elements educator essentials

Running a student centered, project-based classroom takes a certain skillset. Learn about the four roles of an Elements Educator and get some tips on how to set the stage for success in your classroom.

ROLES of an elements educator

1 | Facilitator

Creating an environment where students feel safe to be themselves and vulnerable with each other will allow them to be creative and manage their own learning.

2 | Problem Solver

Tech troubles can get in the way of creativity. Learn how to troubleshoot and provide a pathway for students to be stewards of their own tech. Get a PDF of the troubleshooting map HERE.

3 | Promotor

Bring student work into the real world by sharing their projects in the classroom, school, and community. Learn more about distribution on this BLOG PAGE.

4 | Creator

In order to be relatable to students, an Elements Educator also needs to be an active creator. Try to copy songs that you like and work on writing your own material.

5 | Share

Think about your last year of teaching and give yourself a 1-5 rating for each role. Come up with a GLOW and a GROW for each category. Join the ELEMENTS COMMUNITY, introduce yourself, and share your reflection with the group..

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Learn where to find everything in the teacher and student portals.

  • Lesson plans

  • Lesson pages

  • Studio pages

  • Quick tutorials

  • Guides

  • The Elements community