Organization for the extremely detail orientented new teacher

Say that ten times fast. 

Just kidding, we all know that new teachers don't have any extra time.

I was blessed to have three weeks due to the hiring process and making things official that I could prepare some things so when I walked into the classroom, I would be ready to go.

And in order for this first year to be less stressful, I knew I would need to have an organization system to help keep my stress level at bay.

So of course, Pinterest is like a paradise for teachers everywhere. And so like many teachers, I have been saving things over the course of the years that would be great tools for organization in my classroom.

Here are two of my favorites, and neither of them was super hard, or costly!

Transform a 3-drawer Sterilite Drawer into a weekly paper organization tool!

 I found a free editable template to make the drawer labels. 

I loved it so much, I made another one up to help keep me organized!

 And the handy dandy teacher toolbox, at your finger tips. 

Using a simple plastic toolbox with drawers

 And turning into the all inclusive teacher toolbox. I love that everything has its own place, and it makes it so easy for me to find things, as well as the many aides, assistants and other staff members who work in my room!

And who doesn't love a little bright chevron to brighten up their room??

And a sneak peak at my newly decorated bulletin boards!

In college, I thought back to school dorm/apartment shopping was the best thing, but nope.. Definitely decorating bulletin boards!!!

So I hope you can enjoy your imperfection amidst all the joys of your life!

Imperfection

Amongst all the imperfections within life, it never ceases to amaze me that God's timing is perfect.

When I had become just about as frustrated as I could become, God opened the door, and I landed that perfect position that I had been so patiently - okay, let me be honest, I am not patient. Realistically, I was impatiently waiting for the door to open for me to go in and have an impact on education.

I am so excited to have landed a job at a wonderful school district, with wonderful coworkers and students.


So now, for all the details.

I am the proud teacher of 24 dear, darling Kindergarteners!

And through all the waiting, God showed me that patience truly is a virtue, and that his timing is perfect, and I need to trust in that.

So now, I have been in the classroom for a month, adjusted to my students, tweaked the routine, and built many relationships - with my Kindergarten team, as well as my students.

And I feel so incredibly blessed to have the opportunity to impact childrens' education, starting with the very foundation which others will build upon.

And among all my great ideas, busy planning, meetings, and keeping (or trying to) up with a house, I may be very absent, and for that I apologize. But once I had adjusted to my new norm, I promise to get back into crafting, posting, and I am sure occasionally a good story or two about the classroom.

So I hope that you can continue to enjoy your imperfect slice of life, I know I sure am!