As schools settle back into routine, it is important that we settle back into a routine to ensure we give ourselves the best opportunity at receiving work. Relief Teachers are in high demand so if you haven't been booked in for work before the day, here is a simple guide to have you ready and raring to go!
6.30 AM
Awake, get dressed and be ready for the call!
7.30 AM
If you have not received a message, be ready to walk out that door! As we know, schools are not always around the corner and being able to get up and go straight away is the key to getting work all year round.
LATE CALLS – The better you are on your phone the more likely you are to get a call. If you look after your contacts by answering the phone and keeping your availability up to date, they will look after you!
8.30 AM
Arrive at school. Being early is key to making a good impression. Greet the office staff, and gather all your information for the day - what class you are taking, where the classroom is, yard duties and any other important information to get through the day.
9.00 AM
The day begins, greet the students and have a great day! Be welcoming and positive with office staff and teachers in the staffroom, it will make your day move that much smoother with a friendly face!
9.00 - 3.30 PM
Ensure you complete any work that has been left by the outgoing teacher. Make sure you are flexible with the school's requirements and have fun with the students. It doesn’t take much for a prep student to call you ‘the best teacher ever’.
3.30 PM
Send the students off home! Be sure to make sure all children are collected or head to After School Care. Especially in the younger grades.
3.30 - 3.45 PM
Once all the students have left, return the room to the same way in which you found it and write down your notes for the classroom teacher. This step is very important, the classroom teachers need to know as much about your day in their classroom as possible. Detailed notes about the day's lessons and any behaviour issues are a must! Handy Tip: Hand these notes to the office to build a great relationship with the school, Principals love to see how Relief Teachers are going in their school.
Upon leaving, thank the staff for having you and make sure you sign any paperwork required by the school.
As mentioned above, routine is very important! Get into the right routine early on in the year and the rest of the year will fall into place.
Good Vibes and High Fives!