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How Struggling and First-Time Teachers Can Stay Organized and Succeed

By Ms. Rebecca Moore Founder of Able Rise https://ablerise.net

If you are like most teachers, then you have a lot on your plate. From cleaning your classroom to coming up with lesson plans, there is a lot to do. In order to handle it all, you need to be organized. NAU Department of Educational Leadership Rural Schools Resource Center understands just how much goes into shaping young minds, so here is some great advice for how you can organize your lesson plans, design an engaging classroom, and keep your digitized documents in order so you can run the school year with ease.

Break Down Your Goals Into More Manageable Pieces

You will have many goals as a teacher. Whether you are trying to organize your classroom or teach your class a brand new subject, you need to take it one step at a time.

To do so, break your large goal into more manageable pieces that you can tackle one at a time. Then, Weidel On Winning notes to set a reasonable deadline for each smaller goal. Accomplishing smaller tasks will make you feel more productive and eager to move on to the next milestone. Every time you reach a goal, reward yourself with a small perk, like a 15-minute break or a nice lunch with your friends. If you happen to falter on reaching a goal, don’t beat yourself up too much and do what you can to get back on track.

How Struggling and First Time Teachers Can Stay Organized and Succeed Takeways

By Rebecca Moore

1. Break Down Your Goals Into More Manageable Pieces. Take it one step at a time.

2. Digitize Your Records and Modify Your PDF Files. Scan all paperwork into the computer and store in separate organized folders.

3. Design an Engaging Classroom. An engaging classroom will keep the students intrigued and ready to learn.

4. Use Helpful Tech. Use technology that is available. For example, if your class is working on more than one project or assignment, an app like Trell will help you stay organized. Finally, the app FocusMe is a great tool to block out distracting websites and social media.

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