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Welcome to Year One
You never forget your first year of teaching. From setting up a classroom to striking a work-life balance, year one of any teacher’s career can be a roller coaster.
At a time when many teachers are choosing to leave the profession, Year One follows a newly minted teacher, Jenna, as she navigates the ups and downs of her first year in the classroom.
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So your classroom has rules and routines (they’re on giant posters—you can’t miss ‘em). But what happens when your students start to test boundaries?
Miss Jenna MacNulty shares her experience dealing with unexpected behavior challenges, like a student hiding under an umbrella behind a bookshelf for 35 minutes. Hear Jenna’s thoughts on balancing discipline with compassion and trying to find a long-term solution. Will she be able to maintain control of her classroom? Or will her administration need to get involved?
Stay tuned for our next episode, "The Parent Connection," premiering October 8!
I've wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember, and I can't believe I finally have my own third grade classroom now! I wanted to share my story to document not only the rewarding moments of my first year in the classroom, but also the challenges. Through Year One, I hope to showcase the realities of being a teacher beyond colorful classroom decor and perfectly curated lesson plans.
Join me as I navigate year one in the classroom, and follow me on social media to share your thoughts!
