Top 10 Ways to Please a Teacher- Principal Edition
10. Show your personality and humanness
9. Make eye contact, smile, and give a personal hello
8. Strike up non-educational conversation
7. Encourage a “pot luck” snack option at staff meetings
6. Reward hard work with a JEANS pass to be used any time throughout the year
5. Allow staff dismissal after buses on Friday
4. Leave a positive note after a walk-through observation
3. Differentiate requirements based on necessity and teacher ability
2. Ask, “What can I do for you?” or “How can I help you become better?”
1. Limit paperwork and “extra’s” so teachers can TEACH!
How can a Principal please you the most?
About the author, Gretchen
I am a teacher trainer and coach. Working elbow to elbow with teachers and teacher leaders to ensure instructional proficiency and student achievement soar lights me up. We have a real need in our nation for strong educators to remain in the field. My blog, book, podcast, courses and instructional materials are geared towards empowering teachers (and those that lead them) to receive the support needed to grow and thrive today, tomorrow and always.