As a new teacher, I'm really overwhelmed. There are a few veteran teachers who teach what I do and I'd like to pick their brains, but I don't know what to say. They always seem too busy/annoyed.

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Don’t let that stop you! Get in there and ask questions and steal ideas...

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What do you teach?

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I teach 9th grade English.

I’m new too and I’d go in there even if they look annoyed and ask my questions
Worst case they are rude but in a positive outlook they will help you ❤️ don’t feel alone I feel the same way ! remember we do it for the kids and your awesome “because your TRYING” that there says a lot about you

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Thanks for this advice. You're right- I'll do anything for the kids. I'm sure some of them would be receptive if I ask them if I could pop in when they're not busy. In the morning, everyone seems to be in a rush!

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We have all been there, be kind and grateful, they'll help you.

If you want to be great, find the best teachers on campus, from many perspectives (student, other teachers, counselors) never mind admin; then pick their brains.
Great teachers want great teacher coworkers.

Ask! There will be at least one who is open to helping. Ask to observe them.

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