{"id":17442,"date":"2025-04-26T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/?p=17442"},"modified":"2025-05-08T11:23:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T15:23:00","slug":"getting-the-teacher-you-want","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/getting-the-teacher-you-want\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting the Teacher You Want"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This school year is coming to an end and some of us are already looking ahead to next fall. I want my kids to LOVE going to school and enjoy learning. Every year we write a <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/how-to-write-placement-letter-for\/\">classroom request letter<\/a> and have been fortunate that our kids have connected well with their teachers.&nbsp; Because the truth is, a great classroom teacher makes all the difference in the world. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ideas for getting the teacher you want for your child in the upcoming school year.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Getting-the-teacher-you-want-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for Getting the Teacher You Want for your child in the upcoming school year. From conferences to writing a placement request letter and everything in between\" class=\"wp-image-17444\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-1dfa11c3-7f15-4245-8ff0-55f0c7cc7f88\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">Getting the Teacher You Want<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/getting-the-teacher-you-want\/#1-1-really-get-to-know-the-teachers-\" style=\"\">1. Really get to know the teachers.<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/getting-the-teacher-you-want\/#2-2-write-a-well-crafted-placement-letter-\" style=\"\">2. Write a well-crafted placement letter.<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/getting-the-teacher-you-want\/#3-3-schedule-a-conference-with-your-childs-current-teacher-\" style=\"\">3. Schedule a conference with your child&#8217;s current teacher<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Affiliate links<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-getting-the-teacher-you-want\">Getting the teacher YOU want.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-1-really-get-to-know-the-teachers-\"><strong>1. Really get to know the teachers.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of us have attended school events to get to know the teachers. Yes, the school carnival is a great way to support my child\u2019s school, but also a good time to see all of the teachers and how they interact with the kids and families. I like knowing that my child\u2019s school has teachers that care enough about their students to spend time outside of their contracted work day to engage with families. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To me, this shows that the teachers are dedicated to their profession and their students. I don\u2019t know all the teachers in the next grade level up, but I do know who the \u201cfavorites are.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are the teachers at these extra events. The ones kids run up to and give high fives and hugs. The ones all the room parents know by first name. You know, the teachers that every parent wishes their child would make it into their classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-2-write-a-well-crafted-placement-letter-\"><strong>2. Write a well-crafted placement letter.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most schools that allow parents to write a <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/first-grade-teacher-request-letter\/\">classroom request letter<\/a>. If your school allows it, grab your pen and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Georgia-Pacific-Spectrum%C2%AE-Standard-Multipurpose-998606\/dp\/B00BB5DJU6\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=office-products&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1459871309&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=paper&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=thedsponit02-20&amp;linkId=9908498404baf1f794f44a291600c138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">paper <\/a>and ask nicely for the teacher you want. If your school does not allow for specific teachers to be named, write about the positive qualities of that teacher. When you are writing your letter, think of the things that the specific teacher you want does and how those things meet your child\u2019s learning style. I taught with a kindergarten team of teachers that were amazing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One particular teacher really got into thematic units (she was a real life <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?url=search-alias%3Daps&amp;field-keywords=magic+school+bus&amp;rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Amagic+school+bus&amp;linkCode=ll2&amp;tag=thedsponit02-20&amp;linkId=4efd47594aa766f7952ae02bab29ed5e\">Ms. Frizzle<\/a>). Her classroom was full of learning stations that children could rotate between by choice. A parent who thought this teacher would be best, may say, \u201cMy child is very creative and thrives in a classroom environment that activates her learning through different modalities. I would like to request a placement where she is able to learn in flexible grouping and small learning stations. Self-directed children who thrive in a creative, flexible environment would work well in her classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another teacher in my team was extremely regimented to the minute. She was an amazing teacher and the kids thrived knowing exactly what was expected of them. The classroom was a buzz with talk about books and writing was integrated into the entire day. She kept reading logs and sent home detailed notes to parents with records and suggestions for enriching their academics at home. Children needing structure and routine stability, would probably do very well in her classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You know your child best.&nbsp; Think about the ideal classroom to match their learning style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-3-schedule-a-conference-with-your-childs-current-teacher-\"><strong>3. Schedule a conference with your child&#8217;s current teacher<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may consider scheduling a conference with your child\u2019s current teacher to discuss their placement for the upcoming year. They may have a good insight into which teacher would be the best fit for your child. If your child has an IEP, Individualized Education Plan or 504 plan, then you may consider scheduling a meeting with the team to discuss which teacher would best meet the needs of your child and how to get that teacher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The last, but not least, person to consider meeting with in regards to getting the teacher you want is the school principal. They are extremely busy people, so this may not be possible, but if you are concerned about your child\u2019s classroom placement, consider scheduling a 15 minute meeting to discuss academic success in the upcoming year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/Getting-the-best-teacher-for-your-child-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Teachers can make all the difference in your child's learning envoroment. Tips for Getting the teacher you want for your child in the upcoming school year.\" class=\"wp-image-17445\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-the-dos-and-dont-of-getting-the-teacher-you-want\">The Do&#8217;s and Don&#8217;t of Getting the Teacher You Want.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Do ask for the teacher or learning environment you feel would best meet the needs of your child.<br>\u2022 Do NOT guarantee your child a particular teacher. In fact, it may be best not to even mention your preferences, rather talk about how all the teachers are fabulous and that the next year is going to be great!<br>\u2022 Do ask parents of the next grade what they like about their current teachers.<br>\u2022 Do NOT bad mouth teachers, especially in front of children. If the conversation turns into negatives, try to change the tone.<br>\u2022 Do follow your schools rules and guidelines for teacher requests.<br>\u2022 Do NOT be pushy, rude, or demanding.<br>\u2022 Do know that you will most likely NOT get the teacher you want.<br>\u2022 Do NOT panic. There are MANY, MANY, MANY amazing teachers out there. No matter which teacher your child gets, with your support and guidance, it will be an awesome year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:22px\"><strong>You may also enjoy these parenting articles<\/strong>&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/how-to-write-placement-letter-for\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/classroom-request-letter.jpg\" alt=\"How to write a letter for classroom placement or teacher request with a sample letter\" class=\"wp-image-17280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/classroom-request-letter.jpg 650w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/classroom-request-letter-600x831.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/05\/classroom-request-letter-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/requesting-change-childs-classroom-placement\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/classroom-change.jpg\" alt=\"Requesting a Change of Classroom for Your Child\" class=\"wp-image-17736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/classroom-change.jpg 650w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/classroom-change-600x831.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/classroom-change-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/first-grade-teacher-request-letter\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/First-Grade-Teacher-Request-Letter.jpg\" alt=\"Write a first grade teacher request letter this year to give your child the extra boost into getting their best match classroom to learn and grow.\" class=\"wp-image-17436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/First-Grade-Teacher-Request-Letter.jpg 650w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/First-Grade-Teacher-Request-Letter-600x831.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/First-Grade-Teacher-Request-Letter-217x300.jpg 217w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/162414196X\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;fpl=fresh&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_s=desktop-1&amp;pf_rd_r=1FARJC54HER60A6A4H38&amp;pf_rd_t=36701&amp;pf_rd_p=2437869742&amp;pf_rd_i=desktop&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=thedsponit-20&amp;linkId=fadd1f77cb022c84962ff16db10fca08\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/9781624141966-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"100 FUN AND EASY LEARNING GAMES FOR KIDS\" class=\"wp-image-16547\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Keep your kindergartner&#8217;s skills sharp this summer and help prepare them for first grade with these hands-on, innovative learning games in our book, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/162414196X\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;fpl=fresh&amp;pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;pf_rd_s=desktop-1&amp;pf_rd_r=1FARJC54HER60A6A4H38&amp;pf_rd_t=36701&amp;pf_rd_p=2437869742&amp;pf_rd_i=desktop&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=thedsponit02-20&amp;linkId=fadd1f77cb022c84962ff16db10fca08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">100 FUN AND EASY LEARNING GAMES FOR KIDS.<\/a> Turn off the TV and beat boredom blues with these clever activities that are quick and easy to set up with common household materials. 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