Full Description
The first year in teaching will be rewarding and stimulating, but it will also be hard and stressful for most NQTs. A good induction program benefits not only NQTs but also those who support and assess them. Good teachers make good schools - but good schools also make good teachers. In this book, NQT development expert Dr Sara Bubb, explains clearly, accessibly and concisely how to have a successful induction year. It's written both for new teachers themselves and those who support, monitor and assess them: headteachers, induction tutors, coordinators and mentors.
It covers key areas including:
induction regulations
what NQTs are entitled to
meeting the teachers' standards
building relationships
managing work load
emotional resilience
professional development
This is the essential guide on how to successfully complete the NQT year!
Contents
Chapter 1 - Looking after yourself
Chapter 2 - Understanding induction
Chapter 3 - The standards
Chapter 4 - Key concepts to help development
Chapter 5 - Analysing needs, setting objectives and drawing up action plans
Chapter 6 - Professional development
Chapter 7 - Observation
Chapter 8 - Discussing teaching - verbally and in writing
Chapter 9 - Assessment
Chapter 10 - What next?
Appendix - Templates
