Episode Summary
Today we’re diving into five practical tips for newer EL teachers. Whether you’re transitioning into EL teaching, getting your certification, or supporting multilingual students in your regular classroom, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you succeed. From getting to know your students and understanding where they are in their learning journey, to effectively teaching both language and content, collaborating with classroom teachers, and building strong partnerships with families—I’ve got you covered. Plus, I’ll share some personal insights and strategies to set you up for a successful start to the school year.
What you will hear about in this episode:
- Importance of knowing students particularly in EL contexts
- Understand where your students are versus where they’re supposed to be
- Teaching both language and content
- Collaborate with classroom teachers
- Building partnerships with families
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Related/Previous Episodes:
- Episode 97 – How Teachers Can Harness The Power Of Second Language Acquisition Stages When Working With ELs
- Episode 98 – EL Newcomer To Experienced Multilingual: A Journey Through Language Proficiency Levels
- Episode 71 – How to Write Language and Content Objectives for EL Lessons