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Feature Writer: Jennifer Wagaman
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Among the articles here in New Teacher Support, you will find all the information you need to become a teacher and thrive in the teaching field. We understand the challenges that new teachers face on a daily basis, and have been there ourselves. Learn from the tips and strategies that have helped millions of teachers across the world.

There is a huge learning curve for new teachers, both new to the field and new to their particular grade or subject area. In order to see the most success and have a fulfilling career, it is important that you take the time to get support, tips, suggestions and ideas for making it through each new day. Here you will find that support and the tips and suggestions you will need to fine tune your lesson planning, organize your classroom and more.

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Jennifer Wagaman

Ten Things to Remember the First Day of School

In: New Teacher Support (general)

There are so many things that new teachers must remember, these tips need to be at the top of the list for the first day of school. more...

How to Get Ready for the First Day of School

In: New Teacher Support (general)

New teachers have a lot on their plate to learn, prepare and understand for the new school year. Here are a couple important tasks to help them along the way. more...

Lessons on Copyright Infringement

In: Lesson Plan Help

Teachers need to be aware of the seriousness of copyright infringements and lead by example to prevent plagiarism in the classroom. more...

Teach Students How to Think

In: Lesson Plan Help

By attending to the four levels of thought in a lesson, teachers can insure the most thorough lesson possible and ensure the highest student achievement. more...

Encourage Increased Student Participation

In: New Teacher Support (general)

Helping every student answer questions in class goes further than simple wait time for many teachers. more...

Inclusion Classroom Tips for New Teachers

In: New Teacher Support (general)

Teaching in an inclusion classroom can be a big challenge for a first year teacher. These tips will help the year be successful and fun! more...

Teaching Students to Read

In: Classroom Organization

The very layout of the classroom helps students learn to read if the teacher utilizes available resources appropriately. more...

Educational Gifts and Games at the End of School

In: New Teacher Support (general)

Celebrate the end of the school year with a renewed focus on having fun while learning. more...

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