Episode 50: 5 Rules of Thumb For The Traveling Teacher

Danielle and Nicole are back with their 50th episode! Woo-hoo! And while we're excited to reach this benchmark, we're back to business discussing what it's like to be a teacher "on the move". Nicole has done her fair share of traveling between classrooms, and shares her 5 rules of thumb for making these classroom transitions as seamless as possible.  Rule of Thumb #1: Shoutout to our pal and fellow podcaster, Kelly Jackson @thesimiplyorganizedteacher for this quote; "Everything needs to have a home".  — organizational tools at home base and in teacher bag — backups of backups chargers, batteries, pens  Rule of Thumb #2: "Have a system"  - homework submission, classroom helpers, start and close procedures Rule of Thumb #3: "Spend the Time"  - stay late/go in early to set up for next day.  - No luxury of “game time decision” Rule of Thumb #4:  "Don’t Waver on Authority" - traveling doesn’t mean disorganized - own the space Rule of Thumb #5:  "Communication is Key"  - talk with neighboring teachers  - ask for help and your own permanent space in the classroom