Money Saving Advice & Tips for Teachers

Whether the sagging economy has affected your wallet, or you're a new teacher without many resources, our money saving tips for teachers will ensure that you have success in the classroom, without breaking the bank. Take our polls asking for ways you've been saving money, read our advice for ways to cut down on classroom waste (which saves money and the environment), and find out how you can get professional development at a lower cost.

Polls Let us know how you handle the rising costs of teaching! Money Spent on Supplies Your Work Commute Are You Paid Enough? Teacher Salaries Virtual Field Trips & Guest Speakers Don't let a lack of funding keep your students from having the valuable experiences of field trips. Go on a "virtual" field trip over the Internet, or invite a guest speaker to class. Top 10 Free Field Trips The cost of field trips can be prohibitive. Try our ideas for free "field trips": from virtual visits to faraway places to a stroll through your school cafeteria, we have plenty of ideas to keep your students engaged in learning. New teachers and those in less-funded districts will find this resource particularly valuable. Visit the White House via the Internet Students use the Internet to complete a scavenger hunt of the White House in this classroom computer activity. In addition to learning navigation skills, students learn about basic Internet terminology, email, and global addresses. Special Projects, Special Events To keep your students interested and engaged, consider inviting a guest speaker to your classroom, or going on a field trip. Go on a Building Tour Take your students on a building tour so that they may know their way around the school. Science Field Trips/Guest Speakers A great source of ideas to make your science class that much more interesting. Virtual Field Trip: Underground Railroad Take your students on a Virtual Field Trip through Underground Railroad sites in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Examine slavery in America and the historical role of this town during the 1800s. Virtual Field Trip: Black History in Boston Take students on a virtual field trip for Black History Month. Use these photos and resources to learn about places important to African-American history in Boston.

Saving on Supplies Many teachers spend hundreds of dollars of their own money to pay for classroom supplies. Reduce that amount with this advice. Money Saving Tips for Teachers You don't need to spend a lot to ensure that your students have all the materials they need. Follow these tips to cut down on the amount of supplies you buy, which will save you money and reduce environmental waste! Top 10 Free (& Cheap) Rewards for Students Are your students getting straight A's, demonstrating kind behavior, and turning in homework assignments on time every week? The rewards in this slideshow will show your students that you appreciate their diligence in the classroom and will encourage them to keep up the good work. New teachers will find this resource particularly valuable. On the Hunt for Supplies Need help finding instructional supplies for use in your classroom? This article provides plenty of advice for finding materials within your community low to no cost. Professional Development Gain a better understanding of your teaching field, without spending your entire salary on course work. Money Saving Tips for Professional Development Interested in professional development, but concerned about the money involved? Read our advice on how to cut costs and still acquire a fantastic education that will benefit you and your students. Finding and Writing Grants Teachers will learn strategies for getting money via grants. Title VI Grants: A Source for Educational Funding If you're looking for a source of funding for projects, consider Title VI Innovative Program Strategies grants. Professional Development Resources for Teachers Discover a wide range of professional development resources for educators. You can improve your teaching skills with these articles, lesson plans, and resources.