Jessica Zimmerman
Description
Did you just graduate and are about to start your first teaching job?
Are you transitioning into teaching from another profession?
Did you just get hi
...
red and school starts in a week (or started already)?
Then this book is your survival guide.
"Drinking from a Fire Hose: A Survival Guide for New Teachers," acknowledges the overwhelming demands faced by new teachers, from excessive workload to minimal preparation time, and aims to provide guidance on navigating these difficulties. It offers practical advice across four main areas—The Profession, The District, The Building, and The Classroom—and emphasizes the importance of self-care to prevent burnout. With checklists, writing prompts, and space to take notes, this book serves as both a reassurance and a resource to help new teachers turn the fire hose of their first year into a manageable drinking fountain.
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