
10 Time-Saving Hacks Every Teacher Needs This Term
Teaching is one of the most rewarding careers out there—but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming. Between lesson planning, marking, staff meetings, emails, and keeping a classroom running smoothly, it’s easy to wonder where the hours in your day disappear.
The truth is, teaching will always be busy. But with a few clever systems and tools, you can simplify your workload, reclaim your time, and create space for what really matters: connecting with your students.
Here are 10 time-saving hacks every teacher needs this term 👇
1. Use Stamps for Fast Feedback
Tired of writing the same comments on student work over and over again? Feedback stamps are a lifesaver. They allow you to give meaningful feedback in seconds, and students still walk away with clear direction.
✨ Luxe Tip: Our Core Feedback Stamp is designed to cover key responses so you can mark faster without losing impact.
2. Batch Your Photocopying
Say goodbye to last-minute sprints to the copier. Instead, dedicate one block of time each week to do all your printing and photocopying. You’ll save time, reduce stress, and never again be stuck in the morning line-up with a jammed machine. I always did my photocopying on a Friday afternoon - weird, I know...but I had the machine to myself...bliss!
3. Prioritise with a To-Do Pad
Not every task deserves your time and energy. Instead of drowning in an endless list, use a tool that highlights priorities and keeps you focused.
✨ Luxe Tip: Our Rise with the Tide To Do List is a teacher favourite for separating the high priority tasks with the later tasks.
4. Reuse & Repurpose Lesson Plans
You don’t need to reinvent the wheel every term. Save your best lessons in a resource bank and tweak them when needed. Future you will be so thankful! Rely on resource creators like Mrs Learning Be, Stay Classy Classrooms, Miss Fairclough, Twinkl, Top Teacher...the list goes on!
5. Use Exit Tickets for Quick Assessment
Want to check student understanding without marking piles of books? Exit tickets give you an instant snapshot of learning progress with minimal effort.
✨ Luxe Tip: Our Exit Ticket Pad makes formative assessment simple, quick, and effective.
6. Create a Marking Station
Set up a “marking kit” with all your essentials— pens, stamps, stickers, highlighters—so it’s always ready to go. Having everything in one spot means less wasted time searching and more time getting it done.
7. Use Timers in Class
Timers are magical. They keep lessons on track, stop activities from dragging on, and give students a clear sense of structure. A simple phone timer works—or go fun and visual with a big digital countdown.
8. Delegate Classroom Jobs
You don’t have to do it all yourself. Assign roles like tech helper, book collector, or whiteboard cleaner. Not only does this save you time, but it also teaches responsibility and ownership in your classroom.
9. Plan with your Teacher Bestie
Planning with a colleague cuts your workload in half and sparks new ideas. Divide and conquer lesson prep, then share resources—it’s a win for your time and your creativity.
10. Protect Your Downtime
Here’s the big one: set boundaries. Decide which tasks can come home and what stays at school. Your evenings and weekends shouldn’t be consumed by work—you’ll be a better teacher when you’re rested and recharged.
Teaching will always be full, but it doesn’t have to feel chaotic. By adopting time-saving habits and leaning on the right tools, you can find clarity, balance, and more space for the things you love—both in and outside of the classroom.
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