The first day of school is nerve-wracking for students — but it's even scarier for new teachers.

When you're facing a whole room full of bright-eyed students whose future is in your hands, it's an empowering and totally terrifying feeling. Like any practice, it takes time and experience to learn your way around the classroom. But that doesn't mean you can't benefit from a few words of wisdom from experienced colleagues.

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A few seasoned teachers at Math for America provided tips that first-time educators should know. But even seasoned teachers could benefit from these pieces of advice.