Professional Identity Reflection by Samantha Sperling https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2 WMA 4.2 en-us 2021-11-08 00:05:51 UTC 2026-02-26 03:31:36 UTC hello@padlet.com Time management and organisation https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907534588 Going into this year I knew I needed to work on my time management within the classroom. Whilst I'd like to say that this came more naturally as I began this year, I do this it was something that I was conscious of and worked hard at. ]]> 2021-11-23 04:01:32 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907534588 Focus Groups & Conferences https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907534607 I learnt a number of different strategies to run effective focus groups and conferences.]]> 2021-11-23 04:01:33 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907534607 Behaviour management https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535411 Being open to trying new behaviour management strategies to support challenging students.]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:11 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535411 Stay Organised https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535486 As hard as it can be at times, by keeping up to date with planning, admin, assessment etc. takes away a lot of stress.]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:15 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535486 being more organised. katielapp https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535519 2021-11-23 04:02:17 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535519 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535625 - Don't be too hard on yourself. 
- Make a work life balance a priority. 
- Take advantage of every learning opportunity available to you. 
- One bad lesson does not have to be a bad day/bad week. 
- In term 1, focus on developing positive relationships with your students, this will set the foundation for your classroom for the rest of the year. 
- Ask for HELP when you need it! Don't suffer alone. 
- Take a moment to appreciate the little things. ]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:22 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535625 Guided Reading https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535663 My reading practice was a huge focus for me this year, and I really feel confident in how I run my reading sessions and how I implement guided reading within my classroom]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:24 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535663 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535872 Don't take whatever the students say to you personally - they may hate you one day but will love you the next!]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:34 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907535872 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536230 Say yes to going out for a drink with your colleagues!]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536230 Lesson Planning https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536378 I've learnt to plan lessons according to the Vic Curric and select engaging activities]]> 2021-11-23 04:02:58 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536378 Classroom management andrewkay1 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536727 Dealing with different behavioural expectations and managing them whilst being consistent with the rest of the class]]> 2021-11-23 04:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536727 focus on building relationships with students. get to really know them. this will help with behaviour management katielapp https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536789 2021-11-23 04:03:19 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907536789 adameanderson https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537084 Allow your personality to shine through and develop strong connections with your students and colleagues. Don't be afraid to make mistakes and own them/learn from them.]]> 2021-11-23 04:03:34 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537084 Time management and routines https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537094 Early on I would go overtime and didn't allocate time strategically. I often did not get to do a generalise/reflection section as I ran out of time. 
Now Lessons run smoothly most times and I can get through everything that I set out to deliver.]]> 2021-11-23 04:03:35 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537094 Confidence when speaking to parents/carers https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537280 At the beginning of the year, I found it daunting to speak to parents/carers in interviews, phone calls etc. After getting support from my mentor, I have developed confidence and strategies when speaking to parents/carers and structuring a conversation to flow positively.]]> 2021-11-23 04:03:45 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537280 Student relationships https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537362 Looking beyond the initial impression and taking the time to find what makes each child unique. Figuring out what works best for them to learn best. ]]> 2021-11-23 04:03:49 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537362 don't waste time making lessons/signs/charts, etc. look pretty katielapp https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537696 2021-11-23 04:04:04 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537696 Social Media https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537730 Stop watching perfect classroom videos setups on Instagram.

]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907537730 Don't be fearful of making mistakes https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538362 This is the year to make mistakes and learn what does/doesn't work for you and your teaching style. This leaves more room to be flexible.

]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:33 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538362 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538425 To set boundaries with work, the strength/patience to cope with students having meltdowns, being able to use a soft voice throughout lessons rather than needing to project my voice. ]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:36 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538425 time andrewkay1 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538492 Have at least one day where work doesn't enter your mind]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:39 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538492 adameanderson https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538807 Allowing students to be inquisitive and leading the direction of their learning.]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:53 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538807 https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538891 When in doubt, always ask. 
Try to pre-empt possible scenarios so you can avoid them. 
Build good relationships with parents. 
Prioritise your students' wellbeing above all else. 
Get things done - don't procrastinate. ]]> 2021-11-23 04:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907538891 Work Life/Balance https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907539558 Maintaining a balance between work life and personal life and not working on the weekends. Setting those boundaries so that you have time to spend with family and friends.]]> 2021-11-23 04:05:27 UTC https://padlet.com/samanthasperling2/owa4e0yu1mk5f8j2/wish/1907539558