The document provides advice for new teachers in 10 points. It acknowledges that new teachers will make mistakes but should appear confident. While a strict demeanor was once advised, teachers should now be themselves and develop engaging lessons. When unsure of an answer, it's okay to consult resources. Students prefer structure and challenging work, so teachers should question practices and encourage students' questioning. Teachers should find validation from positive student outcomes rather than always seeking praise from others.

1. TheNewTeacher
1. Thou shalt make MANY mistakes.
2. A wise man once said “It is best to never let a pupil see you smile before Christmas comes.” Unfortunately, he
suffered a terrible attack of the heart and is no longer with us to confirm the usefulness of this strategy.
3. You shall appear as a parent, a pastor, or even a parole officer to some.
4. It might be expected that, as a teacher, you are skilled in developing novel approaches to teaching boring stuff that
matters.
5. If you do not know an answer, do not be afraid to call upon Gog (Great Oracle Google).
6. Know thyself. Be a cool teacher and they will like you; be yourself and they will learn from you.
7. Herein lies the paradox of teaching: your aim is to get your pupils to need you less.
8. Be ye not fooled! Your students actually prefer order over chaos and challenging work over menial tasks.
9. Question all matters of teaching and teach your students to question all matters of learning (do not confuse a good
question with a good challenge).
10. Do not expect praise from adults, lest ye be willing to suffer grave disappointment. Rather, look to your students for
signs that your efforts are paying off.
Des Floyd
“10ThingsIwishthey’dtoldme”