We could give every AR teacher a $5000 raise & only use approximately $225 million of the $1.6 billion surplus. That doesnโt include using the $945M surplus after FY21. With a $425 per student increase in FY23 & beyond we sustain it for $250 million annually. #PayARteachers
Schools are not factories and learning is not โone size fits allโ so we should praise teachers who are willing to take risks and utilize their strengths to build relationships with students.
Admin, whats does good leadership look like? When a teacher is struggling, it doesn't look like telling them they need to do better or do more or work on an area of weakness. But, it looks like: Hey you seem to be struggling, is everything ok with you? How can I help you?
As a teacher, you are not selling school, you are selling opportunity. You are not selling homework, you are selling success. You are not selling an essay, you are selling the power to communicate clearly. You are not selling reading, you are selling critical thinking skills, ...
7 things that will hurt your team:
1. Energy Vampires
2. Complaining
3. Ego
4. Selfishness
5. Jealousy
6. Resentment
7. Pessimism
7 things that will help your team:
1. Love
2. Encouragement
3. Vulnerability
4. Selflessness
5. Unity
6. Communication
7. Optimism
Some students go an entire day at school without anyone saying their name. Be the adult who speaks to each student by name.
Everyone loves to hear their name.
You donโt need a certain title or position to be a leader. Everyday we have the opportunity the influence those around us. How can you make a positive impact on the people in your life? #edchat