Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
31 January 2023, 22:15
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Bad habits, and the factors behind them, are often one major obstacle between you and your goals. You may know what you want to achieve but struggle with procrastination or lack of time.
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
26 January 2023, 14:25
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Now is a good time to set goals for the new year. Below are tips for you to keep in mind and revisit during the year
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
25 January 2022, 13:00
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If there is a thing that you need to do as a new teacher that you need to do is smile, be consistent and have fun. We understand that sometimes it is hard to know what is important and what should go to the bottom of your priority list. Everything takes a back seat to classroom management because if you can not effectively control your classroom, nothing will work as it should. You must master this one area first otherwise teaching can be especially unforgiving.
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
21 January 2022, 12:15
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When stepping into a classroom for the first time as a teacher, you should be ready for everything that you might not have been taught in college. Here are a few strategies for you as a new teacher that you can use for a strong start in front of your class.
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
19 January 2022, 13:00
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Dear Educators,
We understand that you have plenty on your plate and we want you to start off your year right. The frustrations from getting to know your students, creating lesson plans and mastering classroom management can get overwhelming. So here are some things to keep in mind as you begin the year.
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
18 January 2022, 12:10
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This is all that new teachers need when coming into this profession. After all, no one can say that they were prepared for everything that was thrown at them in their first year of teaching. Providing the above from the onset will help make a huge difference and here is how we can go on about that:
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
13 January 2022, 10:25
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If there is one thing that you should know it is this, there is no doubt that there will be successes and failures in your first year of teaching. Starting out your journey in an unfamiliar environment with new faces and processes can cause frightening anticipation.
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
11 January 2022, 12:00
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The first day as a teacher in any school or a classroom might have you feeling excited and anxious all at the same time. You can never be fully prepared for this experience and especially if it is your first year being an educator. Even the experienced teachers feel anxious, facing new students and challenges at the beginning of every school year. Take a deep breath, take in your surrounding and remind yourself of all you have done to get to this point, a successful start. Here are some tips to help you make a positive start and have an impact on your students:
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Posted by Hlengiwe Zwane on
10 January 2022, 12:25
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With most interviews taking place virtually they can be exciting. These usually indicate new opportunities, a new environment and new challenges that just might change your career path. This is why it is important to prepare your answers well in advance. Below is a list of interview questions for educators likely to come up in your interview:
1. Why did you decide to become a teacher?
It seems like an easy question, but don’t be fooled by this. It is important that you have a substantive answer. Institutions want to know that you are dedicated to enriching the lives of students. Answer this honestly and paint a clear picture as to why is it that you actually become a teacher.
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Posted by Karabo Kgophane on
15 October 2021, 13:05
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Stepping into the classroom of your first teaching job is the most joyful yet sobering point in your teaching career. It’s the moment when you realize that every decision you make, big and small, will have a real impact on the lives of other humans. You’ve spent years learning how to teach, and now it’s time to teach your students how to learn.
Feeling the gravity of this responsibility can be daunting, but focusing on a few simple principles will ease the stress of adjusting to your new role and ensure that you teach confidently from the start.
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