I will teach this year, covering someone's class (on maternity leave or sick leave etc.) . I am nervous. I have been teaching for over 20 years and I have done many LTOs and still I am nervous. Here...
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Common Interview Questions for Teaching Positions
Congratulations! You have an interview! Don’t freak out! You can do it! Here are some common interview questions asked for teaching positions. Tell us about your ______ program (language, math or a...
Should I Spend Money on the Classroom as a Substitute Teacher?
No. NO! NOOOOOO! Ok, sometimes. As a Substitute Teacher, the only time I’m tempted to spend my own money is when I’m covering a longer leave. (Teaching is the only profession where anyone is tempted...
Enjoying the Summer without Anxiety about School Starting
We are half way through the summer and many teachers are beginning to find it difficult to fend off anxious thoughts and feelings about school starting. This can interfere with our enjoyment of the...
Should You Be A Career Occasional (Substitute) Teacher?
A career occasional (substitute) teacher (OT) is one who is not looking for permanent work and who makes a living as an occasional teacher. I am a career OT. I resigned from my permanent position...
Watch “What’s the Difference” Webinar for Free!
If you were unable to make the webinar on my new book, "What's the Difference?" you can see it here for free!...
Teachers R.E.S.T. this Summer!
It is so important for teachers, this summer more so than normal, to get some rest! This is more than simply doing less. Relax - Do less - ok, doing less is part of it. We need to be sure we do take...
Read “What’s the Difference” for Free Online!
My latest book, "What's the Difference: Building on Autism Strengths, Skills and Talents in Your Classroom" is available to read online for free for the month of July. It is Pembroke's Book of the...