How to Survive Your First Year in Teaching: Fully updated for the Early Career Framework

A new edition of Sue Cowley's bestselling book, How to Survive Your First Year in Teaching, is a practical guide for early career teachers navigating their first two years in the classroom. It provides helpful tips on workload management, teacher wellbeing, and the introduction of the Early Career Framework and revised National Curriculum.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 11 May 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This new edition of Sue Cowley's bestselling book serves as a comprehensive and practical guide for early career teachers embarking on their first two years in the classroom. Designed as an introspective toolkit, it offers invaluable insights and strategies to help teachers not only survive but thrive during this critical phase of their teaching journey. The latest edition of this book includes valuable new chapters on effective workload management, providing practical tips and techniques to help teachers navigate the demands of their profession. Additionally, it offers numerous useful teacher well-being tips to support their physical and mental health.

In line with the introduction of the Early Career Framework and the revised material on the National Curriculum and the Education Inspection Framework, this edition reflects the latest developments in the field. Written in Sue Cowley's honest, accessible, and down-to-earth style, How to Survive your First Year in Teaching is a must-have for all new teachers at the start of their career.

The book begins by providing an overview of the challenges and rewards of teaching, offering a realistic perspective on the early years of a teaching career. It then delves into the essential skills and qualities that teachers need to develop, such as effective communication, classroom management, and assessment strategies.

Throughout the book, Sue Cowley shares her own experiences and anecdotes, providing relatable insights and practical tips that can help teachers overcome the obstacles they may face during their first year. She addresses common concerns such as stress, burnout, and classroom dynamics, offering practical solutions and strategies to help teachers maintain a healthy work-life balance and build positive relationships with their students and colleagues.

In addition to its practical guidance, the book also includes valuable resources and references for teachers, including checklists, templates, and online resources. It provides a comprehensive roadmap for teachers to navigate their first two years in the classroom, helping them build a strong foundation for their teaching career.

Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned teacher looking to refresh your skills, How to Survive your First Year in Teaching is an essential resource for anyone embarking on this challenging but rewarding journey. With its comprehensive coverage, practical tips, and inspiring stories, this book will empower teachers to thrive in their early years of teaching and make a lasting impact on their students and the profession as a whole.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 137 x 215 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801991834
Edition number: 4 ed