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The first week of school can feel like you’re tryi

The first week of school can feel like you’re trying to juggle a hundred things at once. Classroom procedures. Names. Supplies. Assessments. Curriculum. Parent communication. It’s easy to feel like you have to get everything “right.”

If I were your instructional coach, here’s what I’d want you to remember:

✨ You don’t have to teach every routine in one day. Focus on the routines that help students learn. You can build the rest over time.

✨ Clarity is important. Students don’t need a Pinterest-perfect lesson. They need to know what they’re learning, why it matters, and what success looks like.

✨ Invest in your classroom culture and instructional routines now and you’ll gain time back all year long.

✨ Start collecting evidence of learning immediately. Even a quick whiteboard response, exit ticket, or conversation can tell you more than waiting for the first big assessment.

✨ Your students don’t expect perfection. They need consistency, encouragement, and a teacher who believes they can succeed.

✨ Give yourself permission to adjust. The first week isn’t about proving you have everything figured out. It’s about learning your students so you can make great instructional decisions moving forward.

And one more thing...

Be as kind to yourself as you are to your students.

You’re building something that will last all year. ❤️

If you had an instructional coach sitting beside you this week, what’s one question you’d ask them? Let me know in the comments.

#teachingtips #instructionalcoach #formativeassessment #teachertips #teachercoach

Tightly holding onto summer (and 90s country). 💕 #

Tightly holding onto summer (and 90s country). 💕 #teachertips #classroomsetup #teachertips #teachersummer

The first day of school is just around the corner.

The first day of school is just around the corner. 😱

One of the best ways to ease the back-to-school chaos is to create a Launch Week folder.

Think about including your welcome letter, Day 1 activities, and classroom routines. These small steps now can make a big difference later.

This is not about doing everything. It is about doing a little now to save yourself time and stress in August.

Swipe through for simple Launch Week resources you can start prepping today. Comment LAUNCH and I’ll DM you the link to each of these resources.

What is one thing you always include during the first week of school? Share it in the comments.

#launchweek
#backtoschoolprep
#teacherorganization
#teacherlife
#classroomsetup

Choose a new picture book to read aloud to your cl

Choose a new picture book to read aloud to your class each day.📚 It can be something you do to finish the day together. Not only can you read a picture book to your class, but you can also find one online to have them listen to.

This is perfect for primary or upper elementary. No matter the age, students love being read to!🥰

Comment “180” and I’ll DM you a list of book suggestions for each day!🎉

#classroomideas #teachingtips #upperelementary #teachergram #backtoschool

PIVOT! #classroomsetup #teachingideas #teacherprob

PIVOT! #classroomsetup #teachingideas #teacherprobs #backtoschoolnight #teachingideas

Back-to-School Night doesn’t have to feel overwhel

Back-to-School Night doesn’t have to feel overwhelming for you or for families.

It’s tempting to try and cover everything: curriculum, policies, procedures, expectations, and more.

But here’s the truth...

Most families just want to know three things:
✅ Will their child feel safe, supported, and seen?
✅ Will they hear from you when it matters?
✅ Do you have a clear, calm plan for the year?

Swipe through to read about what families actually want to hear at Back-to-School Night, and how you can simplify your message to build trust from the start.

Need help preparing? I’ve created two resources that make it easier:
📝 Editable Back-to-School Info Sheets
🎤 A clean, customizable Slides Template

Drop INFO in the comments and I’ll DM you the link to check them out. Or head to the link in my bio to grab them now!

#backtoschoolnight #teacherlife #teacherclarity #meettheteachernight #classroomsetup

Anchor charts aren’t just classroom decor. 📝 They

Anchor charts aren’t just classroom decor. 📝

They’re one of my favorite tools for supporting learning goals in a meaningful way.🤩

When students help build the charts and see them as part of our learning journey, they become more than just posters. They become guides, references, and confidence boosters.

This post walks you through exactly how I use them. From writing clear goals to co-creating success criteria and keeping charts active all year long.

Ready to make your anchor charts work harder for you?

Comment ANCHOR and I’ll send you a quick-start guide you can use this school year! 😍

#teachingtips #lessonideas #teacherclarity #teacherorganization #classroomsetup

This is your sign to make a school wide interactiv

This is your sign to make a school wide interactive bulletin board for students to share their goals at the beginning of the year!

It’s easy to do.

Just print out the letters and directions from my bulletin board resource and display it in a high traffic area of your school. Don’t forget to include a sharpie!

Comment GOAL and I’II DM you the link to find this resource in my shop. It’s also linked in my bio.

#teachersofinstagram #teacherplans #teachingideas #elementaryschoolteacher #classroomsetup

What would you add? ❤️ #teachingtips #teacheridea

What would you add? ❤️

#teachingtips #teacherideas #newteacher #studentteaching #teachergoals

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The first week of school can feel like you’re tryi

The first week of school can feel like you’re trying to juggle a hundred things at once. Classroom procedures. Names. Supplies. Assessments. Curriculum. Parent communication. It’s easy to feel like you have to get everything “right.”

If I were your instructional coach, here’s what I’d want you to remember:

✨ You don’t have to teach every routine in one day. Focus on the routines that help students learn. You can build the rest over time.

✨ Clarity is important. Students don’t need a Pinterest-perfect lesson. They need to know what they’re learning, why it matters, and what success looks like.

✨ Invest in your classroom culture and instructional routines now and you’ll gain time back all year long.

✨ Start collecting evidence of learning immediately. Even a quick whiteboard response, exit ticket, or conversation can tell you more than waiting for the first big assessment.

✨ Your students don’t expect perfection. They need consistency, encouragement, and a teacher who believes they can succeed.

✨ Give yourself permission to adjust. The first week isn’t about proving you have everything figured out. It’s about learning your students so you can make great instructional decisions moving forward.

And one more thing...

Be as kind to yourself as you are to your students.

You’re building something that will last all year. ❤️

If you had an instructional coach sitting beside you this week, what’s one question you’d ask them? Let me know in the comments.

#teachingtips #instructionalcoach #formativeassessment #teachertips #teachercoach

Tightly holding onto summer (and 90s country). 💕 #

Tightly holding onto summer (and 90s country). 💕 #teachertips #classroomsetup #teachertips #teachersummer

The first day of school is just around the corner.

The first day of school is just around the corner. 😱

One of the best ways to ease the back-to-school chaos is to create a Launch Week folder.

Think about including your welcome letter, Day 1 activities, and classroom routines. These small steps now can make a big difference later.

This is not about doing everything. It is about doing a little now to save yourself time and stress in August.

Swipe through for simple Launch Week resources you can start prepping today. Comment LAUNCH and I’ll DM you the link to each of these resources.

What is one thing you always include during the first week of school? Share it in the comments.

#launchweek
#backtoschoolprep
#teacherorganization
#teacherlife
#classroomsetup

Choose a new picture book to read aloud to your cl

Choose a new picture book to read aloud to your class each day.📚 It can be something you do to finish the day together. Not only can you read a picture book to your class, but you can also find one online to have them listen to.

This is perfect for primary or upper elementary. No matter the age, students love being read to!🥰

Comment “180” and I’ll DM you a list of book suggestions for each day!🎉

#classroomideas #teachingtips #upperelementary #teachergram #backtoschool

PIVOT! #classroomsetup #teachingideas #teacherprob

PIVOT! #classroomsetup #teachingideas #teacherprobs #backtoschoolnight #teachingideas

Back-to-School Night doesn’t have to feel overwhel

Back-to-School Night doesn’t have to feel overwhelming for you or for families.

It’s tempting to try and cover everything: curriculum, policies, procedures, expectations, and more.

But here’s the truth...

Most families just want to know three things:
✅ Will their child feel safe, supported, and seen?
✅ Will they hear from you when it matters?
✅ Do you have a clear, calm plan for the year?

Swipe through to read about what families actually want to hear at Back-to-School Night, and how you can simplify your message to build trust from the start.

Need help preparing? I’ve created two resources that make it easier:
📝 Editable Back-to-School Info Sheets
🎤 A clean, customizable Slides Template

Drop INFO in the comments and I’ll DM you the link to check them out. Or head to the link in my bio to grab them now!

#backtoschoolnight #teacherlife #teacherclarity #meettheteachernight #classroomsetup

Anchor charts aren’t just classroom decor. 📝 They

Anchor charts aren’t just classroom decor. 📝

They’re one of my favorite tools for supporting learning goals in a meaningful way.🤩

When students help build the charts and see them as part of our learning journey, they become more than just posters. They become guides, references, and confidence boosters.

This post walks you through exactly how I use them. From writing clear goals to co-creating success criteria and keeping charts active all year long.

Ready to make your anchor charts work harder for you?

Comment ANCHOR and I’ll send you a quick-start guide you can use this school year! 😍

#teachingtips #lessonideas #teacherclarity #teacherorganization #classroomsetup

This is your sign to make a school wide interactiv

This is your sign to make a school wide interactive bulletin board for students to share their goals at the beginning of the year!

It’s easy to do.

Just print out the letters and directions from my bulletin board resource and display it in a high traffic area of your school. Don’t forget to include a sharpie!

Comment GOAL and I’II DM you the link to find this resource in my shop. It’s also linked in my bio.

#teachersofinstagram #teacherplans #teachingideas #elementaryschoolteacher #classroomsetup

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