Being a new teacher is hard.

Keeping them shouldn't be.

The growing crisis in plain sight.

Teacher shortages are forcing districts to fill classrooms—but not always with certified or prepared teachers.

Every year, districts hire new teachers who:

Have never student taught

With emergency certifications, many new teachers have never even been exposed to a real classroom.

Have NEVER managed a classroom

They have not tried, much less mastered, the MOST difficult part of the job.

Are anxious and unprepared

They are just scared. We know. We hear it from them frequently. . . and they feel completely unprepared.

Are out of field

They may not know their subject matter well.

Quit before they realize their potential

In many regions, only 50% of teachers last more than 3 years.

The cost:

Lost talent

Many new teachers who quit could have been great teachers.

Lost money

It is more expensive to replace a teacher than train them.

Lost students

Students who have ineffective teachers learn less and many take years to recover educationally.

First day ready.

Because students can't wait.

Mr. Petty

Fifth grade teacher

"Revolutionary to say the least!"

Ms. Romano

Pre-k teacher

"This works!"

Ms. Presley

High school teacher

"Today was amazing! I'm more confident!"

Mr. Mckinney

High school teacher

"Mr. Barefield . . . gave me the confidence I needed. He gave the tools, the techniques I needed to communicate well with my students."

Ms. Bullock

Second grade teacher

"He has been a blessing and he is amazing! If you need someone for classroom management, Mr. Barefield is the one to call!"

Ms. Strickland

Middle school teacher

"Mr. Barefield was SO helpful. I feel much more confident about tomorrow and the next semester and year!"

It starts with New Teacher Bootcamp

Preparing new teachers to succeed from day one — and stay.

From New to Ready

Because a strong first day takes more than good intentions.

Too many new teachers enter the classroom unprepared—and leave before they reach their potential. This high-impact bootcamp closes that gap. We equip new teachers with the core skills they need to lead: setting high expectations, managing behavior, maximizing instructional time, and building the kind of classroom culture where students thrive.

It’s not theory. It’s real-world, boots-on-the-ground training—built to keep new teachers confident, effective, and in the profession.

How it works

We offer three core options that are fully customizable to meet your district’s needs.

Launch™

Kickstart your new teachers’ success

Your New Teacher Bootcamp equips your educators with the tools they need to:

Command their classroom with confidence
Engage students from the first lesson
Build a strong foundation for lasting teaching success

Grow™

Support every step of the way

After Launch, Grow helps teachers apply their learning with confidence through:

Coaching sessions that reinforce learning as strategies are used in the classroom
Interactive monthly or quarterly training sessions with in-person Q&A
Practical guidance for implementing Rep Rap™ techniques effectively

Thrive™

Where transformation is reinforced

Building on Launch and Grow, Thrive delivers guidance and support with:

In-class Rep Rap™ coaching to refine real classroom practice
Administrator training to ensure alignment and long-term growth
Schoolwide systems for alignment and consistency

Not sure which option fits your district?

An experience like no other.

High energy. Engaging. Laser focused.

I'm looking forward to teaching just because of this guy.

Nick McHenry

Teacher and Former Professional Basketball Player

With our Love- Structure-Direction™ framework and Rep Rap™ system, teachers learn to master:

By seeing exactly how to:

Set and maintain high expectations

Students rise—or fall—to the expectations we set. We help teachers establish and communicate ambitious, positive expectations that drive achievement and character.

Motivate students

Students learn best from teachers they respect. We show educators how to build strong, authentic relationships that spark motivation, increase effort and reduce resistance.

Create rules that work

Rules should be few, clear, and connected to values. We guide teachers in creating classroom rules that are easy to follow, enforce, and align with student growth.

Implement Routines and Procedures

Strong routines make strong classrooms. We train teachers to design and teach daily procedures that run the classroom smoothly and reduce behavioral disruptions.

Gain Attention Instantly

Every second counts. We show teachers how to gain students’ attention immediately, without conflict or chaos, using consistent, effective signals.

Shape behavior

We train teachers to reinforce what they want to see—and confidently correct what they don’t—without escalating conflict or losing control.

Engage ALL students

Every student deserves to be seen, heard, and challenged. We demonstrate engagement strategies that spark curiosity, increase participation, and keep students focused.

Maximize instructional time

Wasted time is wasted learning. Teachers learn how to eliminate downtime and turn every moment into meaningful learning—without burning out.

Teach for Mastery, Not Just Completion

Getting through the material isn’t enough. We help teachers create classroom cultures where understanding, growth, and perseverance are non-negotiables.

Design the room

The classroom setup shapes behavior, focus, and flow. We show teachers how to arrange their space with purpose—minimizing distractions, promoting engagement, and supporting their routines from day one.

Don Barefield