Faizah H

Aspiring teacher, always learning 🍎 UoB || BA Education 1st-Class Grad || PGCE Student

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

What a lovely way to end the Christmas term!

On those days where I’m feeling pushed to my limits, there’s always (at least) one child who brings a smile to my face, reminding me why I love my job so much.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

Some presents from my Year 4s this week (it’s Tuesday) -

1. Times table drumstick
2. Pipe cleaner bows
3. Half a flower
4. A string of beads
5. A DIY squishy (10/10 squishing capability)

I love my job.

[Mr G @DeputyGrocott]

SATs week reminder
some children will walk into school tomorrow carrying far more than test anxiety:
difficult weekend
no sleep
arguments at home
worry
hunger
Sometimes their bucket is full before the paper is even on the desk
It’s manic first thing but keep a close eye on those children

[James Murphy @HoratioSpeaks]

I’ve seen many students develop a love of reading *once they learned to read.* Never met a child who couldn’t read who loved reading. Horse. Cart.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

I was terrified to give students consequences, but now find they respond to and respect myself and their peers more. In fact, they see the classroom as a fair and safe place.

Boundaries are essential in our relationships, why wouldn’t we teach them to children?

[James A. Furey @JamesAFurey]

Discipline isn't oppression; it is care.

Teachers, especially new teachers, need to feel this statement in their bones.

[Reads with Ravi @readswithravi]

I don’t care how old or young you are. You should be reading.

Reading is essential. It sparks curiosity, builds empathy, sharpens the mind, and offers us endless adventure. You can study the brilliant minds.

Pick up a book today, the benefits are timeless.

[Help A Teacher @HelpATeacher]

Powerful reminder.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

Building positive relationships with students:

⬜️ get to know their interests

⬜️ set clear expectations and familiar routines

✅ tell them they’ve gained “aura” points (apparently that’s a big deal when you’re 11).

[Yousuf Hashmi @YousufMed]

Sister is a primary school teacher and their feedback method is to "praise in public and criticise in private"

Feel like this is very transferable in context of individuals at all stages of training. Public humiliation leads to resentment rather than improvement.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

I don’t know how many more times I can tell my students, “No, I don’t play Roblox.”

I’m twenty-three years old.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

@aliyahbegumx Thanks Aliyah 😊

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

PGCE here we come! 🎉🍎

Alhumdullilah, after receiving multiple interviews and offers from different universities, I am thrilled to be continuing my journey at the University of Birmingham😊
#newteacher #PGCE #teaching

[Dr. Bryan Pearlman #MaslowBeforeBloom @DrP_Principal]

Behind every difficult, angry, or challenging behavior is a child crying out for love, connection, and a chance to succeed. There's nothing more rewarding than witnessing the moment a student feels genuine care and success for the first time—when their walls come down, and their potential shines through. This is what makes working in education the best job in the world. It reminds us that one caring, committed adult can change the trajectory of a child's life forever. #maslowbeforebloom

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

Let's normalise mistakes and failures! 🙌

[edutopia @edutopia]

“Every time a student makes a mistake...they grow a synapse.” 🧠 By celebrating the role mistakes have in learning, teachers help students develop growth mindsets and perseverance.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

Whilst feedback of my weaknesses are essential for my development, notes like these are essential for my motivation ❤️

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

And the root of procrastination !

Love this image 🙌🏽

[PJ Milani | Visual Teacher💡 @milanicreative]

The root of writer's block.

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

And that’s first year ✅😮‍💨

Alhumdulillah 🤍

[Faizah H @MissHashmi22]

@poppygibsonuk Small acts but consistent > big act but inconsistent