Ep 136: Summer Prep for First-Year Teachers

In this episode, English teacher Abby Bartle from Oswego High School shares invaluable advice for new educators preparing for their first year in the classroom. Drawing from her own experiences and insights from fellow first-year teachers, Abby offers a chronological guide taking you from the end of student teaching through summer preparation and into those crucial first days of school.

Discover practical tips on:

• What to save from student teaching
• How to use your summer effectively (hint: it's not all about lesson planning!)
• Establishing classroom procedures while building authentic relationships
• Finding balance between structure and personality
• Reflecting on your first year to grow as an educator

Whether you're finishing student teaching, job hunting, or anxiously awaiting your first classroom, this episode provides the encouragement and practical wisdom you need to approach your first year with confidence.

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