Nine Tips for Reflecting After the First Week of Teaching

As the school year gets underway, use some of that new energy and make a conscious effort to reflect on your first week of teaching in Australia . Here are a few tips to get you started:

1. How much of an effort did I make to get to know my students?

2. What do my students know about me?

3. What did I learn from my students this week?

4. Did I set my classroom rules and have I been clear in communicating them?

5. Did I spent some time getting to know new colleagues?

6. Have I asked for help when I needed it or offered to help a new teacher?

7. What is my plan to communicate with the parents? When do I want to do this?

8. What are some new teaching techniques that I want to try this year?

9. How do I want my students to remember this year?

New and experienced teachers may have different things to reflect on, but for anyone starting in a new role there are a number of practical things everyone should check off to ensure a smooth transition . As the school year continues and things get busy take the time reflect on who you are as a teacher and what are the most important lessons you want your students to learn.