In The Happy Teacher Habits, I covered several ways to leave work at a decent hour. This is important because it . . . Lowers stress. Makes the job more enjoyable. Frees you to enjoy your family and hobbies. Helps you avoid burnout. Gives … Read more
Daily visualization will make you a calmer, more effective teacher. And it works immediately. Try it just once before school and you’ll have an easier day of teaching. Here’s how to do it: 1. Close your classroom door. 2. Sit or stand in place. … Read more
It’s tough to be a teacher right now. Pressure from all sides. More and more and more on your plate. Misbehavior and disrespect on the rise. It’s no wonder that in a recent survey half of all teachers are thinking about quitting the profession. … Read more
Here at SCM, we’d like to extend our deepest thanks. We appreciate you and the wonderful support we receive throughout the year. We’re truly grateful for the opportunity to help you improve your classroom. We are especially excited for 2022. We have a new … Read more
According to the American Psychological Association, 44 percent of teachers report being physically attacked by a student. And this was before the pandemic and return to in-person learning. Pull aside any honest administrator and they’ll tell you that violence and aggression are up since … Read more
There is a simple way to get better at classroom management week after week. It involves doing one small thing. This one thing takes just minutes a day and isn’t a behavior strategy. In fact, it’s something you do after your students leave for … Read more
Kids don’t misbehave because they don’t want discipline. They misbehave because they do. They crave it. They seek it out. They push and probe and increase their misbehavior in order to find your limits. Firm boundaries tell them that someone cares. It let’s them … Read more
There is a way to stand head and shoulders above any teacher at your school. Not that that’s the goal, mind you. But I assume it is your goal to get the most out of your students, to see dramatic improvement, to propel them … Read more