First Year Teacher Checklist & Survival Guide | 60+ Pages of Tips & Templates

Start strong and stay confident—your first year just got a whole lot easier!
This First-Year Teacher Survival Manual is your go-to guide for classroom management, daily routines, curriculum setup, and school expectations. Whether you're prepping your classroom, navigating your first staff meeting, or figuring out what to do during a fire drill, this resource has you covered.

Organized into sections, this binder helps new teachers feel supported and prepared from Day 1—no guesswork, no overwhelm, just clear, practical guidance made by a teacher for teachers.

Perfect for K–5 teachers, mentor programs, student teachers, and new hires!

What’s Included & Topics Covered:

✅ 60+ pages of valuable content for new & first-year teachers
✅ Includes tips, templates, and checklists
✅ Covers classroom management, procedures, & routines
✅ Guidance on SSTs, IEPs, 504 Plans
✅ Before school, first day, Back-to-School Night, & Open House checklists
✅ Sub plans, fire drill/lockdown protocols, & organization tips
✅ Ideas for parent involvement + communication
✅ Real samples you can adapt and use right away

 Perfect For:

• First-year teachers
• Student teachers or interns
• Teacher mentors or instructional coaches
• Summer prep or onboarding

I really hope you find this resource as helpful as I intended it to be. These are all the things I wish I had in one place during my first year—especially during those “What now?!” moments. Keep it handy, and don’t be afraid to make it your own!

From my classroom to yours,
Ms. Vue