A compilation of teaching and learning strategies to trial in your own classroom.
I can always be relied on to have stashes of glitter and coffee in my classroom and am usually wearing something sparkly with a cuppa in hand! Plus G C are my initials! I have been teaching for 11 years and have been a mum of one for 3 years. Both are roles I adore.
The Not-So-Secret Diary of the Glitter & Coffee Teacher Read More »
This CPD course has 5 modules:
Introduction (featuring Niamh Byrne, Irish Primary Teacher).
EAL (featuring Livia Healy, award-winning EAL Teacher & Trainer)
AEN (featuring Kristy Elovaris, Literacy & Special Education Consultant)
Literacy Support (featuring Kristy Elovaris, Literacy & Special Education Consultant)
Stretch & Challenge
February CPD Course of the Month: Differentiation in the Classroom Read More »
This course is for teachers who want to know how to get on the property ladder – FAST – and want to know how to achieve financial freedom!
Nobody enters the teaching profession to become a millionaire – we know that money is not necessarily the main reward with teaching. It can be a secure and pensionable job – but not one that provides financial freedom.
January Course of the Month: The Teacher Savings Plan Read More »
Niamh Cullen is principal of Grace Park Educate Together.
Niamh has also worked with newly qualified teachers for many years. She trained as a mentor with the National Induction Programme for Teachers in 2007 and has mentored teachers in all school settings and classes. Niamh is an Associate with NIPT and facilitates induction workshops, Cluster Meetings and PST Training.
Interview Tips for NQTs from a Principal Read More »
It can be daunting too as you begin to think about some items you may need for starting off, especially if you haven’t seen your classroom yet.
My 10 Pieces of Advice for NQTs Read More »
This year has been a unique year and while it can be a time of joy, rest & relaxation, the holidays can bring a lot of demands such as financial, social and family commitments. While, you can’t choose when Christmas comes, you can choose to help yourself get through it.
6 Festive Wellness Tips for Teachers Read More »
It’s that time of year again!
Let’s be honest, the Late Late Toy Show is the official start of Christmas in Ireland!!
If you want to bring the festivities into your classroom, here are some resources we found (including a game for teachers!!).
Enjoy!
The Late Late Toy Show Classroom Activities Read More »
It is so lovely to check in with you again! It has been such a crazy two months since I moved to Dubai to teach here. Every day I feel a little more settled!
A Chat with a Teacher Expat Read More »
In Japan, it’s the norm for teachers to visit the homes of each one of their students once a year. They are usually invited in for a cup of tea and a short chat about the pupil in question before heading off to the next family down the road.
3 Activities to Connect Home with School… and are Environmentally-Friendly! Read More »
The teacher was returning to work following maternity leave, worried and looking for tips to juggle her work-life balance so she asked the teacher community.
Tips for Teachers Returning to Work After Maternity Leave Read More »
Going back to school is a nerve-wrecking time for everyone – including teachers! It is a brand new start; a chance to do things differently and establish a new routine. We asked some of our followers what are their “Back to School” tips for teachers.
10 Back to School Tips for Teachers Read More »
It can be daunting too as you begin to think about some items you may need for starting off, especially if you haven’t seen your classroom yet.
10 Essential Items for the NQT Classroom Read More »
