First Year Teacher Tips

[@ejo4squared01]

The advice to stop always comparing and to focus on your personal version of progress is really helpful!

[@KateTheSleepyTeacher]

I think we can learn so much from veteran teachers. No matter what year you are in you should be looking towards the veterans. We have a teacher has is on her 30th year and I always ask her for advice. She is so wise and I want to soak up as much as possible from her before she retires.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Veteran teachers are FABULOUS! Especially, those kind and genuine vets. Yes, soak up that knowledge. ((HUGS))

[@donnellabaker6119]

Definitely! They just have so much knowledge and experience. I still go to my grandmother who is a retired school teacher with 40 years of experience to help me when I just need insight and help.

[@jessicamarie.8306]

I'm student teaching right now. I wish you could have been my mentor teacher, you are so knowledgeable, kind, and an amazing educator. I love your personality and teaching style. Thank you for this video. God bless. ❤️

[@denisecollins3350]

I am a first year teacher but I am humble as humble pie. I am always seeking out the best for help. I always say thank you, and I always let them know how much I appreciated their assistance and time.

[@StarbuckEducation]

I agree with the priority, it takes a while to be comfortable with leaving some work for the next day etc. We need time to recharge at home.

[@teachingandtutus1097]

Thanks for the great advice! I just accepted my very first teaching job (2nd grade) and I'm looking for all the advice I can get!

[@OneFABTeacher]

Yay!! Congrats!! ((HUGS))

[@missevans626]

How’s it going ? I’m going into teaching this fall 🤗!

[@colenadaniels5581]

This is my first year Teaching. I’m leaving a career as a Social Worker. I’m so nervous. Your videos are so encouraging.

[@tmcelhone3308]

You are so wise. If I only took your advice when I started teaching .... man you DON’T come across “that” way.... ❤️

[@OneFABTeacher]

Awwwww, thank you! ((Hugs))

[@tmcelhone3308]

@@OneFABTeacher -- what is the "bucket filler" wall/activity behind you. I am going to use the "I'm done, now what do I do". . . .but is the "bucket filler" part of that idea...?

[@ivela4]

I’m a first year and I know I have so so so much to learn from others. I take every advice that I can and I am constantly picking everyone’s brain lol. I have been trying to do better at leaving on time since I already arrive 1 hour to an 1 hour 1/2 before school starts. It’s the best time to get my copies done and get ready for my day. By 4:00 I am ready to leave and head to the gym to work on myself. Thanks for the video Ms. May!

[@stephaniehenry6026]

I just graduated Feb 12 and I am so grateful to hear your words of wisdom. You have a gift Miss May. Love and hugs. Your sister Stephanie

[@aldinedejager8745]

Mis May I just want to tell you that I'm a first year student studying for foundation phase at Potchefstroom kampus in South Africa. I have al of these projects to do and its really getting to me, but you ALWAYS inspire me, you ALWAYS make me want to do my work and work hard. So yeah I just wanted to say thanks for everything you do and all the time you put into these videos, because you are helping teachers / almost teachers all around the world. You are inspiring us all and motivating us in all ways possible ! Thanks Mis May!!! Keep doing what you're doing !!

[@Matthew_James]

I’ve just been hired as a teaching assistant with the possibility of being made a full time teacher. This video is really helpful!

[@MelissaJMJ]

Thank you so much. First year teacher here. I start in September. I appreciate all of your advice and I’ve been following you for the past few months. God bless you!

[@leannegallant740]

One Fab Teacher, Miss May, you truly ROCK!!! I wish I had someone share those tips with me when I was a first year teacher back in 1989. I am in my 26th year of teaching and still need to remember these tips. I also love your reminders of having faith in God. Love all the videos I've seen of you and look forward to seeing more. Your faculty and firsties are very lucky to have you teaching at their school. Cheers!

[@mst675]

I'm over halfway through my first year as a teacher and really love this advice!!! Thanks a million Miss May!

[@kathysiddons6469]

Miss May, you are awesome. Thank you for being a real person. Real talk is so important in this profession.

[@elizabethchavez462]

I have watched you videos for years during college and now I’m FINALLY going to be a first time pre-k teacher in January and I love re-watching all of your videos 💕

[@biancaadams6667]

I'm a TA in school working to become a teacher. I am constantly asking questions. I currently work in the BSC classroom and that is helping with me to learn classroom behavior/management techniques. I feel like that is so important as a first year teacher...getting classroom management down.

[@devonnareynolds]

Thank you so much for this video! I’m student teaching this semester and graduate in December. I’m nervous but I’m trying to learn all I can about the profession before I land my 1st teaching job.

[@dodgermommy]

Fellow May, here! Thank you for posting this! First year 1st grade teacher in a private school. It has definitely been directed by the Lord ❤️. Your tips are definitely encouraging!!!

[@OneFABTeacher]

Awesome! Thank you for watching! ((Hugs))

[@xNCFOREVERx]

It is very hard not to compare in general. It is easy for me to be humble, but comparing myself is hard. I am great at time management, but I am a person that likes to get everything done. Can you do a video about how to prioritize, figure out where to stop, how to know what needs to be done vs we want

[@TheAngryTeacher]

I've just started my KZbin channel and even though I've been teaching for 18 years, I've forgotten some of this stuff. Thanks so much. I'll be watching!

[@HoneyGirl808]

Only a few months ago, I just began teaching as the lead teacher for the first time! Thank you so much for this video because it’s helping me. God bless ♥️

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you for watching! ((HUGS))

[@ramblingprairieprimary4816]

I’m a third year teacher but I really still appreciate this advice. So good to pause and ask myself where I’m at with these things. I sooo agreed with not comparing and being humble!!!! Both hard both sooo important.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you! I appreciate you! ((HUGS))

[@azure-sparrow]

Thank you for such valuable advice, Miss May! I've been struggling to get into my first classroom and I've been graduated/licensed for a year and a half now. I've done lots of subbing and leaves, but still no job yet. :( I've been worried after a few experiences that I would be on my own and expected to have it together 100% of the time, but I'm so lucky to have the guidance and mentorship of veteran teachers like yourself to help me along as I struggle through this confusing time. This video is such a blessing!

[@akadouggie]

I graduate next December and things are starting to feel real! I'm so excited but so scared.

[@daphyneshine3222]

I’m going on my 16th year of teaching and these classroom tour videos and live teaching lessons and other things KZbin teachers share is my professional development for fresh ideas. The PDs I have is school are bleh but I benefit the most from what I learn from other teachers and how I can make it work in my class. I’m all for continuous learning. My last masters was in 2013. So much has changed since then.

[@OneFABTeacher]

I agree! ((HUGS))

[@helenalee4267]

Do you have tips on how to sell yourself/teaching philosophy to the parents so they believe in you? I want to be humble but convincing at the same time.

[@digitalwithdanielle]

I truly appreciate this video because the comparing tip and prioritizing tip is so helpful for me. I always try to look at other teachers to figure out how they are getting things done in their classroom. I also am a Type A teacher that likes things done efficiently and thrives on to-do lists. Because of this video, I will now get some tips from them instead of comparing myself. I will also work on knowing my strengths and weaknesses as a teacher.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you so much for watching! ((HUGS))

[@blessedandjoyful87]

Thank you so much for this video as I will be a first year teacher soon ( I hope)... but it was great advise for first year teacher and just teachers period. Thank you

[@moonbeam_c9587]

I want to thank you for creating this video. This is my very first year teaching and listening to you give advise has really helped me. Thank you so much!

[@gabbytuten8343]

Im starting college in august to become a 1st grade teacher... im watching videos and doing research to make sure I understand and what to expect and I absolutely love watching your videos and im even more excited for my future career!! And you seem like an amazing person and teacher... and i wish u could be my mentor... but im in florida 🥰🥰🥰

[@MorenitaBonita19]

I'm a first year teacher and it's been a good journey :) this video is great..I call my first graders "firsties" because of you 💗 let's go year 2 lol I'm always picking other teacher's brains...I teach at a private school now but I'm starting my credential program in fall 2018 as I eventually want to teach in a bilingual classroom in public school 💗

[@OneFABTeacher]

So glad that your first year has been a good journey. Blessings to you in your journey!! ((HUGS))

[@sarahlantto8913]

Oh my gosh!!! Yes! We are there for the kids! I always feel like whenever I remember the fact that these are Gods children I do so much better in the classroom! For myself and the kids. More forgiving, more fun, more learning can happen!!! 😊 great content 👍💗

[@elama81]

Thank you so much for this. I will be starting my first year as head teacher in September and appreciate your wisdom❤️.

[@saraahpender]

Thank you so much, Miss May! I will be finishing up student teaching with my firsties and graduating in May! I can’t thank you enough for your channel, positivity and advice! ❤️❤️❤️

[@supadopeteacha7023]

Omg I just came across this video. It was very informative and NEEDED! I’m currently in school for ECE and have two more years before I’m off to experience my first year. This just furthers my hopes. Thank you so much for sharing this advice.

[@ariellechisolm8133]

Hiii I am starting student teaching tomorrow and I've been watching your videos for a week now I LOVE your videos.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you! I hope it’s going well for you so far. ((HUGS))

[@PeachyYaYa]

Thank you so much Ms. May! I have an interview with my school board today and though I haven’t went yet, I feel like this is meant for me.

[@OneFABTeacher]

I pray it went well for you, sunshine! ((HUGS))

[@C4L4M1TY]

Miss May, you're always so joyful and positive, yet so real. Thanks for this - from a soon-to-be 1st year teacher.

[@SAMSONWALLS]

Thank you so much. This first year teacher appreciates it so much! Great advice. God bless.

[@OneFABTeacher]

You are so very welcome. Thank you for watching and ((hugs)) to you and your first year. ❤️

[@Gabyavocado]

You are so amazing! I am about to begin my first year and was feeling so nervous, yet your advise made me feel better.

[@irethbarajas21]

Omg I swear I can't thank you enough. I'm 18 and I'm a teacher for preschool and kinder for after school program. My first time was last week and it was crazy. I would often ask for advice and help because I don't know anything about getting kids attention or what to do to calm the classroom down. I feel like I'm too boring and I'm trying my best to make it fun. I still have a lot to learn and I wasn't cocky at all either. I would let any staff or parents know that it's my first year and that I'm trying my best. I know how to deal with children because I would help at a daycare or babysit for 5 years so I know how children's behaviors are and what to do. It's just a bit difficult for me now because it's about 15 kids in my classroom. 😵 I'm going to watch every video of yours and study more to be a great teacher as you. 😊

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you so much for your sweet words. Prayers all is going well for you. Many ((HUGS)0

[@walkingthroughashes8982]

I agree with you about new teachers. I like how you say NEW teachers vs YOUNG teachers. I have newer teachers who acted like they knew it all. One example is my old choir director. He came in as if he was all that and a bag of chips He told us he had listened to our contest pieces and that they were horrible, Undermining (think thats' the word) the judges which gave us great ratings. He even got rid of the choir I was in. He destroyed the choir. We had 150 kids in it when he came in after his first year, it was down to 100 and after his second (and last year) it was down to 50 or so. He wasn't respectful or kind towards us and he resigned after 2 years becaus our kids were too baldy behaved ..was his reason.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you for watching. ((HUGS))

[@abbeymariegeorge9613]

Thank you, Miss May for the advice! I love watching your videos. You are so positive and inspiring! I found this really helpful as I am on my to earning a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I feel super discouraged though sometimes because of how hard it is to get your degree. I completely underestimated how hard it would be to achieve this. I know I will eventually attain a degree since am half-way there and will have my first two years of college done, but sometimes I just get discouraged. Do you have any advice?

[@abbeymariegeorge9613]

Thank you:)

[@agsaddict]

Miss May you are a wonderful amazing person!.I was searching videos because I am going into my first year of teaching and your video was everything I wanted and needed to hear! I am going to be teaching first grade and I am so excited yet nervous! You gained a new subscriber!

[@shontelsimon800]

Ms. May I just started watching your channel. You are so cute, humble and inspiring. I watched your Thanksgiving video this evening and saw you are from Des Moines. I am too and my maiden name is May. Just too funny. I am in education also. Too much! I hope you get this message.

[@jessicapurple3737]

Do you have any tips for a more soft spoken/shy teacher. My biggest fear is not being authoritative enough as a teacher and being walked all over. I am an aspiring teacher that would be starting as a second career changer

[@guayabita27able]

What a wise video, thanks! very thoughtful !

[@charleneedwards6861]

God bless you. This video is really encouraging. I will take your advice. I really needed to hear this. Thank you.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Many ((Hugs))♥️

[@CynthiaYoungTV]

After your first tip I knew you were Amazing 😍 Thanks for sharing

[@queendelaclassroom6450]

Miss May... Thank you for sharing your knowledge it’s much appreciated 💜🍀

[@OneFABTeacher]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching and supporting as always. ((HUGS)

[@alishasolis7732]

Do you decorate your own room or does the school provide ?

[@pheephee89]

Im on my 1st year and I hate it. Lord forgive me - the mentor I have is my department head (middle school math). I feel so bad because I regret spending so many years trying to finish school and now I’m somewhere that I hate.

[@jonmarkforesierravistahs439]

Thank you for making these videos . :)

[@sarahmelvin4114]

It will be my first year teaching this upcoming school year and I’ll be teaching first grade! Your videos are my fav!! I wish you could come to my school and be my mentor teacher! 😂😭

[@OneFABTeacher]

Awwww, thank you so very much! I appreciate your sweet and kind words. Yay, to being a Firstie teacher. Teach them, but have fun too. ((HUGS))

[@jordanmaloyed3546]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm going to college to be a teacher and am a little nervous. Your words really helped me 💛 Blessings!

[@OneFABTeacher]

Yay!! Praying you have a FAB experience! Embrace it and enjoy it! ((HUGS))

[@Elizabethperez___]

You're great. Thank you for advise!❤️️

[@sana.J182]

thank you so much you're amazing

[@katliensyyberg9806]

Thank you Miss May! Love your videos. I will be starting my practicum soon. Here's a question: do you use/like Responsive Classroom? Thanks!

[@Joyce-bq7bb]

I’m going to be a teacher next year “I hope”.. and I’m so nervous 😬 I had great practicum experiences last years .. however this year internship wasn’t the best (the teacher is great and humble but the students 💔🤯)

[@jessicab.5184]

Thank you for the advice! I am starting my first year in a week! Where did you get your "I'm done now what?" Poster?

[@OneFABTeacher]

Here's the link. Have a Blessed school year! ((HUGS))www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Im-Finished-Now-What-Editable-2594080

[@dr.yasminjameer]

Very helpful video. Keep up the good job. Just subscribed to your channel.

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you. ((Hugs))

[@elysiamonderewicz4009]

This is wonderful, thank you!! ❤

[@OneFABTeacher]

No problem 😊 ((HUGS))

[@annnnnnaaaaalizzzzzzzzzz]

Watching this during my lunch break 💜 thank you so much for this video!! I needed it!

[@KashllyKingdomKidz]

I love this video already!! I’m only four minutes in🧡🧡🧡

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you so very much! ((Hugs))🩷🩷

[@Sara-vz9ig]

Absolutely everything you said is true 👌❤

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you! ((Hugs))

[@tykeaholiver754]

Great advice❤️🍎

[@nouralaa4934]

Thank youuu😍❤❤

[@HoneybeeAdventures]

Love your advice

[@OneFABTeacher]

Thank you! ((HUGS))

[@dawidahlers5916]

YOU DA BEST!!!!

[@miriamfernandezboraso9033]

Hi my sweety. Great tips. Thanks 4 sharing. Can u tell me pls the Type or mame of the font u use in the bit color letters behind you. Thanks a lot. Blessings. Miss Miriam

[@summerdugger2942]

I love you so much

[@OneFABTeacher]

Love you more sweet pea! ((HUGS))

[@ntotheshin3732]

A teacher that is not humble, to me screams insecure.