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Steve Hiles

How to Reach Quiet Students in Your Classroom

Every teacher has encountered that one student—the child who seems to disappear into the walls. Quiet. Withdrawn. Silent during class discussions. I remember facing this exact situation early in my

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First Year Teachers
Steve Hiles

How to Stay Organized as a New Teacher

Do you struggle with classroom organization? You’re not alone! I remember my first year teaching—I had stacks of papers on every flat surface, lost track of parent notes, and once

First Year Teachers
Steve Hiles

7 Common Mistakes First-Year Teachers Make

If you’re looking to explore these ideas even further, the Teacher RockStar Academy offers a deeper dive into strategies that can help you thrive in your first year. For another

Teacher Tips
Steve Hiles

Unlock Learning: Strategies to Teach Boys and Girls

I was in my second year of teaching when I noticed something strange. Same lesson. Same classroom. Totally different responses. My boys were bouncing off the walls. My girls were

Teacher Tips
Steve Hiles

Why So Many New Teachers Quit

I want to dive into a question that’s been echoing through school hallways, social media threads, and staff lounges across the country: “Why So Many New Teachers Quit?” And maybe

Teacher Tips
Steve Hiles

How to Support a Quiet Student in the Classroom

What Can You Do When a Child Refuses to Speak in Class? How to support a quiet student in the classroom. Every teacher has encountered that one student—the child who

student teachers
Steve Hiles

How to Prepare Student Teachers for Success

Preparing the next generation of educators should be more than just a box to check. Too often, student teachers are tossed into classrooms with minimal support, limited authority, and zero

First Year Teachers
Steve Hiles

First Day of Teaching: What to Expect and How to Succeed

A Practical Survival Guide for New Teachers Facing the First-Day Jitters Your first day of teaching can feel like stepping into the unknown. You’ve studied the theory, passed your exams,

Teacher Tips
Steve Hiles

Proven Tips to Prepare Student Teachers for Day One

Starting your first teaching assignment can feel both exciting and overwhelming. As a student teacher, this moment marks the transition from theory to practice—a chance to apply everything you’ve learned

Teacher Tips
Steve Hiles

10 Proven Tips for Managing Your Classroom Successfully

Picture this: You Walk into your classroom, and instead of chaos, there’s a sense of order. Your students are engaged, respectful, and know exactly what’s expected of them. Sounds like

Steve Hiles

I am a retired military and elementary school teacher living in Tennessee. I am an avid reader and love to write. I am very passionate about helping teachers. I hope you find my educational tips and strategies useful and enjoy hearing about my personal journey. Thanks for visiting!

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