Entering the classroom as a new teacher is both exciting and challenging. Navigating lesson plans, classroom management, and school culture quickly teaches you that support isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. But with so many colleagues willing to help, should you reach out for a mentor, or a coach? Understanding the difference can shape your success and confidence from day one.

After a long school year, especially your first, it’s common to feel more exhausted than energized. Teacher burnout, characterized by emotional fatigue, reduced motivation, and a sense of overwhelm, is a real and researched challenge for early-career educators.

But summer can be more than just a break. It can be a time to reflect, reset, and rebuild.

In this post, we explore the causes of new teacher burnout and offer practical ways to use the summer months to restore your energy, reconnect with your purpose, and prepare for a more balanced and fulfilling year ahead.

Whether you’re looking for quick tips or a full reset plan, there’s something here to support your journey.