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Kristen Leonard
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Registrace 2. 02. 2018
God first. 1st grade teacher. Thanks for being here 🫶🏽✨
Meeting my 1st graders! // Open House 🚀
Hey guys! Welcome back to my channel. Today’s vlog is all about how I set up for open house!
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Also…follow me on IG!
_lovelykristen 💕
Here’s my wishlist/cash app if you’d like to donate. I’m a new teacher and would love any support:
www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/304PY2BKQUE1K?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_2
$kristenleonard23
Music by Jennifer Chung - Better Today Than Yesterday - thmatc.co/?l=85CC985D
Items mentioned:
Welcome back coloring sheets: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Welcome-Back-to-School-Coloring-Sheets-9998822
Editable student information sheets: www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Editable-Student-Information-Sheet-1334724
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Classroom Setup Part 2 | 1st Grade Classroom
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Hey guys! Welcome back to my channel. Today’s vlog is part 2 of setup. I hope you enjoy! Also…follow me on IG! _lovelykristen 💕 Here’s my wishlist/cash app if you’d like to donate. I’m a new teacher and would love any support: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/304PY2BKQUE1K?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_2 $kristenleonard23 Music by Jennifer Chung - Better Today Than Yesterday - thmatc.co/?l=85CC985D #teac...
I got ANOTHER teaching job + empty room tour/classroom setup day 1 🩵
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Hey guys! Welcome back to my channel. In today’s vlog I’m taking you along as I start the process of setting up my new classroom. You also get to learn what grade I’m teaching this upcoming school year. Give the video a like, comment your thoughts, subscribe and share. Don’t forget to turn on post notifications so you’ll be notified whenever I drop. Also…follow me on IG! _lovelykristen 💕 Here’s...
Week in the Life of a Substitute Teacher // Teacher Appreciation Week 👩🏽🏫💐🫶🏽
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Welcome or welcome back to my channel. I hope you enjoy spending time with me in today’s vlog. Please comment, like, and subscribe. I appreciate any and all support 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats #teachers #teaching #substitute #substituteteacher #teacherappreciation #teacherappreciationweek #weekinmylife
Week in the Life of a Substitute Teacher 👩🏽🏫🩷
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my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. I hope you enjoy spending time with me in today’s vlog. Please comment, like, and subscribe. I appreciate any and all support 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats Music by Damien Sebe - sleeping on a cloud - thmatc.co/?l=5B9FF475 #teachers #teaching #substitute #substituteteacher #teacherappreciation #weekinmylife
What’s next after quitting my teaching position? | LIFE UPDATE
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Hey my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. Today’s video is an update about what’s next for me in regard to teaching. Please comment, like, and subscribe. I appreciate any and all support 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats #teachers #teaching #teachingjobs #substitute #substituteteacher #lifeupdate
Birthday celebration + opening up about teaching…
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Hey my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. I hope you enjoy spending time with me in today’s vlog. Please comment, like, and subscribe. I appreciate any and all support 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats Music by Damien Sebe - sleeping on a cloud - thmatc.co/?l=5B9FF475 #bowling #bowlingalley #birthdaycelebration #birthdayvlog #teaching #teachers
Little Caesars Crazy Puffs Review + Quitting Teaching?
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Hey my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. I hope you enjoy this video! Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats #foodreview #mukbang #teachingjobs #teaching #teachers
My Instagram Followers Control My Day + CRAZY Storytime! 🫣
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Hey my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. You get to see my instagram followers control my day in this video. I’ve always wanted to film one of these. Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe 💕 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats Music by Damien Sebe - sleeping on a cloud - thmatc.co/?l=5B9FF475 Music by Obie Hans - Lucid Dreaming - thmatc.co/?l=064A45C3 #dayinmylife #dayinmy...
Pros and Cons of Teaching vs. Being a Paraprofessional | Tips & Advice
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Hey my lovelies! Welcome or welcome back to my channel. In this video I'm comparing my experience as teacher vs. paraprofessional. Please leave any comments or questions you may have down below. Also, don’t forget to like and subscribe 💕 Wish list: www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/304PY2BKQUE1K/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_1 FOLLOW ME: IG: _lovelykristen IG: kl eats #teachers #teacherlife #teachervlog #...
WEEK IN MY LIFE AS A TEACHER | 101 days of school, centers, teaching struggles…
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WEEK IN MY LIFE AS A TEACHER | 101 days of school, centers, teaching struggles…
Week in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | It’s been rough!
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Week in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | It’s been rough!
Watch me Teach Kindergarten | Teacher Vlog
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Watch me Teach Kindergarten | Teacher Vlog
Week in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Centers, Halloween, etc.
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Week in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Centers, Halloween, etc.
Day in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Morning Routine, Daily Slides, etc.
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Day in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Morning Routine, Daily Slides, etc.
Day in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Organizing & Planning
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Day in the Life of a Kindergarten Teacher | Organizing & Planning
Kindergarten Classroom Must Haves | First Year Teacher
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Kindergarten Classroom Must Haves | First Year Teacher
Kindergarten Classroom Setup Part 2 | First Year Teacher
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Kindergarten Classroom Setup Part 2 | First Year Teacher
Kindergarten Classroom Setup Part 1 | First Year Teacher
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Kindergarten Classroom Setup Part 1 | First Year Teacher
Shopping for My First Classroom + Haul | Target Dollar Spot, Michaels, & More!
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Shopping for My First Classroom Haul | Target Dollar Spot, Michaels, & More!
Prepping for Classroom Setup | First Year Teacher
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Prepping for Classroom Setup | First Year Teacher
I GOT A TEACHING JOB!! | empty classroom tour + unboxing my decor collection
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I GOT A TEACHING JOB!! | empty classroom tour unboxing my decor collection
Week in the Life // My Last Video as a Paraprofessional 🤭 *New Beginnings*
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Week in the Life // My Last Video as a Paraprofessional 🤭 *New Beginnings*
Week in the Life of a Paraprofessional | VLOG
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Week in the Life of a Paraprofessional | VLOG
Tips for Paraprofessionals & Education Students
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Tips for Paraprofessionals & Education Students
Teacher haul, what’s in my teacher bag, and more! | VLOG
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Teacher haul, what’s in my teacher bag, and more! | VLOG
Travel Vlog: Happy hour, pool day, & more!
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Travel Vlog: Happy hour, pool day, & more!
Travel Vlog: Weekend trip to Florida to celebrate✨
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Travel Vlog: Weekend trip to Florida to celebrate✨
Week in the Life of a Paraprofessional // Celebrating My Birthday | VLOG
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Week in the Life of a Paraprofessional // Celebrating My Birthday | VLOG
I subscribed to your channel I love it so far so Good I like it
Those light up clouds are adorable! You did such an amazing job in your classroom!
Hi Kristen! I'm a new subscriber. Thank you so much for your videos! I just found your videos today and love them! Have an amazing and blessed school year!
Thanks for the video. I have a question . How to become certified teacher?
God Bless you Ms/Mrs.Leonard 🫶🏼 definitely needed to see this one
beyond helpful. ty so much
Cute! Have a great year! ❤❤
Have a great year!!
Wishing you a low stress and successful school year :)
Your classroom is really coming together. Great work.
@@ColoringforComfort Thank you! I appreciate it 🫶🏽
I hear you! A lot to do and not enough time ❤ Thankful you have your sweet mom and aunt to help!
@@teacherof20 Yes! So thankful for them! 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
I love your videos❤ You are awesome. I just got hired as para professional this year and I learned a lot just watching your videos. Thank you ❤
Thank you 🥹 Congratulations! I’m glad my videos were able to help you. Thanks for following along 💕 Wishing you the best on the new job!
Congratulations 🎉🎉
Thank you! 💕
I have a question. I’m not a para I was hired as sub teacher. Do I take jobs with para in the description or only the sub jobs
@@PrincessYonna1 Hey. When I subbed, I picked up jobs for paras too with an understanding that I would get paid less than if I pick up for a certified teacher.
Great video!
@@HernameisSAFFA Thank you! 💕
As a para did you have to attend Professional Development Days?
@@sayitaintso56 I literally can’t remember any.
Just found your channel. I just decided I wanted to start this journey. I worked with littles for years and want to become a paraprofessional.
Thanks for watching! That’s great. I hope all goes well 🙏🏽💕
Great video
Thanks for watching 💕
Im nervous about the GACE test, does anyone have any tips or aids im especially worried about the math.
I purchased the practice exams for both parts of the elementary GACE. They helped me some. Then I of course reviewed all of my notes from my courses. I would recommend looking up videos to see what other resources people recommend.
Welcome to first grade!! Quick question: do you have a sister on YT?👀
Thank you 🫶🏽🫶🏽 I don’t have a sister lol.
@@_lovelykristen you resemble @MsVaugnTV. That’s why I asked
Congrats and welcome back to the classroom! I also find the stickers a little tacky. A little Goo-gone will take them right off. Wishing you a wonderful year!
Right! Lol. Most likely will be taking those off 😂 Thank you! 💕💕
Congratulations! Your videos are inspiring for me as an educator. That is so different having only large tables, as we have small desks for each person at the school where I work. I enjoy following your journey! 🤍
Thank you! I honestly was hoping I would have desks lol. The tables are cool, but I feel like you can do more with desks. Thanks for watching and following along 💕💕
Great video! One quick suggestion. It looks like you might have room at the tables for three children's chairs on the length of each table (no chairs on the width). This would mean you still have groups of six but no children would have their back to the board, at least for the front three tables. Hope this isn't overstepping and helps. Have a great year.
@@dilyswt Thank you. That’s definitely something to take into consideration. I’ll play around with that idea and see. I appreciate the suggestion.
Aw congratulations! First grade is the best! I think it will be a good transition for you since you taught kinder last year! Just liked video and subscribed!! Have a blessed year! 💖💖💖
@@teacherof20 Thank you. Glad to have you follow along 💕
Congrats 🎉 excited to follow your journey again, especially since this is the grade level I would like to teach ❤️ what study material did you use for the GACE/teacher certification exam?
Thank you. Happy to have you follow along 💕 I purchased the practice exams for both parts on the GACE website. Then I reviewed important topics/notes from my courses.
Congratulations. I know you are going to have a great school year.
Thank you so much 🥹🙏🏽
I am so excited for you and look forward to following along with you on your journey. I am currently in school for education as a former Paraprofessional and I am looking forward to the transition.
Thank you! Happy to have you follow along 💕 Congrats on your journey. Hope it all goes well 🙏🏽
You are teaching your dream grade. God is so good. ❤❤❤❤
@@keinaleonard9715 He is! 🥹🙏🏽
Great to see you back! I'm surprised to see you teaching again full time. Hope this year is a good one with less stress :)
Nothing but God 🙏🏽 He had other plans for me. I just knew I would be subbing this upcoming school year. Praying for a great year 🩵
Extra supplies for your new classroom and lakeshore extra supplies and storage bins and Amazon wish list for your new classroom supplies
I'm happy for you. Great video.
@@jumpman_jay2385 Thank you! I appreciate you 💕🙏🏽
I start at the end of this month so excited! Thanks for this
So happy for you! Congrats! 🎉
Thank you so much for this video!! I'm super excited to attend a job fair for paras coming up at my kids' school. I have a feeling this playlist is going to help me decide if this might be the route to go! I got an associate's degree ten years ago with every intention of becoming a teacher, but I only took a few classes on teaching. After having my second baby, the dream fizzled down. 4 amazing kiddos later, I think it's time to step back into my personal calling since my youngest will be in preschool this year 😅 anyway TMI I guess but I'm thrilled to have found your channel
I’m glad it could inspire you. Definitely go for it. You never know until you give it a chance. It’s such a rewarding career overall. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. I appreciate you watching 💕💕
Go for it girl! Time to let mama follow her dreams. I was a SAHM for 9 years!!!! My youngest starts kindergarten next month and I’ll start my para job too. I’m nervous and excited.
Thank you for talking about this. I am a Para. I enjoy supporting students and teachers. It is rewarding. Thank you for your videos.
@@debbiephillips6809 It really is. I loved being a para. Love being a teacher. Glad you enjoyed this video 🩷
That is so nice!!!!!!! My daughter is starting teaching Kindie this year.. I just sent her this video...
Awesome! Thanks for sharing. Congrats to your daughter. I hope she has a wonderful school year! 🩷
I applied twice and failed the test I'm applying again but math is my nightmare
Math is everyone’s nightmare (well maybe not everyone ☺️). Good luck! I believe you can do it this time around.
Great points, all so helpful. I was wondering as a paraprofessional if you had to ever be the substitute teacher for the class(es) you worked in.
I did several times when they had to leave early or if they had to step away for a meeting or training and didn’t have coverage.
Kisten is there a way that i can send u a message please?
Let me guess you ended up dating a male teacher and he broke your heart and you had a hard time working with him after the break up so you decided to quit
Great video! You are right on with all of these points! Teaching gets tougher and tougher each year...it's never ending. I've taught for a long time and the amount of extra work gets more and more each year even if the "teaching" part gets a bit easier.
I’ve heard many teachers say this. Praying for teachers everywhere 🙏🏽
Great videos! I am retiring this year after over 13 years of teaching and am going to be a substitute teacher. Teaching these days is SO MUCH HARDER than it used to be. The students are tough and I was working 24/7 doing what was expected of me (grading, data research and inputting into documents, weekly newsletters to parents, lesson planning, IEP updates to resource teachers, plus many more). Teaching is way more than just teaching....it is working after school and on weekends to keep up with all of the extras that most new teachers never get to experience until they actually start teaching and then they are overwhelmed and then many of them don't stay.
It’s definitely a lot, but it’s a rewarding career that I’m not ready to say goodbye to. I believe I’ll find the right position, school, etc. in His timing 💕 Congrats on retiring.
This was an amazing video. I found it a few days ago prepping for my special education para position. I dont know until a second interview at the district office if I get it...but the questions you listed were almost exact! Congratulations on your teaching position! 🎉
Awesome! Thank you! I hope you get it. I’m sure you will. Let me know 💕💕
I was offered the position at the District Office (second intv) with admin this morning. Thank you for sharing and inspiring!!
@@VaxjoyOllie2 I’m so happy to hear that! Congratulations. And of course 🩷🩷
I currently work with 7 students in my classroom. Im getting one more when summer school starts on the 10th. Let me tell you, having smaller classroom sizes are a godspeed!❤
Oh I believe it! It’s so nice! 💕
I’m thinking of about applying
Go for it!! 💕
Thank you right I’m working with kids spectrum of autism and also on the process getting my RBT certification as well
How hard is the exam
@@JaniveMerritt I didn’t have to take it since I have a degree.
Ok thanks
Thanks for information. I have a question. I am interesting to get a license. What the highest grade/class can you be able to work as a paraprofessional position?
It depends on where you apply and what position. You can apply for positions at an elementary, middle or high school.
Hello, you can do tutoring classes on your own.
Yes, I’ve considered tutoring also.
Hi Kristen. I really enjoy and appreciate your content. I have worked as a x-ray / mammogram technologist for the past 35 years. Next week I am interviewing for the position of a 1 to 1 special education paraprofessional. I am nervous about the career change but I know I’m ready. I have a bachelor’s degree so maybe some subbing might be in my future too. I know I will be taking a somewhat large pay cut but I think I just want to serve a different group of people before I retire.
That’s amazing! I hope you get the job. I think you’ll enjoy it. I started as a 1 on 1. Good luck and let me know how it goes.
❤
Ty
Love this thanks for sharing! We about to stay in the exact same air b n b
Awesome! You’ll love it 🩷🩷
Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm currently in school for education. Would you recommend right out of school subbing or getting your own classroom?
Of course! 🩷 Thanks for following along. I highly recommend subbing for a year or half a year until you find a good fit. Subbing allows you to try different grades and schools without having to commit right away.
Thank you!!
I remember you as a paraprofessional. I so glad to see you getting back to teaching ❤.
Thanks for watching. I’m definitely not giving up 🩷