Essential Tech Tools for New Teachers: Engaging Students and Managing Workload

Teaching in today’s digital age requires more than just knowledge and passion—it calls for tech tools to engage students and streamline workload. If you’re a new teacher looking to save time while delivering high-impact lessons, these essential tools recommended by Helping New Teachers can help set you up for success.

Interactive Learning Platforms: Making Lessons Engaging

One of the biggest challenges for new teachers is capturing students’ attention. Interactive learning platforms transform traditional lessons into engaging experiences through gamified quizzes, real-time polls, and collaborative activities. These are some of our favourites (not sponsored!). The goal here is to capitalize on the many options about there and integrate whenever you can and it makes sense for the students.

• Kahoot! – Create fun, competitive quizzes that students love.
• Prodigy Games - Offers an engaging, gamified learning experience that helps students develop math and English skills in a fun and interactive way. For students, it fosters motivation, personalized learning, and confidence through adaptive challenges and rewards. For teachers, it provides valuable insights, progress tracking, and differentiated instruction tools, making it easier to support diverse learning needs while keeping students engaged.
• BrainPOP – Animated videos and quizzes across multiple subjects

These tools make learning dynamic and exciting, ensuring better student participation and retention. There are so many more out there. Look around and do some research.

Classroom Management Apps: Organizing and Streamlining Communication

Keeping track of assignments, student behavior, and class communication can be overwhelming. These classroom management apps help new teachers stay organized and create a more structured learning environment. They can benefit the teacher, students and their families.

• ClassDojo – Helps track student behavior, communicate with parents, and encourage positive classroom culture.
• Google Classroom – A central hub for assignments, resources, and communication between teachers and students.

By using these tools, new teachers can simplify daily tasks, ensuring a more efficient and well-managed classroom.

Time-Saving Productivity Tools: Working Smarter, Not Harder

Efficiency is key for new teachers balancing lesson planning, grading, and administrative tasks. The right productivity tools can help streamline workflow and reduce stress.

• Canva – Design visually appealing lesson materials, presentations, and worksheets with ease.
• Notion – Organize lesson plans, track to-do lists, and collaborate with colleagues in one place.
• Grammarly – Speed up grading and provide clear, professional feedback on student assignments.

These tools free up time, allowing teachers to focus on what matters most—teaching and engaging with students.

Want to Learn More? Join Helping New Teachers Upcoming Webinar!

To help new teachers integrate these tools effectively, we’re hosting a free webinar on essential tech tools for educators.

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In this session, we’ll explore how to maximize these tools, save time, and create more value in your teaching. Whether you’re new to edtech or looking to refine your approach, this webinar is packed with practical strategies you can apply immediately.