Being a New Teacher is Hard, But You're Not Alone!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a brand new teacher? Well, it's a bit like being a superhero in training! Sometimes it’s really fun, but sometimes it’s super tricky too. Here’s what you should know:

• It's okay to feel overwhelmed. New teachers are often alone in the classroom with their students for hours. Sometimes, they might feel like they're the only ones struggling, but that’s not true.
• Your first year is all about surviving. That might sound strange, but it's true. It takes time to learn how to manage a class and teach lessons. It’s like learning a new video game. It takes a while to get good at it.
• Don't worry if you can’t do everything right away. You don't have to be perfect in the first year. Even experienced teachers have hard days.
• It’s not you, it’s the job. Sometimes students don't behave well, but it doesn't mean you’re a bad teacher. Lots of students can be disruptive.
• You will get better with time. It takes about seven years to become really good at teaching. Each year you will get a little better.
• It’s hard to balance work and life. Teachers often take work home, but they need to try to relax so they don't get burned out.
• Being a new teacher is super tiring. It’s as tiring as having a new baby!. But, teachers get breaks to rest and recharge.
• Many teachers leave within the first five years. This shows how hard the job is. But if you stay in the game, you will start to feel better about your teaching and get more comfortable.

It is important to remember that even though it’s hard, it gets better. Be patient with yourself and don't give up!

To watch my latest video in which I go into more detail about each of the topics click on the image above.