Dear NQTs
- You've spent 3-4yrs getting to NQT status
- You've sat through hours of lectures
- You've passed several placements & obs
- You've passed all your assignments
- You've met all the Teacher Standards
- You've impressed at interview & been offered a job
You're ready! 👊
University need to prepare you for the financial strain of receiving your last student finance in April and waiting till end of September for your next payday. I have worked every holiday/part time throughout uni and made a promise to give myself ONE summer off. Worst mistake.
Nerves are well and truly kicking in now for starting my NQT year on Monday! 🤢
Any advice on:
1. How to get the most from this year?
2. How to avoid burning out early on in the year?
Sincerely, one very stressed out NQT 📚 #NQT#advice#edutwitter#secondary#NQTyear#stress
It's the final weekend of the holidays.. I'm having very mixed emotions. A dollop of nervousness, teaspoon of panic, and a dash of excitement. Wednesday can't come quicker, then I'll be settled..
Any of my fellow NQT's or anyone.. how you feeling before next week?
NQTs, jazz up your classrooms but DON’T spend all of your money on ‘things’. It’s an exciting time and make it your own but take into account impact compared to time, money and effort! #IkeaShouldDoTeacherDiscount#PayRisePlease
Big message for NQTs; relax and enjoy the best job in the world. If anyone tries to turn your life into tick box terror, log onto twitter and enjoy this alternative tribe.
The NQT anxiety is kicking in now. What if I haven’t got everything I need? What if I forget what to do? I’m not feeling ready to start in just over a weeks time👀 #edutwitter#nqt
NQTs - don't worry too much about whether your classes will like you. Some teachers see popularity with the pupils as a measurement of teaching ability, but remember you are an adult - your validation comes from doing a good job and knowing it was your best effort. #nqt
The head messsaged me this morning after seeing me in school. Feel extremely grateful to have so much support, 100% feel like I’ve made the right decision ❤️