Advice From My Coach

First year teachers in the Broward County Public Schools shared the best advice their coaches gave them during their first semester on the job. If you are a new teacher and have any additional advice you received please post it in the comments.

The best advice my Instructional Coach gave me was...

Take one thing at a time. My coach noticed that I tend to take on too much, so he told me to pace myself. He gave me some great ideas on how to be more effective and use time more efficiently. This way I can help the students but still have time to plan other interesting activities instead of doing work that will not be as beneficial to the students.
Irene, Second Grade, Colbert Elementary

Review the Florida Performance Measurement System (FPMS) observation tool used by my AP when doing his formal observation. She explained each category in depth so I understood what I would be observed on.
Megan, First Grade Teacher, Palm Cove Elementary

Do not take on too many things. Its new and exciting, but I cannot do everything. Learn to say no and take time to complete my steps towards my professional certification.
Rachelle, World Languages, West Broward High School

Believe in myself and my abilities to change children's lives for the better!
Lauren, Davie Elementary

Take it one day at a time with a peek at the following day.
Dayana, Kindergarten teacher, Silver Shores Elementary

Don’t be afraid to ask questions!!
Nicole, ESE Teacher, Pembroke Pines Elementary

Don’t worry about things that I cannot control.
Savannah, Pembroke Pines Elementary

To always ask a lot of questions. It is better to ask a lot of questions then to be unclear.

Jenna, 3rd Grade Teacher, Silver Shores Elementary