Does the thought of stepping into your classroom fill you with a knot of worry? You're not alone. Every new teacher feels the weight of responsibility, wondering if students will listen, how to handle disruption, and whether they can create a safe and inspiring learning space.

Beyond First Day Jitters is your roadmap to transforming anxiety into confidence. This practical and compassionate guide shows you how to build a thriving classroom where students feel safe, respected, and motivated to learn.

Inside you will discover:

• The root causes of new teacher anxiety and strategies to overcome them.
• The five pillars of effective classroom management.
• How to build trust and align expectations with students, parents, and community.
• Proactive strategies and tiered support models to prevent misbehavior.
• Engaging instructional techniques that keep students involved and reduce disruptions.
• Time management and self-care routines to prevent burnout.
• Ways to use reflection and data to continuously improve your teaching.

Drawing from real classroom insights, Eleanor Vance equips you with the tools to turn first-day jitters into lasting joy. This is not about strict discipline ? it's about creating a supportive, inspiring learning environment for both teacher and students.

It's time to trade anxiety for empowerment and step confidently into the classroom you've always dreamed of.