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The Present Teacher Podcast#151: The #1 Classroom Management Mistake New Teachers Make During Back to School (And How to Avoid It)Let's be honest, classroom management can be something a lot of teachers struggle with. Especially as a new or a first year teacher. Which is why today we are going to be talking about the top mistake new or first-year teachers make when it comes to classroom management.
Over the past few years, I have coached hundreds of new and first-year teachers around the world. And they all seem to miss the same classroom management strategy. Those clip charts, blurt beans, classroom parties, and classroom stores aren't working. And this is why.
...2025-08-0317 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#150: Quiz: Will Your First Day of School Be Smooth — or Stressful?There is so much to do before school starts as a teacher and it's easy to wonder if you are forgetting something or if you are focusing on the right things. Today I will be sharing a 10 question quiz you can take to figure out if your first day of school will be chaotic and stressful or calm and smooth.
Whether you are a first year teacher or an experienced teacher, it's easy to be overwhelmed by all things back-to-school. Which is why we will be covering topics like classroom layout and setup, planning the f...2025-07-2706 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#149: How to Design a Distraction-Free Classroom That Sets the Tone for the Entire YearYou're a first-year teacher who is looking for strategies to setting up the perfect classroom. Or maybe you're a second-year teacher who spent their entire summer last year setting up their classroom, only to be focusing on the wrong things. One of the biggest causes of disruptive behavior is having a cluttered or disorganized classroom. Which is why today we are going to be talking about how creating a distraction-free classroom can prevent a majority of disruptive behavior from happening in the first place.
In today's content, we'll be diving into topics like classroom management, c...2025-07-2019 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#148: What Most First Year Teachers Prepare Over Summer (And What Successful Ones Actually Do)You just started your first-year of teaching and you're wondering how to setup your classroom over the summer. You finally get the keys to your classroom and finally stand in your very first classroom. But after looking around for a second, you are overwhelmed by the amount of work you need to get done and you're not sure where to start.
We are diving into the top mistakes new teachers make setting up their classroom. But we will also talk about which strategies new teachers make that actual help them get ahead over the summer. T...2025-07-1322 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#147: Quiz: Are you ready to WOW Families During Back to School Night?Back-to-School Night is just around the corner and you're wondering if you have everything ready or not. You have no idea what the format should be and you're scrolling TPT for resources.
Today we will be taking a 10-question quiz to figure out if you are ACTUALLY ready for Meet the Teacher Night or not.
We'll cover questions like which resources you should have prepared, how to follow up, what the format is, etc. Didn't score as high as you wanted? No problem! Stick around to the end for your results PLU...2025-07-0611 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#146: The Real Reason Your First Day of School Feels Chaotic (And How to Fix It Beforehand)You've scrolled social media and seen the horror stories on how the first day or first week of school can be chaotic. Or maybe you've taught before and realized that you focused on all the wrong things, but this year you want to do things differently.
Today, we will be diving into common mistakes that new teachers make that lead to a chaotic back-to-school season. PLUS, we'll be talking about which practical steps you can take this summer to avoid all the chaos.
We'll be diving into topics such as planning wh...2025-06-2923 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#145: 5 Classroom Organization Hacks that Save You HOURS During Back-to-School SeasonsIts your first or second year of teaching and you're wondering how to organize and setup your classroom strategically. You don't want to make any silly mistakes so you are searching for the top classroom organization hacks to save you time during the school year.
Today, I'll be diving into my top classroom organization strategies that will save you hours during the school year. We'll be covering topics like how to organize your student supplies, how to organize your classroom library, how to keep your classroom and desk clutter-free, how to save hours of planning b...2025-06-2223 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#144: How to Nail Meet the Teacher Night (Even if You Have No Idea What You Are Doing)Meet the Teacher Night is just around the corner, and you're starting to feel nervous. You're wondering how you're going to get parents to like you, what you should say, and how can you be prepared.
Today we are diving into everything you need to know to have a successful meet the teacher night. These shy-girl strategies are my full proof method to showing up confidently even if you are terrified.
We'll cover things like how to format the night, how to prepare your classroom, which materials you should have, what sh...2025-06-1929 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#137: What NOT to Do During a Teacher Demo LessonYou just a call for your first or next teacher interview, and they let you know that they want you to teach a demo lesson. You're wondering what on earth do I teach? How do I teach a demo lesson for a teacher interview? And what are some common mistakes teachers make during demo lessons?
Today we are diving into the top mistakes I see teachers make while teaching a demo lesson. We will dive into everything from lesson plan mistakes, classroom management mistakes, and mistakes you could be making while preparing for your demo l...2025-04-1417 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#135: How to Stop Feeling Like a 'Mean Teacher' When Holding Students AccountableAre you a first-year teacher or student teacher who's wondering how to have good classroom management without being a mean teacher?
This week I am diving into my top classroom management strategies for new teachers who are ready to run the classroom of their dreams WITHOUT feeling like they have to be mean.
We'll be diving into the importance of boundaries, how to be consistent with them, how to be 'nice' without letting your students walk all over you, and how you can find classroom management strategies that actually work for you...2025-03-2626 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#134: The 3 Biggest Mindset Shifts That Transformed My Classroom ManagementHave you been struggling with disruptive behaviors lately and you're wondering how you can finally transform the way you manage your classroom?
In this week's content I dive into the top 3 mindset shifts I made as a new teacher that transformed my teaching experience from constantly having to stop my teaching to address disruptive behavior, to being asked to train teachers around the world on classroom management.
This week we dive into topics like how to go from reacting to disruptions in the classroom to preventing them. We also talk about wh...2025-03-2521 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#130: Why Overworking Won't Make You a Better TeacherIt's easy to believe that as a new or first-year teacher you have to work hours and hours after contract time to be a good teacher. But the truth is, that's simply not true.
Today we are diving into the top reasons WHY overworking won't make you a better teacher. Plus we dive into teacher time management strategies on what you can do instead. We cover strategies like preventing teacher burnout by getting clear on your definition of what a good teacher is and how to take action once you set a boundary in the c...2025-02-1320 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#129: How to Write the Perfect Thank You Email After Your Teacher InterviewSo you just completed your first or next teacher interview and you're wondering what you should do next. This week we are diving into the different sections you should have in your follow-up email after your teacher interview. In general I recommend following up with a district 1-2 weeks after the interview. You can even complete this the day of your interview and then schedule it out a week later so you don't have to worry about it. This same rule applies when you are following up on an application. This week we also dive into why it's important to sen...2025-01-2620 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#128: How to Tailor Your Resume and Cover Letter For Specific Teaching JobsAre you a first-year or new teacher looking to create your resume and cover letter? This week we are diving into why you should customize your cover letter and resume to match the district you are applying to. This week we are also diving into how you can save time customizing each version of your cover letter and resume by utilizing templates. We refer to the research we did in last week's content: https://youtu.be/L8GbrPvceL0 and how you can use that to customize each cover letter and resume.
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This week I am diving into 5 steps you should take to get hired mid-year as a teacher.
This week we are diving into how to research different schools to fe...2025-01-1518 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#124: How to Show Up Confidently in Your Teacher BusinessHave you just started your teacher business and you're not sure what to say online?
This week we are diving into how to confidently show up online. I share my strategies on how to build a loyal community, get people to like you and want to follow you. And most importantly how to face imposter syndrome as you show up online.
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This week we are diving into how to start your first teacher business. We dive into concepts like should you create a teacher business, what your niche should be, and whether or not the business world is fit for you.
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This week we are diving into how to start your first teacher business. We dive into concepts like should you create a teacher business, what your niche should be, and whether or not the business world is fit for you.
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2024-12-0825 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#121: How to Get Caught Up This Winter Break So You Can Start Getting AheadAre you feeling behind as a teacher and looking for a way to get caught up or ahead over winter break?
This week I am going back to the early days and giving you exactly the step-by-step process I would take as a new or first-year teacher looking to get ahead over break. I'm breaking down how to lesson plan weeks ahead, prep into the 3rd week of January, and even how to get ahead on grading and communication with families. Want to keep the momentum? Stick to the end and I will share exactly h...2024-11-2414 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#120: Why I Don't Use Clip Charts Anymore and What I Use InsteadWondering what clip charts are and if you should use them as part of your classroom management plan? This week I am diving into what clip charts are and what I personally use instead.
This week I give you a deep dive into 5 alternative strategies than clip charts. These classroom management strategies will help you build community, build strong relationships with your students and families, and make following expectations in class the norm. Use these strategies to prevent disruptive behavior from happening in the first place.
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This week I am taking you behind the scenes and showing you when I review classroom procedures, how I review classroom procedures, and even which tools I use to make it easier. By reviewing these classroom procedures you will be on step closer to automating your classroom management.
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This week we are diving into my teaching lesson planning mistakes I made that cost me more time and even my weekends. I will also be sharing which teacher time management strategies I have incorporated instead to keep me ahead, and work-free and guilt-free over the weekends and breaks.
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Does it feel like you are constantly having to handle behaviors and no matter what you do you consistently have to stop teaching to address them?
This week I am diving into the 3 classroom management tools I use to automate my classroom management. These tools allow students to naturally follow the expectations in class WITHOUT needing constant reminders. They have also allowed me to step out of the classroom while talking to another teacher or student without having to worry if my classroom is on task.
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These are the exact consequences I give in my classroom when my students are out of their seats, blurting or talking out while I'm teaching, refusing to do work, etc. Years ago I used to use a clip chart and absolutely dreaded it. Now my students consistently follow expectations in class because of these consistent consequences they have in class.
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This week we are breaking down why I personally don't use student recommendation letters and what I use instead. These teacher interview tips will help you confidently prepare for your next teacher interview. They will also help you confidently build relationships during your next interview, answer teacher interview questions with ease, and know with confidence how to continue during the interview process.
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Ultimate Teacher Int...2024-10-0714 minThe Present Teacher Podcast#113: 5 Lessons in Becoming the Present TeacherHave you ever caught yourself spacing out after work? Are you looking for a way to get ontop of your teacher to-do list so you can finally come home with more energy?
This week I am sharing a replay of my top 5 strategies on how to be present and mindful in the classroom.
Plus I get honest and real about my own personal journey and the mistakes I made along the way. These teacher time-management strategies will help you confidently save time as a teacher, minimize teacher overwhelm, prevent you from staying late and start...2024-10-0140 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other TeachersHave you ever caught yourself comparing yourself to another teacher? And you noticed that whenever you do it makes you feel bad and second guess your worth as a teacher?This week I am sure my 3 strategies on how to stop comparing yourself to other teachers. Plus I get honest and real about my own personal journey and the mistakes I made along the way.These teacher mindset strategies will help you confidently save time as a teacher, minimize teacher overwhelm, prevent you from staying late and start leaving work on time, and prevent teacher...2024-09-2217 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Get Your Students to Respect You During the Beginning of the School YearAre you starting off the school year and you're worried your students may not respect you?Here's a breakdown of the exact steps I take to get my students to respect me during the beginning of the school year. This week I share not only my mistakes but other classroom management strategies that have worked well for not only me but other teachers I have coached as well. It's a myth that you can't smile until December to be a good teacher. This week I share how I continue to be that "fun and engaging" teacher while...2024-09-1523 minThe Present Teacher Podcast7 Things I Focus on During the First Month of SchoolAre you going into your first year of teaching and you're wondering what you should be focusing on?
This week I share everything I do in order to prepare for the first month of school as a teacher, plus different strategies I use to have the first few weeks of school to stay organized, planned, and prepped ready to go.
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Grab the Ultimate Classroom Setup Bu...2024-09-0818 minThe Present Teacher Podcast5 Things You Need to Hear Before Your Next Teacher InterviewFeeling nervous for your next teacher interview and looking for a pep talk or teacher mindset tips?Here we break down 5 things you need to hear before you go to your next teacher interview. These teacher interview mindset tips will help you show up with confidence during your next interview.These teacher interview strategies will help you confidently build relationships during your next interview, answer teacher interview questions with ease, and know with confidence how to continue during the interview process.
Download the Ultimate Teacher Interview Guide: https://www.thepresentteacher.com/t...2024-09-0228 minThe Present Teacher PodcastA Guided Meditation to Start Your Teaching Day Calm and PreparedStart your morning off with flow and ease with this 14-minute guided meditation for teachers on letting the school day be easy. In this meditation, we will manifest a relaxed and automated day through visualization.
Listen to this video as you get up in the morning, get dressed, or during your teacher prep. Morning meditations and visualizations are a great way to start off your morning with ease and flow.
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These teacher time-saving strategies will help you confidently save time as a teacher, minimize teacher overwhelm, prevent you from staying late and start leaving work on time, and prevent teacher burnout.
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Join The Present Teacher Ci...2024-08-1812 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Automate Your Classroom for a Stress-Free Teaching ExperienceLooking for a way to automate your classroom without spending your weekends and evenings working after contract hours? In this video I share what my automated classroom looks like and the top 3 steps I took to get there.
These teacher time-saving strategies will help you confidently save time as a teacher, minimize teacher overwhelm, prevent you from staying late and start leaving work on time, and prevent teacher burnout.
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These teacher time-saving strategies will help you confidently save time as a teacher, minimize teacher overwhelm, prevent you from staying late and start leaving work on time, and prevent teacher burnout.
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Join the Balanced Teacher 3-Day Event: https://www...2024-08-0416 minThe Present Teacher Podcast5 Pieces of Classroom Management Motivation I Needed to Hear as a New TeacherSend us a textDid you really struggle with classroom management last year and you’re starting to wonder if it will ever get better?This week I get real and vulnerable as I share 5 pieces of classroom management motivation I needed to hear as someone who used to struggle with managing a classroom. I share not only about my story on how I went from struggling to managing a classroom to managing it with ease, but I also share 5 strategies I used to remind myself I am getting better and better ea...2024-07-2829 minThe Present Teacher PodcastBack-to-School Classroom Management: Four Key Strategies for SuccessSend us a textGoing back to school soon and looking for some strong classroom management strategies that will make you feel confident in your classroom management skills?Here's a breakdown of not only classroom management strategies I use at the beginning of the year, but also how to revamp your classroom management plan. I share my secret to starting the school year strong with clear expectations, procedures and strategies that will get your students excited about learning and following the expectations of the class.These classroom...2024-07-2117 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Revamp Your Classroom Management Over the SummerSend us a textDid classroom management not go the way you wanted it to last year and now you’re looking for a way to revamp your classroom management over the summer?Here's a breakdown of not only how I like to revamp my classroom management every summer, but also some strong and actionable steps you can take to make this year your best year ever. I share my secret to figuring out what went well, and what areas you could improve for next year. I also share some classroom management st...2024-07-1420 minThe Present Teacher PodcastSteal the 7 Step Process I Use to Teach My Classroom ProceduresSend us a textSeeing everyone mention how important it is to teach classroom procedures during back-to-school season but not sure where to start?Here's a breakdown of not which classroom procedures I like to teach during back to school, but also my 7-step process on how I teach every single classroom procedure. I share my secret to modeling the classroom procedure so your students understand, but also how to practice it so you can automate your classroom management in a matter of weeks.These classroom procedures...2024-07-0816 minThe Present Teacher Podcast10 Lessons From My First 6 Years of TeachingSend us a textAre you a new or first-year teacher wondering what lessons you can learn from experienced teachers?In this podcast episode, I share my top 10 lessons as a new teacher from my past 6 years of teaching experience. Everything from comparing myself to others, classroom management, work-life balance, lesson planning, and more!Download the Ultimate Classroom Setup Guide Here: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/d315493966Join the 3-Day Back To School Challenge: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/f18e312756Confidently Kickstart Your School...2024-06-3055 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Set Up Your Classroom the RIGHT WAY For First Year TeachersAre you a first year teacher wondering how to set up your classroom the right way?
In today’s podcast episode I share everything I do in order to prepare for the first week of school as a teacher, plus different strategies I use to have the first week of school planned and prepped, and how I utilize the first week of school to review old concepts and introduce my classroom management plan.
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In this podcast episode, I share all of the common mistakes I made when it came to setting up my classroom over the summer. We dive deep into how to set up your classroom with ease, without taking all summer, creating a classroom management plan, preparing for family night, and so much more.
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G...2024-06-1630 minThe Present Teacher PodcastWhat to ACTUALLY Teach During The First Week Of SchoolReady to start preparing for back to school season and you're wondering what you should teach during the first week of school?In this video I share everything I do in order to prepare for the first week of school as a teacher, plus different strategies I use to have the first week of school planned and prepped, and how I utilize the first week of school to review old concepts and introduce my classroom management plan.
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Download the Ultimate Teacher Prep Guide Here: https://w...2024-05-2618 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Spice Up Your End Of Year Classroom ManagementSend us a textDisruptive behavior on the rise and you're wondering how to mix things up with your end of year classroom management?Here's a breakdown of not only classroom management strategies I use at the end of the year, but also how to revamp your classroom management plan. I share my secret to finishing off the school year strong with clear expectations, procedures and strategies that will get your students excited about learning again.These classroom management strategies will help you confidently minimize disruptive behavior, save time in the classroom, and...2024-05-1914 minThe Present Teacher PodcastThe Ultimate Guide: Everything You Need to Know About Teaching 2nd GradeDid you just find out you're teaching 2nd grade and you have no idea where to get started?Today I'm sharing my top guide on everything you need to know about teaching 2nd grade, including how to have great classroom management skills, how to set up your classroom for success, what books to get for your classroom, and what to plan on teaching during the first week of school in your 2nd grade classroom.
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Ultimate Teacher Inter...2024-05-0618 minThe Present Teacher Podcast10 Possible Questions to Ask At the End Of Your Teacher Interview Not sure what to ask at the end of your teacher interview?Here we break down 10 questions to ask the hiring committee at the end of your teacher interview. PLUS possible red and green flag answers to keep an eye out for.These teacher interview questions will help you confidently prepare for your upcoming teacher interview, discover the perfect district for you to work for, and know with confidence how to stand out during your next interview from other candidates.
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2024-04-2821 minThe Present Teacher Podcast10 Teacher Interview Questions and Answers to Master For Your Next Interview Not sure what teacher interview questions and answers you should be practicing for your upcoming interview?Here are the top 10 teacher interview questions you should be practicing with my own personal sample answers to help you confidently prepare for your upcoming interview. These teacher interview questions and answers will help you confidently prepare for your upcoming teacher interview, and know with confidence how to stand out during your next interview from other candidates.
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L...2024-04-0120 minThe Present Teacher PodcastUnlocking the Magic of Student-Led Classroom Transitions: Master the Art of Time-Saving and EmpowermentSend us a textWondering how to create smooth classroom transitions from one activity to another?Here's a breakdown of not only what classroom transitions are, but also how to do them effectively. In this video I share my secret to getting my class to transition from one activity to another without me saying a thing.This strategy to smooth classroom transitions will help you confidently minimize disruptive behavior, save time in the classroom, and be confident in your classroom management skills. Download the Ultimate Classroom Management Guide Here: https://sunny-creator-106.c...2024-04-0119 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Know When To Rest Your ClassroomSend us a textHere's a breakdown of not only when to reset your classroom, but also how and why it's effective.Resetting your classroom will help you have a smoothly ran classroom, prevent disruptive behavior, get your students to listen to you, and help students follow directions the first time you ask them. These 3 strategies will help you confidently teach procedures, create your classroom rules, and incorporate natural consequences. Download the Ultimate Classroom Management Guide Here: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/68df834c5c Join the 3-Day Classroom Management Challenge: h...2024-03-1716 minThe Present Teacher PodcastClassroom Setup Tips I Wish I Knew as a First Year TeacherThese are the 5 classroom setup tips I wish I would have known as a first year teacher.These classroom setup strategies will help you get clear on how to utilize classroom management, how to organize different areas in your classroom, and how to confidently plan for the first few weeks of school. Download the Ultimate Classroom Setup Guide Here: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/d315493966Join the 3-Day Back To School Challenge: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/f18e312756Confidently Kickstart Your School Year: https://thepresentteacher.com/mini-course/___________________________❤️Instagram | https://www.inst...2024-03-1018 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Stand Out During Your Next Teacher Interview Use these 3 strategies to confidently stand out during your next teacher interview.These teacher interview tips will help you confidently prepare for your upcoming teacher interview, prepare your teacher cover letter and teacher resume, and know with confidence how to stand out during your next interview from other candidates.
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Join The Present Teacher Circle Community: https://www.the...2024-02-2529 minThe Present Teacher PodcastRevamp Your Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Seamless Management and Joyful LearningSend us a textLearn how to revamp your classroom management with ease. Use these 3 strategies to confidently manage your elementary classroom to get your students to listen to you and have your classroom running on autopilot. These 3 strategies will help you confidently teach procedures, create your classroom rules, and incorporate natural consequences. Download the Ultimate Classroom Management Guide Here: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/68df834c5cJoin the 3-Day Classroom Management Challenge: https://sunny-creator-106.ck.page/16b7f30fc2Get support inside The Present Teacher Circle Community: https://thepresentteacher.com...2024-02-1815 minThe Present Teacher PodcastWhat Districts ACTUALLY Want to See on Your Teacher Cover Letter So, you’re ready to take the next step in your teaching career, but the question looms: what should your teacher cover letter really say? After years of interviews and being part of interview committees, I've cracked the code. Today, I'm revealing what districts are ACTUALLY searching for in your teacher cover letter so you can confidently prepare for your teacher interview. Listen now to hear my top teacher interview tips and tricks to have you effortlessly standout from other candidates.
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Ultimate Teacher Interview Bundle...2024-01-2810 minThe Present Teacher PodcastThe Secret Strategies on How to Keeping Up With Grading BEFORE Report Cards Are DueEver feel like you're drowning in a sea of student papers, unsure of what to grade or how to keep up with grading? In this video, I spill the tea on how to keep up with grading BEFORE report cards are due. From deciding what to grade to a genius filing system, we're diving deep into three game-changing strategies (plus a bonus tip) that transformed my grading game.
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J...2023-11-0519 minThe Present Teacher PodcastParent Night Part 4: The #1 strategy to start off your family communication on the right foot!Join us in this episode as we unveil the most effective strategy for teacher-parent communication. Explore the power of positive interactions and learn practical ways to foster strong relationships with families.
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The Resilient Teacher PodcastTeacher Mental Health: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Resilience for New Teacherswith Special Guest Helena HainsPicture this: a classroom filled with engaged and enthusiastic students, a teacher brimming with passion and energy, and an atmosphere radiating positivity and growth. It may sound like a dream, but the secret behind this transformative classroom experience lies within one crucial aspect: teacher mental health.As educators, we pour our hearts into nurturing the minds of our students, but often forget to tend to our own mind and our own well-being. In this episode, we open your eyes to the truth about teacher mental health. In this episode, Helena Hains and I share our personal journeys...2023-08-0124 minThe Present Teacher PodcastParent Night Part 1: 5 Things You Might Be Forgetting to Prepare for Parent NightJoin us in this episode as we dive into the essential things you need to prepare for parent night in the primary grades. From a welcome letter to student seat activities, we'll guide you through each item that will help you make a positive impression on parents and set the stage for a successful school year. Tune in to confidently prepare for parent night and ensure a smooth start in the primary grades.
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Tune in to our latest episode where we dive deep into the right way to teach your Kindergarteners procedures. Discover the similarities between growing a plant and classroom procedures, and learn practical strategies to ensure your students develop good habits and behavior. From modeling to visuals, practice, and understanding the "why," we provide valuable insights to enhance your classroom management. Don't miss out on this episode!
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Join me in this episode as I reveal the three major mistakes I made while teaching Kindergarten classroom procedures. If you're a teacher who wants to improve your classroom management skills and create a successful learning environment, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now and get ready to transform your teaching approach!
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You might be wondering how to keep your classroom library and where to get books. Well in this episode I am sharing the number one hack on how I saved THOUSANDS of dollars building my classroom library.
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I'm sure you are scrolling Pinterest or Google right now looking for the top 2nd Grade classroom must-haves. Well, look no further because today I am going to share with you the top 2nd Grade classroom flops I wish I never bought.
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Hanging File Folder
T Stools
Book Bins
Organization Cart for Centers
Binders
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You might be wondering, what should I buy for my Kindergarten classroom? Well in this episode we are talking about the top 7 kindergarten classroom flops I had, and why you SHOULDN’T buy any of these items. That way you don’t have to learn the hard way like I did!
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Ever wonder what you should be buying for your classroom? You are scrolling all the Facebook Groups and Pinterest looking for new items for your Amazon Cart. But here's the thing, the last thing you want to do is spend money on items you will never use. In this episode we get real about things you should absolutely buy, and things you can live without.
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Join the Balanced Teacher 3-Day Event: ht...2023-05-0125 minThe Present Teacher PodcastTeacher Interview Series Part 4: Top 10 Teacher Interview Questions and Sample Answers I once had to answer 30 teacher interview questions in 20 minutes. I was so nervous because in the front office they gave me a piece of paper with 30 interview questions to practice before my interview. “Great” I thought, “this district understands how nerve wracking interviews can be and decided to give me the questions ahead of time.” But boy was I wrong! Come to find out one of the reasons they gave me the questions ahead of time was because I had to answer 30 interview questions in 20 minutes or less. But here’s the thing, I was able to ace that interv...2023-04-2422 minThe Present Teacher PodcastTeacher Interview Series Part 3: The Ultimate Guide to What to Bring to a Teacher Interview Wondering what to bring to a teacher interview? In this podcast interview I walk you through what you should bring to a teacher interview, and even a couple of things you should definitely not bring to an interview.
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Land Your Dream Job: https://www.thepresentteacher.com/land-your-dream-job ___________________________❤️Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thepresentteacher/🔥TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@thepresentteacher🚀Website | https://thepresentteacher.com/💜YouTube | https://youtube.com/@ThePresentTeacher?si=meqMm...2023-04-1917 minThe Present Teacher PodcastTeacher Interview Series Part 2: Ace Your Next Teacher Interview: How to Prepare Like a Pro Preparing for a teacher interview can be nerve-wracking, but with the right approach, you can feel confident and ready to impress. From researching the school to practicing your answers, this podcast episode (Part 2 of the Teacher Interview Series) will help you prepare for your teacher interview and stand out as the best candidate for the job.
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Land Your Dream Job: https://www.thepresentteacher.com/land-your-dream-job ___________________________❤️Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thepresentteac...2023-04-1111 minThe Present Teacher PodcastTeacher Interview Series Part 1: 7 Teacher Interview Tips to Help Land Your Dream Job Are you preparing for a teacher interview? Maybe you’re a teacher switching districts or a student teacher landing their first teaching job. Either way, figuring out how to land your dream job while teaching full time or going to school full time can be challenging. Check out these top 7 tips to help you ace the interview and land your dream teaching job. And don’t forget to download the guide down below and follow this podcast for part 2 of the series!
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Ultimate Teacher Intervie...2023-04-0419 minThe Present Teacher PodcastFirst Year Teaching: 7 Strategies to Avoid Teacher BurnoutAvoiding burnout as a first year teacher can feel nearly impossible. Everything is new, you are learning how to make the impact you were destined to make, create systems that work for you and your students, all the while trying to take care of yourself. In this week’s episode I share the REAL reason why I shared the Present Teacher and how to avoid teacher burnout as a first year teacher. Listen now to unlock the secret to getting out of burnout now and to create systems so you never fall into the teacher burnout pit again!
...2023-01-1618 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow First Year Teachers Can Create Work-Life Balance During the Holiday SeasonLately have you been feeling overwhelmed because your trying to leave work at work. Yet you are still doing work on the weekends and don’t have time for family events of event to relax? In this week's episode we are talking about the top 3 mistakes first or new teachers make while trying to create work-life balance and how to avoid them over this holiday season.We also talk about how to set a boundary around something that has been draining your energy.So make sure to tune in, you won't want to miss this ep...2022-11-1516 minThe Present Teacher PodcastThe Secret to Leaving Work on TimeHave you ever looked around and wondered how other teachers were able to leave work on time WITHOUT taking work home? If you answered yes, I can totally relate to this 5 years ago. During my first year of teaching I was the first one to be at work and the last one to leave. No matter how hard I tried, I always brought work home on the weekends. It wasn't until I did a lot of research and trial and error that I found a method that worked for me. So if you want to le...2022-10-3112 minThe Present Teacher PodcastHow to Make the Most of Your Prep This Back to School SeasonSend us a text
It can be hard to get everything done so you can leave on time. Between the lesson plans, IEP's, homework packets, and worksheets, it's no wonder teachers have a busy to-do list.You might be thinking, "the only way to be a good teacher is if I stay late and get it all done." But I'm here to tell you, that's just not true!Here are 3 teacher tips that will get you out the door faster and ready to enjoy your teacher freedom outside of work.See...2022-09-2115 minThe Present Teacher Podcast5 Tips for New Teachers This Back to School SeasonSend us a text
Let's be honest, back to school season can be CRAZY! Especially for new and first year teachers. So here are 5 teacher tips you won't want to miss for this upcoming school year. From tried and true teacher advice I got from other teachers, to things I learned... the hard way, these 5 new teacher tips are here to save you time AND money. So grab some coffee and let's get started!
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Join the Balanced Teacher 3-Day Event: https://www.thepresentteacher.com/balanced-teacher-event...2022-04-1912 minThe Present Teacher PodcastTop 7 Favorite Teacher Self-Care Ideas to Try THIS SummerSummer is just right around the corner...And with it just being a few weeks away you may be wondering:
How can I take care of myself this summer?
What do I want to accomplish?
How do I rest without letting my whole summer pass me by?
All of these questions we will answer in today's episode, where I share the top teacher self-care ideas for the summer!
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In this podcast episode, we're talking about the top 5 most devastating teacher self-care myths that seem to be going around right now. Everything from bad advice on social media, to what you might be hearing in the Teacher's Lounge. We cover everything from setting consistent self-care goals, to setting priorities and boundaries in the classroom.
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