TINA H.
BOOGREN
Foreword by ROBERT J. MARZANO
Supporting
Beginning
Teachers
THE CLASSROOM STRATEGIES SERIES
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Throughout the process of writing this book, I found myself revisiting my first few years of teaching and reflecting on their unique challenges, celebrations, and memories. In particular, I remembered my own mentor teacher, Mary Dee Seibold, and what a lifesaver she was for me during that very first—very shaky—year. I have been blessed to have had many extraordinary teachers in my life, including members of my family, Carol Gorman, Patty Spencer, Dr. James D. Marshall, and Sid Rundle. I am forever grateful for the opportunities these educators have provided to help me learn and grow as a teacher, student, and human being.
This book would not exist without the patience, support, and sacrifices of my husband.
To every mentor in every school, I offer my gratitude. To every beginning teacher in every school, I offer my support.
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CONTENTS
| Reproducibles are in italics. | |
| ABOUT THE AUTHOR | |
| FOREWORD | |
| INTRODUCTION | |
| How to Use This Book | |
| CHAPTER 1 | RESEARCH AND THEORYThe Implications of Teacher AttritionThe Unique Needs of Beginning TeachersDeliberate Practice to Develop ExpertiseThe Importance of Support and MentoringTranslating Research and Theory Into Practice |
| CHAPTER 2 | DESIGNING AN EFFECTIVE MENTORING PROGRAMSelection of High-Quality MentorsEffective Relationships Between Mentors and MenteesSpecific Types of New-Teacher SupportSummaryChapter 2: Comprehension Questions |
| CHAPTER 3 | PROVIDING PHYSICAL SUPPORTHelp Arrange, Organize, and Decorate the ClassroomGive a Tour of the BuildingDescribe an Average Day at SchoolHelp Prepare for the First Day of SchoolExplain Administrative ProceduresDemonstrate How to Use School Technology ToolsExplain the Procedure for Substitute PlansIdentify and Help Prepare for Students With Special NeedsHelp Initiate Communication With ParentsSummaryChapter 3: Comprehension Questions |
| CHAPTER 4 | PROVIDING EMOTIONAL SUPPORTEngage in Active and Supportive ListeningConduct Daily Check-InsValidate the Teacher’s FeelingsSend Encouraging MessagesEnlist Support From Other Staff MembersCelebrate SuccessCommunicate via Double-Entry JournalSummaryChapter 4: Comprehension Questions |
| CHAPTER 5 | PROVIDING INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORTEstablish a Common Language of InstructionUse a Scale to Measure ProgressSupport Growth Up the ScaleHelp Set Appropriate Growth GoalsGive Focused FeedbackAnalyze Data, and Guide ReflectionProvide Opportunities to Observe and Discuss Effective TeachingSummaryChapter 5: Comprehension QuestionsTeacher Progress LogTeacher Reflection Log |
| CHAPTER 6 | PROVIDING INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORTExplain the School CultureHelp Establish a Support NetworkClarify the Teacher Evaluation ProcessEstablish Collaboration Time With Appropriate ColleaguesShare Educational ResearchHelp Secure Membership in Professional OrganizationsFacilitate Involvement in Extracurricular ActivitiesFoster Relationships With CoworkersSummaryChapter 6: Comprehension Questions |
| EPILOGUE | |
| APPENDIX A: ANSWERS TO COMPREHENSION QUESTIONSAnswers to Chapter 2: Comprehension QuestionsAnswers to Chapter 3: Comprehension QuestionsAnswers to Chapter 4: Comprehension QuestionsAnswers to Chapter 5: Comprehension QuestionsAnswers to Chapter 6: Comprehension Questions | |
| APPENDIX B: REFLECTIONS OF A BEGINNING TEACHERLooking Back on the First YearSupporting StudentsCultivating a Work-Life BalanceCelebrating Success and Finding the Strength to GrowRemembering That It Gets Better | |
| REFERENCES AND RESOURCES | |
| INDEX |
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Tina H. Boogren, PhD, is a former classroom