7 tips for a strong start as a beginner teacher

Anne Vize

By Anne Vize
Community contribution / February 4, 2025

The start of the school year can be a challenging time for new teachers. If you are feeling a little nervous about confronting your first solo classes without a supervising teacher by your side, here are some top tips to help you relax and get the most out of these first few weeks.

Start the relationship construction on day one by learning names, establishing points of connection and interest and setting clear guidelines.

Establish routines

Routines which are easy to implement, can be carried over from one class to the next and are ...

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