Top 10 Middle School Art Teacher Secrets

[@libbydeely]

what are the posters they make on first day for ability level test- rules, mindset motivation? do they have a list or examples to pick from?

[@middleschoolartmania6481]

@@libbydeely they had directions and had room within to be creative

[@e-boyeliot7106]

Thank you so much! I always love seeing how experienced art teacher set up their rooms and supplies - as a 3rd year teacher it’s very helpful!

[@middleschoolartmania6481]

@@e-boyeliot7106 Thank You! I retired in may after 32 years! Do your students have iPads or computers? Mine did and I had them do a daily drawing from how to draw playlists on my channel due each Friday. Having a self guided activity when they were done was wonderful. Also showing them directions from video they can refer to is very helpful. They don’t seem to have attention for live demonstrations. I didn’t like grading so I made that real easy on myself! To stick it out and get to that pension you have to do what makes you happy. I always reminded myself I’m just plan time and to have fun with the kids when I could. Some classes are butt heads and it really is work to keep them from tearing up the room and being destructive to others. All the best to you!

[@artifactartstudio107]

Thanks for sharing your tips! You seem like you’d be a great co-worker. Level headed, easy/calm voice… hope you have a great school year.

[@nhannguyenrun]

You’re are great. Thank you for sharing.

[@Offred]

Great tips! Thank you!

[@bellydinosaur]

Thank you! As a new teacher these tips are really awesome and helpful

[@middleschoolartmania6481]

You are very welcome! I put up a clay management clip and am working on a few others before I retire this may.

[@aprilcraig2605]

Do they know their ability level?

[@aimeegill4485]

I LOVE ❤❤❤ how your index finger is blue!!! (#2 tip)

[@middleschoolartmania6481]

That’s how you know I’m real!! 🤪

[@marcisaacs9407]

Question How do you feel about table papers in this covid world? Respectfully

[@middleschoolartmania6481]

It’s no different than door handles.

[@marcisaacs9407]

@@middleschoolartmania6481 so door handle can be wiped with disinfectant. Can paper be disinfected? I guess with uv