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New Teacher ToolboxSummer PlansDavid and Spencer chat about their experiences and productivity during the summer months when teachers can be sick and take a couple days off.2025-05-2626 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert: Monsieur ManningSpencer chats with Michael Manning about his experience and decision to start teaching. 2025-04-2828 minNew Teacher ToolboxParent CommunicationDavid and Spencer dive in to their experiences with communication with parents. If handled correctly, a lot of pain and conflict can be avoided. 2025-04-2131 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert LeslieJoin us with our next guest expert, Leslie - a PLC coach and Jr. High english teacher who talks about experiences she's had that helped her in her first years. 2025-04-1424 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert LorienHow long has Lorien been teaching? How do we know Lorien? Give it a listen and find out from a proven expert what an experienced educator views the needs of educators.2025-04-0737 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert KateKate shares her journey through her first year and into her second year. What changed? Tune in to find out!2025-04-0227 minNew Teacher ToolboxDavid Rants about Technology Use at SpencerDavid and Spencer discuss technology use and how it fits into the modern classroom.2025-03-3132 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert RileyDavid interviews Riley to discuss her experiences as a 2nd year educator.2025-02-2427 minNew Teacher ToolboxFinding ValueIn this episode of The New Teacher Toolbox, we explore the multifaceted ways teachers find value and meaning in their profession. Join us as we delve into the importance of building strong relationships with students, administrators, and colleagues, sharing personal stories of connection and collaboration. We also candidly discuss moments when interactions with administration felt devaluing, offering insights on navigating these challenges to maintain a fulfilling teaching career. Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, this episode provides valuable perspectives on fostering positive and supportive educational environments.2025-02-1730 minNew Teacher ToolboxGuest Expert: TylerTyler joins the podcast and gives his thoughts on teaching. We start out with his experiences and comparison between teaching in the private vs public education worlds.2025-02-0331 minNew Teacher ToolboxNot All Sunshine and RainbowsTeaching can be very rewarding. However, sometimes even those who have been teaching for a long time, have thought about trying something else. During this episode, David and Spencer talk about some times that they've considered a career change and how they got to that point.2025-01-2731 minNew Teacher ToolboxHow is it really?? With Guest Expert KrisGuest Expert, Kris, talks about how it was for him during his first years as a teacher. He's been teaching for five years and shares valuable experiences and offers some fantastic advice to new teachers.2025-01-2127 minNew Teacher ToolboxAccommodation and supportFinding success with students with IEPs or 504s can be one of the most rewarding experiences. David and Spencer Talk about some strategies that will help provide the supports to these students to help them succeed. 2025-01-1330 minNew Teacher ToolboxCheater CheaterDavid and Spencer reflect on some ideas that they wish they knew when they first started teaching. What are the little things that they spent too much time on when they could have been focusing on learning.2025-01-0230 minNew Teacher ToolboxClassroom ManagementStaying in control is a critical skill to develop as a new teacher. In this episode, David and Spencer discuss some of their favorite classroom management strategies 2024-12-1631 minNew Teacher ToolboxDon't Take it PersonallyDavid and Spencer share stories from their first years of teaching and some ideas on how to avoid similar situations.2024-12-0230 minNew Teacher ToolboxBecoming a Great TeammateOur greatest resource as teachers is each other. How do we utilize this resource and what are some tools to help us become a teammate that will impact change? Listen in to get David and Spencer's take on what it takes to create a positive collaborative culture.2024-11-2530 minNew Teacher ToolboxTech Tools - 1During this episode, your hosts dive into a couple of their favorite technology tools that they use to increase engagement and learning in their classrooms. They also discuss appropriate mindsets in evaluating whether to use a new technology, software or application.2024-11-0431 minNew Teacher ToolboxFeedback and GradingDavid and Spencer share with us their perspectives on feedback and grading. They discuss their views on the topics and experiences they've had and how their own grading policies have evolved over time.2024-10-2831 minNew Teacher ToolboxRelationships with AdministrationIn this episode, listeners will gain practical strategies for building strong relationships with school administration, crucial for navigating the teaching environment. The discussion covers effective communication, trust-building, and aligning personal and school-wide goals to foster a supportive educational atmosphere. New teachers will come away with actionable advice to enhance collaboration and avoid burnout.2024-10-2131 minNew Teacher ToolboxBuilding RelationshipsEven though teachers interact with students every day, loneliness can be a huge contributor to teacher burnout. Here are a few ways to build meaningful relationships with those you work with. 2024-10-0732 minNew Teacher ToolboxFriendshipsThe hosts discuss the power and dangers of being friends with students2024-09-3030 minNew Teacher ToolboxBalanceSpencer and David discuss the need for creating a work life balance to avoid burnout.2024-09-2330 minNew Teacher ToolboxIntroductionSpencer and David walk through who they are and why they are doing the podcast.2024-09-2232 min