The Trainee Primary Teacher's Handbook [Paperback]

This comprehensive handbook has been written for anyone interested in becoming a primary school teacher. The authors draw on their substantial classroom experience to guide you through the entire process, from selecting an Initial Teaching Training provider and putting together your application, to everything you need to know when you start that all important first job.

The book includes practical advice on:

- choosing the right course
- preparing for, and applying for the course
- getting to grips with educational jargon
- making the most of your training programme
- developing effective teaching skills
- looking ahead to your induction year.

This book is a must for anyone interested in becoming a primary school teacher.

Part 1 It's Decision TimeChapter 1 Early Thoughts Chapter 2 Is Teaching the Right Job for You? Chapter 3 Choosing the Right Training Provider Part 2 The Successful Application Chapter 4 Understanding Your School Visit Chapter 5 Making the Most of Your Lesson Observations Chapter 6 Preparing to Make your Application Part 3 Preparing for the Selection Day and Beyond Chapter 7 Completing the Selection Tasks Chapter 8 The Interview Chapter 9 Preparing for Your Training Course Part 4 Getting to Grips with the Jargon Chapter 10 Understanding Key Educational Terms and Issues Part 5 Understanding Your Training Programme Chapter 11 Understanding your training Chapter 12 Understanding and working towards the Professional Standards for QTS Chapter 13 Becoming a Reflective Practitioner Chapter 14 How to Get the Most out of Attending Lectures, Presentations and WorkshopsChapter 15 Essays and Assignments Chapter 16 Improving Your Subject Knowledge for Teaching Part 6 Understanding your School Practices Chapter 17 Different Types of School Practices Chapter 18 Acclimatising Yourself to the School Chapter 19 Preparing Yourself Psychologically for your Practice Chapter 20 Understanding your Development as a Trainee ChaptlN