KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM REVEAL! 🥹💕*classroom set up series pt. 1*

Ahhhh! It's finally classroom set up time (almost)! It was SUCH an exciting day - I was able to get into the school to see my classroom today and hang out with my co teacher for the first time!

Stay tuned for ALL the classroom set up vlogs to come!!

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[abbysmall]

K teacher for 8 years 🙋🏼‍♀️ it’s the most fulfilling yet challenging grade. The growth they make is incredible. Biggest tip is establish routines and structure early and be VERY EXPLICIT in what you expect. Seriously, over explain and act out/model EVERYTHING! Also, keep as much data as possible. I’ve found the biggest challenge with K is that a lot of kids come in with big needs and no services because it’s often the first time they’ve been exposed to being around other kids/a school environment. Sometimes it’s literally like these kids have crawled out from under a rock. It can often take months and months of data tracking to prove they need extra support, and meanwhile they’re taking up the majority of your attention while you have 15-20 other kids to also worry about 😵‍💫 having a co teacher will definitely help though! Excited to see your journey!

[kinsey]

This is my third year in K! I’ve learned the hard way, that they need structure right away. Get the routines introduced in the first two weeks and then stick to them no matter what! It’ll help their behaviors so much :) kinder is the most rewarding though! I love it

[hipster]

I worked in kinder for a little while before getting my current job in first grade and the beginning of the year is basically working in kinder. It’s definitely a lot more demanding when it comes to working independently but the growth that you see from the beginning of the year to the end makes your teacher heart explode with pride. It is a big jump from 2nd but not in a bad way!

[taylorcaitlyn]

Kindergarten teacher for 7.5 years. I learned how to be extremely patient. I think having your co-teacher will be extremely helpful to navigate all that is K! Patience is key. Simple, explicit directions are important. I went from K to 2nd so reverse of you! Just know they are "babies" and need guidance with everything. Pictures with directions. Clear expectations. Teaching them EVERYTHING. Routines and procedures for the first to three months. Good luck! I can't wait to see your guys' classroom transform! So fun.

[attitudebabe]

Been a kinder teacher for years. Absolutely love it. The first month is hectic and you will go home and just crash and that’s okay! My husband is always very supportive and has wine/dinner ready when I drag myself home that first month.

[upbeatcreativeteacher]

Madison I'm excited for you! I'm a kindergarten teacher in Texas. I've been following you since you started teaching. We started teaching around the same time. I think it is neat that you and your co-teacher are starting out on the right foot. I hope we get to meet her one day. Thanks for sharing your life and teacher journey.

[duannehaughton]

Student teacher here. Congrats on your new kindergarten job and your growing family! Hooray!

[madelineheeter]

Just finished my first year of teaching in Kinder and I am going back. I absolutely love Kinder! I’ve learned over the year to just let go to your own expectations. Have strict routines. Have fun! The kids are so much fun ❤️

[thetraumainformedteacher]

I was a kindergarten teacher and I loved it but it is also really tiring! At the start of the year make sure you have your bus list and car rider list all ironed out first day because they will be insecure about going home. Also when you go out for recess take your roster so you don’t lose anyone who isn’t paying attention. 😂. There is a lot of teaching simple things like popping the top of the glue sticks and such, but they are so sweet and they grow much in that year! It’s super rewarding!

[chrisoulalakkas]

The smarter you get, the less you speak. You grow to realize not everyone is worth confrontation. Your time is valuable. Your energy is priceless. You won't waste either on people who don't deserve them.

[michellemp]

Congrats on your kindergarten position!! How exciting!! Glad you'll be filming classroom set-up videos. Would love to see what planner you'll be using for the this upcoming school year, digital or paper - I love watching plan with me vlogs. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

[KatelynHill]

I’ve taught kindergarten for 7 years - best tips are routine, routine and routine! And have it displayed big and bold. The first month is just getting them used to this. Second is also showing them bathroom routine and etiquette. Third is your relationship with your teaching partner is so important - I think it’s easy sometimes to forget about caring for that relationship. But also figuring out what each other’s strengths are and roll with that. Trust will make the classroom much more enjoyable.
Last tip timers are your best friend! Great visual tool. Kindergarten is very tough but so rewarding the amount of growth you get to be apart of is insane so while some days are hard the processes is so worth it!

[tatianareyes]

Going into my 3rd year teaching Kinder at a charter school, you’re going to love it! 😊 And I can’t wait to see how you and your co set up your space!

[kaitlynburgess]

This will be my third year teaching kinder! It’s such a fun age and a super fulfilling grade to teach. You will be absolutely amazed at the growth you see from the beginning to the end of year! Routine, routine, routine is so important at their age. If they know routines and procedures that’s half the battle right there. My kids last year would tell subs they were doing things wrong.🙈 There’s a lot of ground to cover in kinder, and kids come into the year with a super wide range of abilities. Do not panic if some kids aren’t blending CVC words yet by the end of the first semester. In my experience it “clicks” for some later in the year and then they soar. Not always, but for a good many. I remember my first year (and even a little this year) I was really worried about some and most ended up being just fine! And most importantly, have fun with them!! It’s one of my favorite parts about kindergarten—you get to see enormous academic progress, but they’re also still little so there’s room to squeeze in more fun activities as well! You get to experience such a magical age teaching kinder. Laugh with them, play with them, and enjoy them! You’ve got this! ❤

[cookies]

I’m a first year teacher, and I will be teaching kindergarten! I’m excited to watch your videos while I begin this journey!

[RaeleenxMarie]

I have taught kindergarten for 1.5 years and love it! You will be exhausted 😂😂 The biggest thing would be for you guys to figure out your procedures and model them a lot on the first few weeks.

[sinanadolny]

i was so devestated to learn that you had quit teaching previously and am SO excited you’re back into it! good luck!!!❤

[victoriaogorzelec]

Definitely agree with everyone about establishing structure and routines, clear instructions that you need to repeat several times sometimes. I've learned so much patience with kindergarteners but it's so rewarding to see the progress they make🩵 it's important to laugh with them, they are so full of energy and fun🫶🏻 excited for you!!

[kaylaplaysroblox]

I love your classroom Madison! Can’t wait to see how you and your co teacher decorates it! I’m so exited to see this new adventure! Love you Madison!!!💕❤️😊

[christinem]

Oh my goodness Madison I am so excited for you!!! I know your going to be the best kindergarten teacher and those kids will love you! Can't wait to watch all your classroom vlogs!! Love you!