It makes me nervous. James said she leans on experienced teachers for resources, wisdom and emotional support. When she had questions about what to teach or how to handle a group of talkative students, she went to them for help. Bolin, who plans to teach at an Oklahoma university next year, said veteran educators can be invaluable to green teachers, who often think they know everything when they start. They know about their subject, but not about the students, she said.
Discipline scares some new teachers.
You know when to put your foot down. Garner often makes lists for new teachers about when to do book inventory, request classroom repairs and how much time it takes to walk from the classroom to the cafeteria. Most new teachers need to work on time management, she said. In with the new Fritts, the ACU professor, said new teachers offer a freshness and vitality. All levels of experience have a contribution to make.