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Success as a new teacher

Two new teachers explain what have been their greatest successes during their first year

In these videos, Isaac and Paris describe some of their best moments of success during their year as new teachers. These events are probably not anything that could be ‘measured’ as part of the teacher standards.

They are about relationships, pride and enjoyment. Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions you can join and the freedoms you first have as a new teacher can be both daunting and exciting.

Do you hope any of your targets from the previous step will lead to a similar sense of success?

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How to Succeed as a Newly Qualified Teacher

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