My students eventually get bored and restless when it comes to a classroom routine esp towards the end of the year. How can I keep things interesting but also consistent?

I can manage my classroom better if I don’t respond to emails outside of office hours. This gives my mind a break and by consequence refreshes me for the next day. It also sets a boundary.

What are you planning to implement this school year to focus on equity in your own classroom or campus wide?

I’m a 3rd grade SDC teacher on an emergency credential — had never stepped foot in a classroom before last Tuesday. Can anyone offer advice/resources for lesson plan development? Help!

What kind of behavior systems do you use in your classroom? I teach 1st grade. I’m tired of using the folder/calendar system with 🙂/🙁 and a prize box. Any ideas?

This will be my 9th year in teaching but I’m changing grade levels in the fall and I feel like I’ve suddenly forgotten e v e r y t h i n g I know about classroom management! Please share your tips.

Has anyone ever used an atomizer with a calming scent in their classrooms? If yes, what scents did you use and were there any results? TYIA

What is your best classroom management trick?

What is the best digital tool you have used in the classroom and what grade level is it best suited for?

What are your experiences with blended learning in the classroom?

What regulations do you encounter that affect how you manage your classroom?

Has anyone tried using a QR code for classroom sign out? Has it worked for you or just become a pain?

What is copyright policy on showing Dead Poets Society (DVD) in your classroom? I left the movie for a sub. An admin nixed it, and told the sub to play games- which I suggested earlier, but the sub was really awful and I was unexpectedly out all week. Admin told me because it’s a Disney movie, we can’t show it. But Disney owns a lot. I thought your classroom is considered a private room if each student is enrolled, and it’s for instructional purposes.

6th grade Social Studies teacher here! 👋🏻 We currently use Inquiry Based Projects for our unit assessments. Any one else do this in their classroom? How do you do it?

Does anyone use Fundations in 1st grade? We are piloting it in our district as a tier 1 for all kids as our daily phonics program. Trying to figure out how to set up classroom w/ all individual tools?

Best ways to root out the red flags in a teaching job interview and a school tour? I'm finally ready to get back to the classroom but don't want to end up at another toxic place where admin doesn't look out for the teachers at all. I know to avoid places where janitorial stuff is being ignored or other health and safety issues, but this is only my second interview (worked for 10 years at my old school, left during covid). TIA!

What novels do you use in your ELA classrooms? I am curious to see what everyone else is using !

A move from Accenture USA to Infosys USA - would that make sense ?
Some context -
50 percent higher base pay being offered than what I’m currently making at ACC (was low balled)
7.5 years with Acc

Anyone have experience flying Korean air? I’ve flown most of the Delta partners, first time flying Korean.

Anyone going to DrupalCon next week?

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I was discussing my recent job search with some friends and we got into a small debate. I stand firm on not wasting my time applying for a job that doesn't post the salary with the job description, anyone else do this? I feel like anytime I have interviewed for a job that didn't post the salary, they end up lowballing me during the offer phase.

How much is the variable pay % in IBM 7A or 7B band level?

I asked the lady from Talent Acquisition but she said she doesn't have any clue how much the manager will give.

YOE - 6 yrs.
Tech Stack - Testing
Domain - BFSI

Okay, what is the most boring thing you are working on right now?

I'm in shock. I switched jobs less than a year ago, and just got my 3rd pay bump (almost doubling my TC in that time). I feel extremely lucky, but it's driving significant imposter syndrome.

Are other companies making this many market adjustments? Is this normal now?

Hi Fishes, how much can one expect for 11 years of experiance in storage automation QE profile in HPE. Thanks

Is there any opportunities for an experienced banker from India in European job market

Are video producers just destined to be constantly lowballed? I’m a freelance editor and producer and I feel like my clients grossly underestimate the time and effort it takes to deliver a final product.

Anyone with experience getting an ESA (emotional support animal) letter? Please dm me thank you.

How much do most LMM PE shops for associates?

Any fish from LEK London willing to refer? Currently interviewing with other top consulting firms in London and keen to pursue LEK
YOE: 6
Appreciate the help!

What’s the best way to pivot into an auditing and GRC role from a more technical role? I am working with a big 4 as a system admin and I am sick of this 24/7 grind. I would love a more stable work life balance but I feel like I’m pidgin holed in my current role.

Hi all,

I am looking for scrum master positions . I can start from 19th July

What is BCG design studio? Would the BA role in Design studio be a client role or more of a internal program management role?

What are some of your favorite beginning of the year activities for creating a sense of community in your classroom?

In your experience, how often should I change my seating chart? I've also gone back and forth about incorporating flexible seating but am afraid it'll be a disaster

As much as we should reward good behavior, I feel like it can be tricky sometimes. What's the best way to recognize when this happens?

First year teacher here! Thoughts on coming in on day 1 with a structured participation point system and/or what this looks like in your class if you use one?

What kind of rules/expectations have you established that support student learning? Are students involved in creating them?

Anyone have any tips on how to hold students accountable for non graded activities?

I need a way to manage the phones. The students have them out, refuse to put them away when asked, or “hide” them on their lap, and are constantly distracted by listening to their headphones

SOS I’m a first year teacher. I’m at a VERY challenging school district & a different culture than I’ve ever been around before. I cant get through a full day’s lesson! I spend more time disciplining!

This will be my 9th year in teaching but I’m changing grade levels in the fall and I feel like I’ve suddenly forgotten e v e r y t h i n g I know about classroom management! Please share your tips.

I am given a scenario in an interview regarding a student who is running around the class, not listening to the teacher, and not doing work. What is the best way to respond to the interviewers?

Thanks for doing this Alyssa! My school's changing to block scheduling and I'm nervous that I won't be able to retain everyone's attention with extended class time. Any tips for transitioning?

What regulations do you encounter that affect how you manage your classroom?

Anyone with experience on managing students with ODD? (Oppositional Defiance Disorder)

Thanks so much for doing this! This is going to be great when I get back in the fall. What are your favorite management models?