Hidden Resources
New hires in any district have an enormous amount to learn. As a newly hired employee you will probably be presented with a staff handbook that outlines protocols and procedures. There are, however, some hidden resources that may not be identified in the handbook. Developing knowledge of them will help you in your new school environment.
There is a very important person that you should build a relationship with from the start - the school secretary. This staff member is the backbone of a school and is aware of what is going on within the school on a day-to-day basis. This makes him or her an excellent source of information for all those questions not found in the staff handbook.
Another invaluable resource that you should get to know is the school custodial staff. These staff members spend their day on their feet working tirelessly to keep the building in working order. They are the people you call when the faucet is leaking, the chair is broken, or when a student has a personal accident.
Last, but not least, are the paraprofessionals that support the teachers. “Relief” is how many teachers describe their initial reaction after learning that a paraprofessional will support them. Having a trained paraprofessional can make an enormous difference in the efficiency of your classroom. Such help is generally a welcome prospect for the overworked classroom teacher.
Remember your hidden resources. Finding them will make your job easier. Have a great year!
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