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!
Table of 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
