The Florida Department of Education recommends the following professional support resources for beginning and veteran educators.

Just For Teachers

Just for Teachers is a Department of Education initiative intended to open the lines of communication between Florida educators and the Department. Visit the Just for Teachers home page to learn about Department initiatives and to sign up for monthly newsletters.

Start with Success

Start with Success is a website for beginning Florida teachers that addresses new and challenging issues teachers face. Topics include assessment, classroom management, curriculum concerns and mentoring.

TEAMS Teaching Circles

TEAMS Teaching Circles supports teacher induction, retention, and continuous professional growth by delivering online professional development resources to beginning teachers in grades K-8.

Code of Ethics and Educator Accomplished Practices

On this page, you can download the Code of Ethics and Principles of Professional Conduct brochure, and also view the three levels of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices.

Action Research

Learn more about the process of action research and how it can help enhance your effectiveness in the classroom.

Learning Communities

Professional learning communities can have a large impact on school culture and teaching practices. Learn more about the principles of effective learning communities and how you can benefit from participating.