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 from notable publishers and experts in the field. Whether you're interested in improving your teaching skills with a few new concepts or are interested in acquiring an advanced degree, we have the tips and resources to help you ensure you're teaching at the highest possible level.

Teaching Strategies Teaching Strategies for Reading Use these strategies to improve your students' reading comprehension skills. Included are articles to teach you about each concept and lesson plans with which you can implement the strategies. Teaching Strategies for Language Arts Use these strategies to improve your students' language arts skills. Included are articles to teach you about each concept and lesson plans with which you can implement the strategies. Math & Science Teaching Strategies These strategies will help to improve your students' math and science skills. Included are articles to teach you about each concept and lesson plans with which you can implement the strategies. Journaling Teaching Strategies Use these journaling strategies in your classroom to expand the learning capabilities of your students. Included are articles to teach you about each concept and lesson plans with which you can implement the strategies. Cooperative Learning Teaching Strategies Use these strategies to improve your students' cooperative learning skills. Included are articles to teach you about each concept and lesson plans with which you can implement the strategies. Teaching Methods Discover a vast range of current articles on teaching methods, such as cooperative learning, inclusion, and authentic assessment. These resources are ideal for teachers of all grades. Social Skills and Autism The approaches in these articles will help children with autism build social skills. Use these strategies to prepare kids with autism for classroom interactions and to promote social development. Assessment Advice & Forms Assessment can be a tricky task. Our collection of ideas and forms will make it easier for you to evaluate and grade your students' work, no matter their grade level. Adapt Lessons to Reach All Students An overview of six curricular design issues that help ensure appropriate inclusive teaching. Using Manipulatives Manipulatives are physical objects that are used as teaching tools to engage students in the hands-on learning of mathematics. They can be used to introduce, practice, or remediate a concept. Effective Teaching Strategies Use a list that provides a quick reference to the methodology of effective teachers. How to Use and Grade Rubrics A brief description of the purpose of rubrics, as well as how to use and grade them. Grading the Writing of Your Students A list of general keys to grading your students' writing. Fire in the Classroom: Teaching Advice This excerpt from Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire will introduce you to Rafe Esquith and his advice on being a successful teacher and transforming your students' education. Portfolios Portfolios This collection of articles and resource will help you build portfolios with your students. Portfolios are a great mode of assessment for your classroom. Organizing a Professional Portfolio Concrete ideas on what to include in a Professional Portfolio for teachers. Professional Portfolios for Teachers Learn how to create a professional portfolio that accurately showcases your talents as an educator. This demonstration of your work is great to bring with you when you are interviewing for a new job.

Classroom & Behavior Management Elementary Classroom Survival Tips These survival tips will help teachers of grades K-4 successfully manage their classroom. Check out the curriculum planning tips to find advice for elementary art, math, reading, science, and more! Behavior Management Resources Use our behavior management resources to establish effective classroom discipline. Learn how to handle disruptive student behavior and minimize its effect on others with these articles and printables. Personalizing the Secondary Classroom Find ideas and activities for personalizing your secondary classroom. These articles, printables, and guides will aid teachers in making their classroom safe and inviting for grades 9-12. Bloom's Taxonomy: An Overview Bloom's Taxonomy helps you to craft lessons that lead students to refine their thinking. You'll find it indispensable for planning units and developing skills. Advice from Veteran Teachers New teachers will find valuable advice from experienced teachers on parent-teacher communication, lesson planning, and more. Use these resources to help manage your classroom and plan your curriculum. Special Needs Resource Center Find answers to questions about issues such as ADD/ADHD, inclusion, and assessment. This extensive collection of tips, articles, and materials was put together in collaboration with the Council for Exceptional Children. Social & Emotional Issues – Teacher Resources Help develop your students' social skills, emotional skills, and quality of character. These printables, lessons, and other resources will supply guidelines and advice for addressing social and emotional issues. Characteristics of Effective Behavior Managers Characteristics of teachers who are effective behavior managers. Additional Resources Dictionary of Educational Jargon If you are confused about all the different terms you have come across while preparing for a teaching job, this glossary will help you understand the jargon of your new profession. Literacy Glossary A list of terms pertaining to literacy and reading. Teacher Salaries: Facts & Articles Find the latest data on average teaching salaries and information on other relevant topics of the teaching profession, such as students' test scores. New Teacher Resources Discover everything a beginning teacher will need for a successful school year, from tips for your first day, to classroom-management advice, to printables and lesson plans that will support your curriculum all year long. Considering Professional Development? Are you considering taking professional development courses to enhance your teaching skills? Tell us in this poll! Finding a Teaching Job Find tips on interviewing, studying for the Praxis, building a professional portfolio, organizing your applications, and acing those interview questions to help you land the teaching job you want. Becoming a Teacher Excellent information on licensing and certification requirements, financial aid resources, and more.