Effective Teacher Time Management is Crucial! Here's What You Need To Do.Teacher time management is a very important commodity in the hustle and bustle of every day living. You cannot manage time, it marches on. You must manage yourself with respect to this non-renewable resource. Remember, there are 86,400 seconds in the day and it is estimated that most of us waste about 7200 of them every day. By managing to utilize time better, we can increase efficiency and therefore decrease our teacher stress. Here are some effective time management strategies: * Do difficult things first. * Avoid "two places at once" conflicts. * Use breaks wisely (power nap). * Be reasonable (don't burn the candle at both ends). * Make time for yourself. * Make lists (in order of priority). * Handle paper only once (i.e. don't make piles, put it away the first time). * Use the "circular" (wastebasket) file (don't keep things you don't need). * Keep a notebook for reminders. In the classroom, you are in control - learn to delegate. Decide the tasks that you must do, those that can be delegated to other staff members, and the tasks that can be delegated to your students. Remember .... you are only human. Teacher time management starts with setting reasonable goals. Use your time wisely and be prepared to change - but only one step at a time. Please read my page on
time management in the classroom
, which will not only reduce teacher stress, but is also crucial in keeping your students' interested and motivated.
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