Teaching is a job that many people enter into without any real concept of how difficult it will be. People who become teachers want to make a change, do their best and get children off to the right start with their learning, but what they don’t really appreciate is the amount of work that will be required and how much this can drain you emotionally. Getting into teaching is one thing, staying in it long term is another. Here are some tips to last as a teacher long term:

• Talk to more experienced teachers. They will have been through tough times and will often have good advice to give.
• Plan your work accordingly. Many teachers leave the profession if they find the work overwhelming. Plan how to manage your workload so you are more prepared.
• Choose your school carefully. Teachers who are happy in their places of work are more likely to succeed.