NU #12 - 9 Reasons New Teachers Experience Overwhelm

One of the most profound and rewarding parts of my job as a Principal is to coach & support new teachers. I adore seeing them transition from knowing the theoretical aspects of teaching to implementing the practical (people) part of the job. It’s really cool to watch a new educator apply and execute what they’ve learned.

Typically, new teachers begin full of enthusiasm and creative spirit, with high hopes of landing a great position in a school that they love. They’ve spent years training and working towards the moment when they sign their first permanent contract and th