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Course Description

This course helps casual teachers confidently manage the first five minutes in any primary classroom. Learn how to use clear routines, calm authority, and visual signals to create a settled, focused start—no matter the class or setting. Includes practical tools, resources and strategies for both new and experienced relief teachers.



Audience

Designed for both new and experienced casual primary teachers seeking confident, consistent classroom starts.


Teaching Standards

4.2.2 Proficient Level - Create and maintain supportive and safe learning environments - Manage classroom activities: Establish and maintain orderly and workable routines to create an environment where student time is spent on learning tasks




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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Welcome

    • Acknowledgement of Country

    • Learning Objectives

    • Teaching Standards

  • 2

    Setting the Tone: The First 5 Minutes in a Primary Relief Setting

    • Introduction

    • Why the First 5 Minutes Matter

    • Entry Routines for Unknown Students

    • Class Signals and Non-Verbal Control

    • Navigating No Seating Plan

    • Helpful Tips for a Better Day – Relief Teaching

    • Quick Activity: Draft Your “First 5 Minutes” Plan

    • Hooking Attention: Spark Learning from the Start

    • Classroom Activities – Starters and Hooks Toolkit

    • Reflection Question

    • Wrap Up

    • Reference List
  • 3

    Course Feedback

    • Course Feedback

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