Teaching is a one at a time career. Learning to take everything one at time (1 day, 1 student, 1 success) is the key to focusing on the positive. Teaching students the power of yet, enables students to develop a growth mindset that will lead to empowerment and success. Empower students to take ownership of […]
Teachers have never faced a year like this, so no one has the answers. Schools experiment with schedules and plans, all the while knowing that they really have no idea what will happen in the long run. The one thing that holds true is that relationships matter now more than ever. In the middle of […]
Teachers, as helpful, hopeful professionals, strive to make a difference in every life entrusted to them. We see a classroom full of students and want the best for them, and we pour our efforts and hearts into each one. We have been indoctrinated with the notion that it is our job to reach every child, […]
By Susan Jerrell, TOFT Founder “A smile remains the most inexpensive gift I (you) can bestow on anyone and yet its powers can vanquish kingdoms.”– Og Mandino I might add that the power of a smile can also influence the entire day for you and the students in your classroom. It is a simple, free […]
The first week of school sets the tone for the entire year. The minute your students first see you, they begin forming opinions of you and your personality. They form their perceptions of your classroom. While many teachers spend hours of their time and money decorating their room, beyond a first glance, what students are […]
Not so long ago after an arduous week of ISTEP testing, special education fiascos, and wild students antsy for Spring Break, I almost lost my mind during 7th period. My classroom erupted into mass chaos and I was part of the problem. My clothes were uncomfortable, my shoes too tight, my eyes hurt from looking […]
Our new home is a renovation project my husband and I have been working on together for the past two years. With only two bedrooms and limited space in our small home, the second bedroom was the obvious choice for my relaxation room. Thankfully, this space feels great and is not a high traffic area […]
Technology tricks can keep non-digital natives up to date. Don’t let fear hold you back from learning the technology you need for your classroom. Nike coined the phrase “Just Do It,” and that is my advice when it comes to teachers and technology. Too often teachers uncomfortable with technology are afraid and worried about failing, so they […]
by Time Out For Teachers | Jan 1, 2020 | Time Out For You Winter is the perfect time to manifest your goals. Just as we teach students how to create SMART goals, we must do the same for our New Year growth goals.
You know you’ve been social distancing too long when you recognize each of these signs. A humorous look at stay at home reality. When things go wrong, you just have to laugh! Read this humorous take on the first day back from Winter Break. We bet you can relate!
Feb 13, 2020 | Positivity & Inspiration Creating a positive tribe is essential for teachers.This creates a deep sense of connection through shared experiences and make for a happier work life read more Jan 30, 2020 | Positivity & Inspiration Teachers can’t save them all, but we can love them all. How not to let […]
Show Respect to Gain Respect – Time Out For Teachers
Show respect to gain respect. There are few absolute truths in teaching, but this one is just as true now as it was when I began teaching 29 years ago and for all times before that. “Students work hardest for teachers they like and respect.” A teacher meme attributed to Dr. Debbie Silver said, “When I’m […]