I'll never forget the most important lesson I learned in college as an educator. It had a HUGE impact on me, and I still think about it every year as I get my new group of students. I was a double major - elementary and special education. At my particular university, this meant I took 13 credits more than than someone pursuing a an elementary education degree. What it really meant - more sped classes. No biggie. So I took my special … [Read more...] about The Most Important Educator Lesson
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FREE Secretary’s Day Gift Download
Did you know Secretary's Day is coming up soon? You may refer to it as Administrative Assistant Day. Regardless, it's a great day to show the school secretary exactly how much he or she means to you! That's why I wanted to share this FREE Secretary's Day gift idea. Now - let me be the first to tell you that I think the school secretary should be treated well year round! Spoil them and show them appreciation every chance you get! This person is … [Read more...] about FREE Secretary’s Day Gift Download
End of Year Wordle Gift for Students
I have been fortunate enough to have some great students thus far into my teaching career! Last year's group of 6th graders was especially special because they were the first group of sixth graders I'd taught in my career and they were just amazing students. So I wanted to do something special to let them know how much I cared and to show them that their classmates care about them! (After all, middle school can be a rough time in anyone's life. I … [Read more...] about End of Year Wordle Gift for Students
Stress Relief “Gift” for Teachers, Staff, and Everyone Else!
A few weeks back I came into my classroom to find this little lovely on my desk. What a simple, yet fun way to end the school year! Of course my 6th graders just laugh if I look the least bit stressed and ask me if I popped any "stress relief" lately! :) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ And since this post went live, I had a LOT of people ask me if they can get a printable version of this. So I created one! You'll now fine this teacher … [Read more...] about Stress Relief “Gift” for Teachers, Staff, and Everyone Else!
Have a “BRIGHT” School Year! {Fun Gift Idea!}
As some of you start to gear up for the new school year, I wanted to share this little item I whipped up last year! It's a FREE back to school printable that states "Have a BRIGHT School Year!" There are five different types of tags to use - each with four different, "bright" graphics! Choose the one that works for you and your style. This free back to school printable would make a great gift for your coworkers OR your students at a variety of … [Read more...] about Have a “BRIGHT” School Year! {Fun Gift Idea!}
Mother’s Day Tulips Gift with FREE Download
Looking for a quick and easy (not to mention last minute!) Mother's Day gift? Then this is for you! Simply click on the picture above to get your free mother's day tulips gift. Have your students color them, cut them out, and then create some type of stem for them. Here are my suggestions: Attach pixie stix as a stem Attach pipe cleaners and give in a vase of some sort Attach pipe cleaners and put them onto a picture with a vase or … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day Tulips Gift with FREE Download
Panicked About the Teacher Interview?: Five Areas of Focus for the Busy Teacher Candidate
I'd like to welcome Dr. Kresse and Dr. Vallely to HoJo's Teaching Adventures. The two men have some ideas for those of you looking for a teaching job. I hope you enjoy! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We see it again and again. Hardworking student teachers or recent graduates from teaching colleges who have done everything asked of them to prepare for work in the classroom. However, figuring out how to land the job has been an afterthought at … [Read more...] about Panicked About the Teacher Interview?: Five Areas of Focus for the Busy Teacher Candidate
Top Five Things To Do During Student Teaching to Make Your Teacher Interview Easier
Today I am excited to welcome William A. Kresse, Ph.D. and Michael J. Vallely, Ph.D. They are the authors of The Insider’s Guide to the Teacher Interview. They wrote a previous piece here at HoJo's Teaching Adventures entitled Panicked About the Teacher Interview?: Five Areas of Focus for the Busy Teacher Candidate. Today they are here to share the "Top Five Things To Do During Student Teaching to Make Your Teacher Interview Easier!" Please sit … [Read more...] about Top Five Things To Do During Student Teaching to Make Your Teacher Interview Easier
Handmade Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Will you be creating Mother's Day gifts with your students this year? With May 11th just around the corner, you may be looking for some classroom-tested projects. Take a look at these four ideas that have been made over the years by my students (the supply lists and instructions are included below). Colorful vase - This is a simple process that creates a beautiful end result using recycled bottles and tissue paper. The children really enjoy … [Read more...] about Handmade Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
