Developing as a Professional Educator
My professional growth goal is to learn best practices and implement them effectively.
Will I be able to reach this goal?? I hope to as I am continuing to learn best practices through my coach as well as my team.
This goal is one that I will continue to keep is I want to improve my teaching techniques. I believe it is necessary to come into teaching with an open mind and know that flexibility is key to success. I now have strategies in place so I can adjust a lesson in the middle of teaching. I will always strive to be better and learn more so that I can ensure that I am reaching all my students with the content. When I see my lessons enacted effectively with engagement I will know that I am on the right track.
How I will remain a connected educator?
I will strive to continue learning as much as I can about new systems, technology, and resources that will help me grow.
I do not believe you ever stop learning and I have always been able to find new and exciting resources to continue my growth.
How to sustain the momentum
I think jumping into my third year with yet a different grade will help to keep my momentum. I will need to brush up on new curriculum and resources and these changes will help to keep me involved.
I believe in a work life balance more so than ever before. I know that I need to take care of myself so that I can share with my students in a meaningful way.
Advice for new teachers
Expect the unexpected.
Flexibility is key. You have to be able to roll with it even when it seems crazy. Always have a back up plan ready for when the day changes.
I always have a couple short lessons in my back pocket just in case.