It has been almost quarter of a century since I left the primary school classroom as a pupil. Despite the efforts of my friends who tried to convince me otherwise, I vowed never to return as a teacher. Until now.
Following a career change, I now find myself as a Newly Qualified Teacher in a North Yorkshire school. During these early days of my teaching career, I'm discovering that primary education is very different to how I remember it...
#13 A Tale of Two ParentsI often wonder what the most important professional relationship is for a teacher. Is it with the Headteacher? Is it with fellow teachers? Could it be with a Teaching Assistant? Oh, what about the children? (Probably best to …Read More
#11 You can say no
OK. I didn't do it. I got nominated for the Ice Bucket Challenge, and I declined. I paid money to a charity of my choice, but politely said no.
That's not to say I haven't enjoyed the spectacle. I watched countless celeb…Read More
#12 Teaching ISN'T the most important part of the jobThis is pretty controversial, so prepare yourself: Teaching is NOT the most important role of the teacher.
After a six week break, many children are not ready for school. Some can't wait to get back. For others it's an escap…Read More
Guided Reading - IraqIn my previous post, I posed some ideas as to how teachers could interact with the current situation in Iraq. Well, here is a guided reading activity that I have written, available through my page on the TES resources site. G…Read More
#14 You have to broad shouldered to be a Computing CoordinatorAfter completing my NQT year, I was expected to take on a subject leadership role. I was gently persuaded that my skills and expertise would be ideal for the role of Computing Coordinator.
In my
I envisioned that this role, …Read More
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