Amanda
Join me for a Free Workshop!
Come out to my free workshop on Monday, April 9th, for Substitute Teachers with tips on classroom management, how to deal with violent incidents and how to be successful and enjoy your job!
For Substitute Teachers Starting a LTO (Covering a Long Term Leave)
I am starting a grade 7 LTO in 3 days (covering a maternity leave) . I am nervous. I have been teaching for over 20 years as a permanent and Substitute Teacher. This is my 9th LTO and still I am...
Pee in the Radiator
A teacher told me she used to teach a little boy who would take off his pants, climb up onto the shelf and pee into the radiator to hear it sizzle.
Mental Health First Aid in Classrooms
What do you do if a student is having a mental health crisis in your classroom? Uncontrollable anxiety? A panic attack? A manic episode? If you are the homeroom teacher, you will deal with it in a...
Penises
The first time I saw a little boy pull out his penis in class, I was horrified! What should I do? I definitely wasn't prepared for this in teacher's college! Now I know - it's something little boys...
Advice for Substitute Teachers on Valentine’s Day
Don't eat too many of those little candy hearts. Be ready for crafts that include lots of red and pink. Allow students to exchange cards early in the day - they will just keep asking until you say...
Sneak Peak into My New Book, “Reaching and Teaching Them All”
Here is a sneak peak into the introduction of my new book, "Reaching and Teaching Them All: Making Quick and Lasting Connections with Every Student in Your Classroom" available for pre-order...