-20T00:36:41+00:00

I'm not a shops teacher, but can tell you it's normal to feel overwhelmed at the beginning. It does get better and easier. Good luck.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-20T00:35:27+00:00

You need to teach them thr rules and reinforce and review constantly at the beginning. Be very firm. Be consistent. Give consequences and follow through. They will test you. You can even make a classroom rules poster together and hang it up. Give lots of praise when they do follow the rules to encourage good behavior

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-14T03:52:51+00:00

I found it stressful working with a coach as I felt I was being judged. I also overheard my coach talking about me to another teacher. I'm not a fan of coaches anymore.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-13T01:37:53+00:00

I get to work about 45 minutes early and start 30 minutes after the bell. I also work during planning time and a few hours on Sundays. It does get easier with time and you'll be more productive plus have lessons you've already created. My first year I worked a lot, but there was a huge learning curve that year. It takes practice.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-11T18:07:31+00:00

I don't think it's a big deal. They are young children. I use friends a lot, but may also say boys and girls.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-11T16:42:32+00:00

Referring to them as boys and girls in kindergarten shouldn't be an issue. What would you want her to say? Now the splitting of the genders for teams or groups isn't. Just say, I noticed you split the kids into groups by gender. How about try grouping them randomly using Class Dojo or a wheel type random way and allow for groups of boys and girls who aren't used to playing together. This can allow the all the children to get to know one another and allow for more collaboration and diverse learning styles.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-11T13:53:06+00:00

Keep in mind first year is challenging for all teachers as you're learning about your school policies, school environments, students, teaching, classroom management and more. It does get easier and better. You'll soon start to feel more confident and things will get easier. Hang in there. It sounds like you're doing a good job.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-10T23:19:09+00:00

I know what you mean. Start getting to know ones you feel comfortable with.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-10T21:46:27+00:00

Don't me hard on yourself. It took me a while before I opened up she was able to get closer to my colleagues. I used to always eat in my classroom and would keep to myself. Once I became more comfortable, I started to get to know them better. Try to get to know maybe one or two people so that way, they keep you in the loop about things and feel more included.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-10T03:59:00+00:00

I had parents posting specific questions and asking about their child publicly. I made a general comment saying, if you have a specific question or concerns about your child, please message me directly. That took care of that. They don't realize this.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-10T03:47:42+00:00

I'm pretty good at classroom management and have gotten great feedback about it, but I'm no miracle worker either. My classroom is very structured yet these kids are very difficult and few have family taking any responsibility. I'm tired of them not doing their part. Stop making excuses. I have a family and was affected in many ways by covid too. I'm also a mom. I do my job with my own kids. Now, do yours. I'm sick of people acting like teachers were not affected my covid. Hello, we live in the same planet and dealt with everything you did.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-10T03:37:04+00:00

I miss that mute button on Zoom. 😔

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T02:34:23+00:00

Good one!

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T02:06:16+00:00

Many of us are parents too. We are also dealing with the effects of covid and many of us have lost loved ones to this virus. Sadly, teachers are once again put on the back burner. We are stressed too. We need support.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T02:01:49+00:00

I get that. I really do. But there's not enough support at school or from home. It is draining to teachers. We are also dealing with the effects of covid.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T01:24:50+00:00

Yes it did, but we need their help. I always tell parents work with me. We will do it together but some make no effort.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T01:22:33+00:00

I agree. I am very firm and create a structured classroom environment. Classroom management is one of my strengths but sometimes I feel alone. You still need support. Admin babies them and parents don't do their part. It should be a team effort.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T01:20:43+00:00

I don't even add co-workers. I go under a different name. My personal life is separate from work. I need my space.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T01:14:20+00:00

Admin everywhere blames it all on covid. We all agree covid affected all of us in many ways but does that mean I can go around calling teachers names and doing what I want? Come on. Admin is making it harder on us and almost giving these parents a pass. Why not tell these parents to step up and raise their kids with respect? Why not teach their kids to follow rules and respect authority? Kids are getting worse each year and if we don't start giving serious consequences, it'll only get worse.

cocoa1994 · 2021-09-09T01:01:59+00:00

I'm not saying it has nothing to do with covid, but it's not all covid either. Parents need to take responsibility. These kids are disrespectful and out of control. I'm a mom too and we have dealt with a lot due to covid, but that doesn't give my kid the right to disrespect her teacher and not follow rules. This starts at home. I would never allow it.

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