Building Authority as a New Teacher: Key Strategies
Here’s the tough truth: most new teachers—around 99%—struggle to gain the respect of their students. It’s not because they’re unqualified or lack heart. In fact, it’s usually the opposite. They’re too eager to be liked. And that eagerness quietly erodes their authority from day one. Let’s face it: students are fast. They size up a […]
3 Mindset Shifts for New Teachers to Gain Student Respect
Have you ever walked into your classroom, full of enthusiasm, only to be met with blank stares… or worse—total chaos? I remember my very first week teaching—I thought I had everything in place: rules posted, name tags ready, even a smile from ear to ear. But three days in, one of my students looked me […]