021: How to Be a Strong Elementary Guide

Think back to your favorite elementary school teacher. Did they inspire you? Make you feel heard? Connect with you daily? As elementary guides, we should strive to be these kinds of teachers, the ones who inspire our students to be curious about the world around them.In this episode, we explain what it means to be a truly inspirational elementary guide. We share what different teaching styles look like in the classroom and how to know what kind of teacher you are. Plus, we share a list of guidelines you can use to ensure you’re teaching to your fullest potential.What’s in this episode:What sets a great teacher apart from a good oneWhat different teaching styles look like in practiceWhy it’s important to inspire students, not just teach themHow to create a plan that still allows for spontaneity and flexibilityHow to be a responsive teacher and practice active observationWhy it’s vital that elementary guides practice self-reflectionHow to connect with students, colleagues, and parentsFor full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit https://www.trilliummontessori.org/how-to-be-a-strong-elementary-guide/Resources Mentioned in This Episode:N/AConnect With UsVisit our websiteFollow us on InstagramConnect with us on FacebookThe Montessori Classroom Bootcamps will be open for enrollment July 21-29. Classes begin August 1.Elementary Classroom Planning Bootcamp for 6-12 with Letty RisingClassroom Setup Bootcamp for 3-6 with Seemi Abdullah