Wow, we have the same passion: teaching. Though, I still haven't tried it. I'm taking my master's degree to prepare myself before plunging into that profession.
So now, I'm talking from a student's perspective.
I love teachers who know their stuff and those who are not boring. Effective teachers for me are those who are able to keep me awake for the whole session, injecting intelligent jokes or sharing relevant social issues.
Encourage interactive lessions. Student's participation is a good way to make them feel they belong to your class.
Maintain a good atmosphere. Teach something new. Trivia related to your discussion can be helpful to get your student's attention.
Ask them their opinion. Start with a diagnostic exam - can be done by simply asking them what they know of the subject.
Personalize your lesson. Relate it with them or to everyday life.Advice for a new teacher...?
I'm only about 2 years out of high school, so I think I may still remember some of what made a good teacher...
Being young and female, I wouldn't dress in any way that would be *too* distracting to male students. Crude, yeah, but it happens, boys will be boys, so if you really want to sink your teachings into their heads, I wouldn't wear anything with buttons unless you have an undershirt (the cloth can bow out and reveal skin - boy am I saying a lot about myself in this one haha), don't show too much cleavage (which, I understand you'll know this going into a SCHOOL of all places, but even if you think it's fine and tasteful, they may look at it otherwise), don't wear too short of skirts... point being, guys will try everything!
Also, given that you're young, relate to them. You know, still be authorative and let them know that you're to be respected, but students don't like to feel like they're looked down upon - especially by younger teachers. If you're nice to them, they'll be nice to you and will be far less likely to cause any outbursts - especially being juniors and seniors, they're going to be more mature and rather than being disruptive, they'd be more likely to just aggrivating you and giving you a hard time IF they didn't like you.
So yeah, those are the essentials, really, I think. Like I said, just be their friend... like a good friend trying to teach them something. They'll respond to that. Be creative and exciting. Let them call you Ms. (your first name)... that's ';cool'; and kids love a ';cool'; teacher.
try being nice but not too nice or else your students will not think your serious when you really are hope this helps
I suppose you'd want students to respect you, but I think the best way to go about that isn't to act chummy with them... Make sure your class rules/expectations are laid in front of them, and if they don't live up to it, tough luck.
It may be a bit horrible, but the best teachers I had in high school didn't allow me to slack off or come up with some BS excuse. I felt like I was letting them down when I didn't do things, not just because they set a high standard for everyone, but when you didn't live up to it, it felt like they would lose some respect/faith for the student. (This was never expressed verbally, but they had a look that said it). Then again, I also feel I only had 2 really good teachers during HS. Then again, if this isn't part of your style, don't do it. A good teacher is one who feels confident in their knowledge and ability to pass it on. Those are the teachers that stand out.
make them feel like adults. esp. the seniors. no one likes to be treated like their five years old. be really into the subject you're teaching and try and use the media (tv, movies, radio, music, etc.) to relate to your subject. be animated. be their best friend. if your class is a little immature, try not to blow your top. it's what they want to happen. to you to see your reaction in a time of stress. have a passion for what you do. never forget it.
Get the book ';How to be an effective teacher, The first days of school'; by Harry K Wong and Rosemary T. Wong. It is filled with many great ideas and techniques.
be more animated to make it less boring and start off st ricked then go to the nice teacher routine that lets them know what you can be if they disrespect you
teenagers are great bullshit detector's, they know whey your there for them or if your there for the money.Try to go easy on them but don't be to easy,try to come up with fun ways to teach a subject and try to comprehend that not everyone learns the same way cause some kids are kinistetic(sp) learners or the other kinds.
I am a student, and I can say, I love a teacher who is serious when it matters, but can be very humorous, one who is very approachable, and one who controls his/her classroom. I also like a teacher who pronounces my name right, because mine is rather hard to say :-). I also like doing lots of hands on stuff and projects, however, I do know many people who would just as soon take a quiz than do a project. Something one of my favorite teachers did within the first week of school was take a ';how you learn best test.'; We took it, and then we got into groups in different corners of the room, so we could see who else learned ';our'; way, and he read what they all meant and what some career options would be best for our type of learning. It also helped him because he got to see who of his students would work well together, and what kind of things he should do to enforce the information. It is also very important to lay down the law. :-) Make sure everyone knows your homework policies/tardy policies/supplies rules, etc. And be firm!! You will be fine!! Just don't let em see you sweat! Be confident and enjoy this new experience! :-)
Be kind, but make sure you start off with a no nonsense attitude. Convey to your students that you won't take any ';crap'; and you will treat them with reciprocal respect. And don't be afraid to admit it if you're wrong. You'll find, especially with higher level and older students, that sometimes they'll try to correct you if you make an error or try to prove you wrong. When you're wrong, laugh it off and admit you're human.
My advice...nip the ';internet lingo'; in the butt!
Students will try to use it but don't let them. It's lazy and teaches them nothing.
I will always remember my middle school teachers, they were great. Don't get me wrong I know that high school will be very different from middle school, but it still takes the same qualities to make a great teacher so I'll tell you the qualities that make the best teachers in the eyes of a student:
Make your subject interesting, not only do students not pay attention in boring classes, they do lower quality work. Do hands on work, and connect your subject with things your students can relate to(internet, shopping, parties)
Let your students get to know you, the more they trust you, the more open they will be with you(in a good way)Tell an occasional interesting story about your years in high school, or past relationships, cracking the occasional joke.
Make sure they respect your authority, you are the teacher and they must always listen to you
Prepare them for tests and exams ahead of time, that way if they fail and blame it on you, you can use that to your advantage.(things like missed homeworks etc.)
Keep a pleasant appearance, it always helps. But like Zac said, nothing too distracting to male students.
Encourage your students to be the best they can be, and always try your best to help them if they are struggling. Also, listen to your students, the smallest bit of helpful information could stop a potential suicide.
Be confident, speak loud, and look at your students (if they see you as shy they will take advantage of you)But most important of all, be yourself
Hormones make teenagers act stupid(i should know) relationships, and all other types of drama will be everywhere in high school, keep a cool head, and do the best you can. If you really enjoy teaching, you will be an excellent teacher
Going back to the hormones, I noticed you are a female, I will warn you ahead of time that the male students will look at you, If they say anything offensive, you have every right to punishment, but remember, hormones make teenagers weird, don't take anything too seriously, and don't think about it too much.
Respect your students, they will respect you back
Enjoy your new job, I know you will make an excellent teacher, good luck!
appearance is everything
Love ur profession and automatically u'll becom favorite teacher
That's awesome! I'm going to be a junior this year. As far as what students want, well it all depends on the student. But I really like the teachers that I can look up to and that are really involved in what is going on in their students lives. Asking them questions about things they do and their family is always good. I know there's not always time to get to know everyone real well, but if you get to know a few students really well then that's great. Students would say that they like easy assignments, but I've found that more difficult critical thinking assignments have gotten me further in classes. They've really helped me grow as a student academically. I wouldn't ever do multiple choice tests except for finals, but I've found that short answer questions usually work the best. The students are able to learn more that way. I'm sure you'll do great with the students. Just be yourself and they'll like you.
WHATEVER U DO, do not b 2 nice cuz then NO ONE CAN CONCENTRATE in ur class. But don't be mean either cuz then EVERYONE WILL HATE you. Just act like ur self %26amp; b a friend 2 ur students.
I'm going to be a junior in high school this year so I think that these tips will help you.
Like some other poster said here, make your subject INTERESTING. Don't just start talking about the subject in a monotone voice and be super boring. Also, it helps if you don't get off topic when teaching the subject ( I had a teacher last year who would do this and I barely passed her class.) So if somebody asks a question then please answer it the best way you can without getting off the topic you were discussing.
Do Not and I repeat DO NOT favor certain students. A lot of the teachers in my school do this with the popular students and jocks and think that they are popular among the students, when actually 3/4 can't stand you so don't do that! Treat all your students equally.
If a student is being disrespectful it's ok to get angry with them but don't scream in their face! Discuss the matter with them if they become a problem. Also use the hallway and office as a last resort if the person is being too disruptive because let's face it, their not going to get an education and fit into society if their in those 2 places all the time.
Try to let the students get to know you and try to find things in common with every one of your students. I mean sure you won't have anything in common with a lot of them but atleast try! Also if a student has a problem let them know that they can come talk to you.
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