Teachers Need Teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/show/teachers-need-teachersenHow ToCopyright Kimberly Leprehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9d029b53f7ec5720fda0b83145f31631.jpgTeachers Need Teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/show/teachers-need-teachersWed, 10 Jun 2026 18:23:43 +0000Kim LepreKimberly Leprekim@mrslepre.comTeachers Need Teachers is the podcast for new and beginning teachers. It's inspired by the questions beginning teachers are asking around the web, plus the questions that you didn’t know you should ask! I'll help you clear the confusion and figure out...trueepisodicEp 146 Why Do Grades Even Matter Anymore?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-146-why-do-grades-even-matter-anymore--69491254 
In this episode, I reflect on how grading shifted from traditional point-based systems to standards-based grading and grading for learning — and how, in many schools, those frameworks eventually gave way to equity-driven policies that changed what grades actually represent.
 
I believe in equity. I believe in standards-based grading. But I also believe we need to be honest about what’s happening when grades stop communicating learning and start communicating compliance, survival, or optics.
We’ll talk about:
  • why grades feel meaningless to many teachers
  • how student apathy and entitlement didn’t come out of nowhere
  • why parents increasingly see grades as negotiable
  • and how teachers are caught between professional ethics and institutional pressure

I don’t have a solution by the end of this episode. What I do have is a growing concern that we’re avoiding a necessary conversation — one about accountability, motivation, and what we’re actually teaching students when effort no longer matters.

If you’ve ever wondered whether grading still serves students the way we hope it does, this episode is for you.

Chapters:
00:00 — Why Grades Don’t Mean What They Used To
03:00 — From Traditional Grading to Grading for Learning
07:20 — When Equity Grading Took Over
13:40 — How the System Went Off the Rails
22:05 — Where This Leaves Teachers and Students


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69491254Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:08 +0000Kim LepreGrades were never meant to do this much work.   In this episode, I reflect on how grading shifted from traditional point-based systems to standards-based grading and grading for learning — and how, in many schools, those frameworks eventually gave way... 
In this episode, I reflect on how grading shifted from traditional point-based systems to standards-based grading and grading for learning — and how, in many schools, those frameworks eventually gave way to equity-driven policies that changed what grades actually represent.
 
I believe in equity. I believe in standards-based grading. But I also believe we need to be honest about what’s happening when grades stop communicating learning and start communicating compliance, survival, or optics.
We’ll talk about:
  • why grades feel meaningless to many teachers
  • how student apathy and entitlement didn’t come out of nowhere
  • why parents increasingly see grades as negotiable
  • and how teachers are caught between professional ethics and institutional pressure

I don’t have a solution by the end of this episode. What I do have is a growing concern that we’re avoiding a necessary conversation — one about accountability, motivation, and what we’re actually teaching students when effort no longer matters.

If you’ve ever wondered whether grading still serves students the way we hope it does, this episode is for you.

Chapters:
00:00 — Why Grades Don’t Mean What They Used To
03:00 — From Traditional Grading to Grading for Learning
07:20 — When Equity Grading Took Over
13:40 — How the System Went Off the Rails
22:05 — Where This Leaves Teachers and Students


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]]>1585false146fullEp 145 Getting It All Done: How Teachers Can Plan Without Panichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-145-getting-it-all-done-how-teachers-can-plan-without-panic--69383645Getting it all done in teaching often feels impossible—especially in the second half of the school year.

In this episode, I share a midyear planning roadmap designed for teachers who feel behind on curriculum but still want to finish the year strong without sacrificing their sanity.

This isn’t about perfect pacing or daily lesson plans. It’s about taking a step back, looking at the big picture, and making intentional decisions about what deserves your time and energy. 
We’ll talk about:
  • How to look back at what you’ve taught without guilt or shame
  • How to prioritize skills using a simple tiered system
  • How to plan around real-life interruptions like breaks, testing, absences, and school events
  • What “good enough” means when time is limited
  • Why flexibility is a strength—not a failure

I also share how I leave notes for my future self so the same pacing issues don’t repeat year after year—and why reflection is the key to long-term growth as a teacher.

📄 Free Resource I’ve created a basic planning worksheet that follows the exact process outlined in this episode so you can take action right away. 👉 Free Planning Resource

Whether you’re in the middle of the year, just starting out, or planning ahead, this episode will help you move forward with clarity, intention, and a lot more grace.

00:00 – Why Midyear Planning Feels So Hard 
01:35 – What This Planning Method Is (and Isn’t)
03:23 – Step 1: Look Back Without Shame
05:04 – Step 2: Rank Skills by Priority
09:23 – Step 3: Plan With the Calendar (Reality Check)
14:02 – Planning Around Interrupters
17:53 – Staying Flexible Without Falling Behind
20:48 – When You’re Overwhelmed (Mindset Reset)


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69383645Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:08 +0000Kim LepreGetting it all done in teaching often feels impossible—especially in the second half of the school year. In this episode, I share a midyear planning roadmap designed for teachers who feel behind on curriculum but still want to finish the year strong...Getting it all done in teaching often feels impossible—especially in the second half of the school year.

In this episode, I share a midyear planning roadmap designed for teachers who feel behind on curriculum but still want to finish the year strong without sacrificing their sanity.

This isn’t about perfect pacing or daily lesson plans. It’s about taking a step back, looking at the big picture, and making intentional decisions about what deserves your time and energy. 
We’ll talk about:
  • How to look back at what you’ve taught without guilt or shame
  • How to prioritize skills using a simple tiered system
  • How to plan around real-life interruptions like breaks, testing, absences, and school events
  • What “good enough” means when time is limited
  • Why flexibility is a strength—not a failure

I also share how I leave notes for my future self so the same pacing issues don’t repeat year after year—and why reflection is the key to long-term growth as a teacher.

📄 Free Resource I’ve created a basic planning worksheet that follows the exact process outlined in this episode so you can take action right away. 👉 Free Planning Resource

Whether you’re in the middle of the year, just starting out, or planning ahead, this episode will help you move forward with clarity, intention, and a lot more grace.

00:00 – Why Midyear Planning Feels So Hard 
01:35 – What This Planning Method Is (and Isn’t)
03:23 – Step 1: Look Back Without Shame
05:04 – Step 2: Rank Skills by Priority
09:23 – Step 3: Plan With the Calendar (Reality Check)
14:02 – Planning Around Interrupters
17:53 – Staying Flexible Without Falling Behind
20:48 – When You’re Overwhelmed (Mindset Reset)


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]]>1636false145fullEp 144 Students Aren’t Broken — They’re Respondinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-144-students-aren-t-broken-they-re-responding--69293015
This isn’t a rant. It’s not about blaming kids or excusing behavior. 

It’s about reframing what’s happening so teachers can stop internalizing systemic shifts as personal failure—and start making choices that protect their sanity. 

I also share how I’ve adjusted my own classroom practice to stay grounded in a version of teaching that didn’t reset after the pandemic. 

If you’ve been wondering:
  • Why does this feel harder than it should?
  • Am I doing something wrong?
  • How do I keep doing this without burning out?

This episode is for you.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69293015Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:00:08 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I talk about the conditions shaping what we’re seeing in classrooms right now—especially around behavior, attention, and regulation—and why so many teachers are quietly questioning themselves because of it. This isn’t a rant. It’s...
This isn’t a rant. It’s not about blaming kids or excusing behavior. 

It’s about reframing what’s happening so teachers can stop internalizing systemic shifts as personal failure—and start making choices that protect their sanity. 

I also share how I’ve adjusted my own classroom practice to stay grounded in a version of teaching that didn’t reset after the pandemic. 

If you’ve been wondering:
  • Why does this feel harder than it should?
  • Am I doing something wrong?
  • How do I keep doing this without burning out?

This episode is for you.


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]]>1144false144fullEp 143 Why I Stepped Away and Why I'm Backhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-143-why-i-stepped-away-and-why-i-m-back--69234445
This wasn’t a dramatic exit or a burnout spiral. It was a conscious pause. I talk honestly about the pressures of content creation, perfectionism, time, energy, and the emotional cost of always feeling like you need to be “helpful” or have the right answers—especially as a veteran teacher whose experience doesn’t always match the dominant narratives online. 

I also share what hasn’t changed: my teaching philosophy, my commitment to reflection, and my belief that teaching can be challenging and sustainable at the same time.

This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead—fewer expectations, more honesty, and a lot more respect for capacity. 

If you’ve ever stepped back from something you cared about, or wondered whether it’s possible to come back on your own terms, this episode is for you.


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69234445Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:09 +0000Kim LepreAfter a year and a half away, I’m back—and in this episode, I’m sharing why I stepped away from teaching content, and why I’m returning now. This wasn’t a dramatic exit or a burnout spiral. It was a conscious pause. I talk honestly about the...
This wasn’t a dramatic exit or a burnout spiral. It was a conscious pause. I talk honestly about the pressures of content creation, perfectionism, time, energy, and the emotional cost of always feeling like you need to be “helpful” or have the right answers—especially as a veteran teacher whose experience doesn’t always match the dominant narratives online. 

I also share what hasn’t changed: my teaching philosophy, my commitment to reflection, and my belief that teaching can be challenging and sustainable at the same time.

This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead—fewer expectations, more honesty, and a lot more respect for capacity. 

If you’ve ever stepped back from something you cared about, or wondered whether it’s possible to come back on your own terms, this episode is for you.


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]]>746false143fullEp 142 Navigating School Politicshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-142-navigating-school-politics--60034548
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60034548Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:03 +0000Kim LepreLearn how teachers can navigate school politics and prioritize student learning.  Just one of the many things teachers need to understand! I have a new YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@teachersneedteachers/ Got questions, feedback, or want...
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]]>1161false142fullCandidly Kim - The Point of Lesson Planshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/candidly-kim-the-point-of-lesson-plans--59587967
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59587967Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:00:04 +0000Kim LepreLet's get real about lesson plans and whether or not they're worth it! I have a new YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@teachersneedteachers/ Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at...
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]]>766truefullEp 141 End-of-the year hacks for less stresshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-141-end-of-the-year-hacks-for-less-stress--59348477
Episode 137 The Best Way to Ensure a Smooth Substitute Day
Episode 119 End-of-the-year Prep for Teachers

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59348477Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:02 +0000Kim LepreTeachers, feeling the end-of-year crunch? This episode offers practical tips to not only survive but thrive during the final stretch. Learn how to prepare for what's expected (testing, celebrations), keep yourself calm and collected, and manage a...
Episode 137 The Best Way to Ensure a Smooth Substitute Day
Episode 119 End-of-the-year Prep for Teachers

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]]>1194false141fullCandidly Kim - Master Schedule Timehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/candidly-kim-master-schedule-time--59265299
Episode 121: Non-renewal notices for teachers and what it means

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59265299Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:30:02 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, we're diving into the nerve-wracking world of master schedule time in schools. It's that crucial period where teachers' assignments, prep periods, and uncertainties about the next academic year are all laid out in those sprawling...
Episode 121: Non-renewal notices for teachers and what it means

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]]>956falsefullEp 140 How I Transformed Teaching Stress into Successhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-140-how-i-transformed-teaching-stress-into-success--59036698
What's that solution? The Modern Classroom Project model!

In this episode, I share insights into how eliminating traditional lectures has not only changed how my students learn but has also positively impacted my mental well-being. Discover effective classroom management strategies, innovative lesson planning techniques, and the remarkable results achieved through this paradigm shift.

If you're ready to move past the frustration of students missing key lessons and unlock a new path to student success, subscribe to this podcast for more educational content.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
02:22 Reframing teaching
04:15 Rethinking assessment
07:25 Streamlining lesson planning
10:07 Video creation
14:37 Classroom logistics
19:36 Classroom management
21:39 Results
27:29 Should you try this?
30:04 It's not too late


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59036698Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:35:01 +0000Kim LepreAre you tired of the frustration that comes with delivering crucial lessons only to find students missing or failing to grasp the material? Join me as I explore a transformative solution that has revolutionized teaching for many educators, including...
What's that solution? The Modern Classroom Project model!

In this episode, I share insights into how eliminating traditional lectures has not only changed how my students learn but has also positively impacted my mental well-being. Discover effective classroom management strategies, innovative lesson planning techniques, and the remarkable results achieved through this paradigm shift.

If you're ready to move past the frustration of students missing key lessons and unlock a new path to student success, subscribe to this podcast for more educational content.

👉🏼 Missed my previous episodes about the Modern Classroom Project?
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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
02:22 Reframing teaching
04:15 Rethinking assessment
07:25 Streamlining lesson planning
10:07 Video creation
14:37 Classroom logistics
19:36 Classroom management
21:39 Results
27:29 Should you try this?
30:04 It's not too late


I have a YouTube channel! 140fullEp 139 ONE Simple Shift in Teaching Saved Me!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-139-one-simple-shift-in-teaching-saved-me--58801766
Check out my interview with Kareem Farah, co-founder of the Modern Classroom Project: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-how-to-realistically-reach-99-of-your-students--55987156

Learn more about the Modern Classroom Project and its incredible impact: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-this-one-shift-could-make-you-a-better-teacher--56042223

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58801766Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:00:01 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I spill the beans on how a game-changing shift in my teaching approach not only made my life easier but saved my career in the process! If you're tired of the teacher nightmares we all dread, this one's for you. Get ready to...
Check out my interview with Kareem Farah, co-founder of the Modern Classroom Project: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-how-to-realistically-reach-99-of-your-students--55987156

Learn more about the Modern Classroom Project and its incredible impact: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-this-one-shift-could-make-you-a-better-teacher--56042223

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]]>481false139fullEp 138 How to Make Cheating Harder in the Age of AIhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-138-how-to-make-cheating-harder-in-the-age-of-ai--58117054
In this episode, we're diving deep into the fascinating realm of AI, exploring its impact on education, and addressing the challenges it brings to the table. In this episode, I present five strategic hacks aimed at making it more challenging for students to succumb to the allure of AI-driven shortcuts. These practical tips not only thwart cheating but also foster authentic learning experiences.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58117054Tue, 26 Dec 2023 13:00:03 +0000Kim LepreKids are cheating with AI, and it's definitely become a problem. As an ardent AI enthusiast, I've previously shared my excitement for this revolutionary technology. However, the dark side emerges as students increasingly turn to AI as a shortcut,...
In this episode, we're diving deep into the fascinating realm of AI, exploring its impact on education, and addressing the challenges it brings to the table. In this episode, I present five strategic hacks aimed at making it more challenging for students to succumb to the allure of AI-driven shortcuts. These practical tips not only thwart cheating but also foster authentic learning experiences.

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]]>1191false138fullEp 137 The Best Way To Ensure a Smooth Substitute Dayhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-137-the-best-way-to-ensure-a-smooth-substitute-day--57772250
In this episode, join me as I explore the best strategies to make the preparation for a substitute teacher seamless and stress-free. We know that taking a day off can feel like more work than it's worth, so here are practical tips to ensure your classroom runs smoothly and your students continue learning even in your absence.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57772250Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:00:04 +0000Kim LepreAs educators, we understand that unexpected situations can arise at any moment, making the prospect of taking a day off seem daunting. Whether it's due to a sudden illness, a family emergency, or just needing a well-deserved personal day, the process...
In this episode, join me as I explore the best strategies to make the preparation for a substitute teacher seamless and stress-free. We know that taking a day off can feel like more work than it's worth, so here are practical tips to ensure your classroom runs smoothly and your students continue learning even in your absence.

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]]>747false137fullEp 136 Catch up struggling students with this methodhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-136-catch-up-struggling-students-with-this-method--57535622
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57535622Tue, 07 Nov 2023 11:00:03 +0000Kim LepreStruggling with students falling behind in the school year? In this episode, I share my proven method for addressing this common challenge. Whether it's a handful or an entire class, falling behind is a tough spot. Do I slow down for all or forge...
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]]>1101false136fullEp 135 This Can Get You Fired, Even Outside of Workhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-135-this-can-get-you-fired-even-outside-of-work--57326813
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57326813Tue, 24 Oct 2023 10:30:02 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I delve into the challenging world of teachers' off-duty actions and their digital footprint, uncovering a real-life case that rocked a Kansas school and led to a teacher's dismissal. I explore how a series of TikTok videos had...
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]]>828false135fullEp 134 What teachers can do when students are at different levelshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-134-what-teachers-can-do-when-students-are-at-different-levels--57154942
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00:00 Intro
03:02 Scaffolding
08:30 Teacher suspended
11:10 Admin micromanaging
13:30 Admin teaching experience
15:11 Accountability
17:30 MCP Update


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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57154942Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:03 +0000Kim LepreTeachers constantly struggle to figure out how to teach content when every student is at a different level and has different needs. In this episode, I discuss practical ways that I scaffold for the varying needs of my students as well as my take on...
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00:00 Intro
03:02 Scaffolding
08:30 Teacher suspended
11:10 Admin micromanaging
13:30 Admin teaching experience
15:11 Accountability
17:30 MCP Update


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]]>1507false134fullEp 133 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Deciding to Become a Teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-133-mistakes-everyone-makes-when-deciding-to-become-a-teacher--57048533
In this episode, I cover crucial considerations to help ensure that your decision to become a teacher is one that leads to success, both for you and your students.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57048533Wed, 04 Oct 2023 10:00:03 +0000Kim LepreAre you considering a career in teaching? SHOULD you become a teacher, and do you have what it takes to not only survive but THRIVE? It's a noble pursuit, but let's face it – deciding to become a teacher can be a minefield of potential mistakes. You...
In this episode, I cover crucial considerations to help ensure that your decision to become a teacher is one that leads to success, both for you and your students.

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]]>839false133fullEp 132 How to Avoid Parent-Teacher Conflicts in Your Classroomhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-132-how-to-avoid-parent-teacher-conflicts-in-your-classroom--56845800
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56845800Tue, 19 Sep 2023 10:00:03 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I delve into the art of managing difficult parent-teacher relationships to ensure a harmonious and successful school year. I share personal stories and practical advice to help you become a master of handling difficult parents. These...
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]]>1078false132fullEp 131 What teachers should NEVER do at Open House (and what you should do instead)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-131-what-teachers-should-never-do-at-open-house-and-what-you-should-do-instead--56620607
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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56620607Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:00:03 +0000Kim LepreWant to know the secrets to a successful Open House? Discover the 5 things you should NEVER do, along with 5 practical alternatives that guarantee a memorable Open House experience. In this episode, I bring you over 20 years of experience with Open...
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]]>1056false131fullEp 130 5 Outdated Back-to-School Trends That Teachers Need to Ditchhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-130-5-outdated-back-to-school-trends-that-teachers-need-to-ditch--56132324
It's time to ditch those outdated back-to-school trends and embrace a fresh approach that engages and inspires both educators and students. Let's set the stage for an exceptional school year. Get ready to reimagine your back-to-school experience!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56132324Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:00:02 +0000Kim LepreAre you ready to break free from the same old back-to-school routine? In this episode, we'll dive into 5 outdated back-to-school trends that are long overdue for a revamp. Join me as I explore alternative approaches that promote a dynamic and...
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]]>1052false130fullEp 129 This one shift could make you a better teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-129-this-one-shift-could-make-you-a-better-teacher--56042223
Kareem Farah, the co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project, and I uncover how to streamline assessment procedures, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: teaching. With examples of seamless assignment submission processes, this model will revolutionize the way you handle student work. Say goodbye to the hassle of paperwork and hello to a more efficient and organized approach!

We also reveal how these innovative practices create wins for struggling students. Are you ready for a paradigm shift in education? Discover how this transformative approach can solve many of the common problems faced by educators today. Embark on a journey toward a more efficient, engaging, and impactful learning experience for both educators and students. Your classroom will never be the same again!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56042223Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:00:02 +0000Kim LepreAre you tired of endless piles of paperwork and countless hours of grading? Do you dream of a streamlined assessment process that saves you time and energy? In this episode, we delve into the game-changing strategies that will create LESS work for...
Kareem Farah, the co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project, and I uncover how to streamline assessment procedures, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: teaching. With examples of seamless assignment submission processes, this model will revolutionize the way you handle student work. Say goodbye to the hassle of paperwork and hello to a more efficient and organized approach!

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]]>1951false129fullEp 128 How to realistically reach 99% of your studentshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-128-how-to-realistically-reach-99-of-your-students--55987156
What if the way we've been teaching is the problem? Is there ACTUALLY a way to teach that catches up the students that are behind AND challenges those that are above grade level?

In this episode, Kareem Farah, cofounder of the Modern Classrooms Project, and I discuss how this is not only possible, it's being done successfully by tens of THOUSANDS of teachers. This method will not only challenge how you think about teaching but also shed light on how you could also lighten your workload and stress. 😱

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55987156Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:00:02 +0000Kim LeprePretty much every teacher struggles to teach in a way that addresses the needs of all of their students. Despite their attempts at differentiation, the vast array of levels in their classroom makes it daunting at best. What if the way we've been...
What if the way we've been teaching is the problem? Is there ACTUALLY a way to teach that catches up the students that are behind AND challenges those that are above grade level?

In this episode, Kareem Farah, cofounder of the Modern Classrooms Project, and I discuss how this is not only possible, it's being done successfully by tens of THOUSANDS of teachers. This method will not only challenge how you think about teaching but also shed light on how you could also lighten your workload and stress. 😱

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]]>1577false128fullEp 127 Teaching at a new school? 6 essential questions to askhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-127-teaching-at-a-new-school-6-essential-questions-to-ask--55199141
In this episode, I unveil six crucial questions that you must ask and find answers to as soon as you accept the job offer, sign the contract, and seal the deal with the administrator's handshake. By focusing on these six key areas, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence needed to welcome your students with open arms on that exciting first day.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55199141Tue, 27 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000Kim LepreCongratulations on landing your dream teaching job! The exhilaration of this new opportunity is boundless. I understand that you may have a whirlwind of thoughts running through your mind as you prepare for your first day at the new school. That's why...
In this episode, I unveil six crucial questions that you must ask and find answers to as soon as you accept the job offer, sign the contract, and seal the deal with the administrator's handshake. By focusing on these six key areas, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence needed to welcome your students with open arms on that exciting first day.

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]]>711false127fullEp 126 Ten ways teachers can prepare for bad student behaviorshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-126-ten-ways-teachers-can-prepare-for-bad-student-behaviors--54523973
Whether you're about to embark on your teaching journey or looking to enhance your classroom management skills, this episode is your go-to guide. With the right strategies and a passion for creating an engaging and supportive classroom, you'll be well-equipped to inspire and empower your students to thrive academically and personally. Let's create a classroom where learning flourishes and students flourish!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54523973Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:03 +0000Kim LepreClassroom management and behavior issues can seem daunting (especially after this past school year), but fear not! In this episode, I share essential tips and strategies to help you master the art of classroom management. By following these...
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]]>1360false126fullEp 125 Six ways teachers can transform daily struggles into daily winshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-125-six-ways-teachers-can-transform-daily-struggles-into-daily-wins--54362971
In this episode, I'm revealing my own struggles that I faced on a daily basis and how I'm actually GRATEFUL for them. These failures have made me the teacher I am today and will help you too!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54362971Wed, 14 Jun 2023 12:00:02 +0000Kim LepreAs a newer teacher, you're bound to make mistakes, and that's okay. In fact, it's more than okay—it's necessary. Embracing failure allows you to learn from your experiences, adjust your teaching strategies, and improve your classroom management...
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]]>1114false125fullEp 124 Best ChatGPT prompts for teachers - how to get the most from AIhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-124-best-chatgpt-prompts-for-teachers-how-to-get-the-most-from-ai--54110713
In today's episode, I'm going to debunk these objections and show you how to write effective prompts. This will completely change your results from AI and your mind about its effectiveness in teaching. Enhance your teaching strategies with these valuable insights!

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54110713Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:00:03 +0000Kim LepreThere's still a lot of skepticism around the role of ChatGPT and other generative AI in education. Many educators have complained that it doesn't seem any better than Google, and that the results it produces aren't impressive. In today's episode, I'm...
In today's episode, I'm going to debunk these objections and show you how to write effective prompts. This will completely change your results from AI and your mind about its effectiveness in teaching. Enhance your teaching strategies with these valuable insights!

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]]>1042false124fullEp 123 15 streams of income for teachers you can start this summer to make more moneyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-123-15-streams-of-income-for-teachers-you-can-start-this-summer-to-make-more-money--54049069
In this episode, I share 15 exciting side-hustle ideas and different recurring streams of income specifically tailored for teachers to explore during their summer break. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or simply want to pursue a passion project, these side hustles offer great opportunities. From online tutoring and content creation to freelance writing and handiwork services, I've curated a diverse range of options to suit various interests and expertise. Discover how you can leverage your teaching experience and embark on new ventures that align with your strengths. Get ready to explore these side-hustle ideas and make the most of your summer break as an educator.

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]]>6c0e568e-7e9b-4261-9547-3805b968811eTue, 30 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWith summer break coming up, it’s the perfect time to start a side hustle and add different streams of income since you’ll have more time and mental energy to try a new endeavor. And who knows, some of these might even produce enough income to replace...
In this episode, I share 15 exciting side-hustle ideas and different recurring streams of income specifically tailored for teachers to explore during their summer break. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or simply want to pursue a passion project, these side hustles offer great opportunities. From online tutoring and content creation to freelance writing and handiwork services, I've curated a diverse range of options to suit various interests and expertise. Discover how you can leverage your teaching experience and embark on new ventures that align with your strengths. Get ready to explore these side-hustle ideas and make the most of your summer break as an educator.

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]]>1313false123fullEp 122 Challenges I face as a teacher that make me want to quit teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-122-challenges-i-face-as-a-teacher-that-make-me-want-to-quit-teaching--54049079
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]]>d9be4b5e-cfc3-4ed7-b977-f16cea4a8c82Tue, 23 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I delve into the significant changes that have occurred in the education landscape since the COVID-19 pandemic that make me want to quit. I explore the effects of student apathy, increased instances of disruptive behavior, and the...
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]]>949false122fullEp 121 Non-renewal notices for teachers and what it meanshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-121-non-renewal-notices-for-teachers-and-what-it-means--54049070https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>cf535531-fa43-4daf-a219-007fa26bbe6aTue, 16 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIf you're a teacher and received a notice of non-renewal, it's important to understand your rights and options. It's a scary and frustrating time, especially when you don't know what to do next. In this episode, we'll be discussing notice of...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>737false121fullEp 120 Forget videos - project-based learning will get your students excited to learn!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-120-forget-videos-project-based-learning-will-get-your-students-excited-to-learn--54049082https://www.instagram.com/nancymikhailedu Podcast 👉🏼 https://www.nancymikhail.com/educationalpodcast Resources and lessons 👉🏼 https://www.nancymikhail.com Nancy Mikhail is an Educational Consultant specializing in the creation and design of engaging pedagogy and active learning projects that excel beyond the requirements of California State Standards. Nancy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at the California State University at Long Beach, and furthered her education by earning her Master’s of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from California State University at Fullerton. Her experience within the education system ranges from preschool to twelfth grade. However, Nancy’s skills go above and beyond the classroom. She has taken her passion for teaching and education into after school programs, academic advising, and nonprofit organizations. She is an active participant and presenter in educational conferences and workshops.   Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>4e886858-ccb9-4893-9997-fd622f787b2eTue, 09 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAre you tired of traditional classroom methods that leave students bored and unengaged? Look no further than project-based learning! In this video, Nancy Mikhail from BuildaProject.net and I explore how project-based learning can transform your...https://www.instagram.com/nancymikhailedu Podcast 👉🏼 https://www.nancymikhail.com/educationalpodcast Resources and lessons 👉🏼 https://www.nancymikhail.com Nancy Mikhail is an Educational Consultant specializing in the creation and design of engaging pedagogy and active learning projects that excel beyond the requirements of California State Standards. Nancy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at the California State University at Long Beach, and furthered her education by earning her Master’s of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from California State University at Fullerton. Her experience within the education system ranges from preschool to twelfth grade. However, Nancy’s skills go above and beyond the classroom. She has taken her passion for teaching and education into after school programs, academic advising, and nonprofit organizations. She is an active participant and presenter in educational conferences and workshops.   Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1302false120fullEp 119 End-of-the-year prep for teachers - how to survive without hating lifehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-119-end-of-the-year-prep-for-teachers-how-to-survive-without-hating-life--54049077https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>15041b45-5f5d-4d9e-b2a6-17c8992e1043Tue, 02 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreThe end of the school year is both a time of excitement and dread. Excitement because we’re almost at summer break and dread because things can get really hectic. And it can be super stressful if you don’t plan for it correctly because there are so...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>858false119fullEp 118 5 Alternatives to Quitting Teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-118-5-alternatives-to-quitting-teaching--54049072https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>5d3b4aaf-53f0-460f-b29e-8b2c72491c15Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreLet's be real - teaching is a tough job, and it's not uncommon to feel like throwing in the towel at times. Between unsupportive administrators, heavy workloads, angry parents, disrespectful students, and external pressures from policymakers, it can...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>635false118fullEp 117 Teaching Stress Can Age You - Find Out How to Reverse the Damage!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-117-teaching-stress-can-age-you-find-out-how-to-reverse-the-damage--54049089https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan SUNSCREENS: For my face, neck, and chest 👉🏼 Skin Aqua: https://amzn.to/3KFOExv For my arms and legs 👉🏼 Eucerin: https://amzn.to/41ue483 For the tops of my hands 👉🏼 Aveeno: https://amzn.to/43CpatG Driving gloves: https://amzn.to/43v6ThX RETINOLS: Musely (prescription strength): https://www.musely.com/facerx/referral_code/use?code=KL9367 Avene: https://amzn.to/40aS0hG Differin (not just for acne): https://amzn.to/3L40MtN Cerave: https://amzn.to/3A1Ma7D GET MORE PROTEIN: Myprotein (tastes like fruit juice): https://amzn.to/3L37Lmy Barebells (tastes like a candy bar): https://amzn.to/3MP12Om SLEEP AID: Sleep Fairy: https://amzn.to/3ohGWlT These are affiliate links which means if you buy something, I'll receive a small commission. I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>51018ebc-c7e1-4d0e-99c2-26d01a9189d8Tue, 18 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreTeaching can be a rewarding and fulfilling profession, but it can also be demanding and stressful. Many teachers experience burnout and rapid aging due to the pressures of the job. In this episode, I explore the importance of self-care, stress...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan SUNSCREENS: For my face, neck, and chest 👉🏼 Skin Aqua: https://amzn.to/3KFOExv For my arms and legs 👉🏼 Eucerin: https://amzn.to/41ue483 For the tops of my hands 👉🏼 Aveeno: https://amzn.to/43CpatG Driving gloves: https://amzn.to/43v6ThX RETINOLS: Musely (prescription strength): https://www.musely.com/facerx/referral_code/use?code=KL9367 Avene: https://amzn.to/40aS0hG Differin (not just for acne): https://amzn.to/3L40MtN Cerave: https://amzn.to/3A1Ma7D GET MORE PROTEIN: Myprotein (tastes like fruit juice): https://amzn.to/3L37Lmy Barebells (tastes like a candy bar): https://amzn.to/3MP12Om SLEEP AID: Sleep Fairy: https://amzn.to/3ohGWlT These are affiliate links which means if you buy something, I'll receive a small commission. I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1740false117fullEp 116 Introverted teachers can still be the fun teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-116-introverted-teachers-can-still-be-the-fun-teacher--54049074https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>14077a16-e6a4-45ac-aa59-24e21b365e72Tue, 11 Apr 2023 12:30:00 +0000Kim LepreAre you one of those teachers who’s a little more introverted or serious, and maybe not categorized as the “fun” teacher? Do you wish that your students were more engaged and that you had more buy-in from them without having to put on a dog and pony...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1039false116fullEp 115 When life gets really hard, here's how to survive teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-115-when-life-gets-really-hard-here-s-how-to-survive-teaching--54049099https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>7696600b-b608-4b80-a59c-77a2725e196fTue, 21 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen a major event happens in your life, it can be hard to figure out how to get everything done. Teachers especially struggle with the day-to-day in terms of planning lessons, teaching, and grading, and that's without anything big happening in their...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>944false115fullEp 114 Hacks for grading assignments fast when you're falling behindhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-114-hacks-for-grading-assignments-fast-when-you-re-falling-behind--54049084https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>4a314592-a303-47e2-9b46-490629155361Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAre you a teacher who's feeling overwhelmed with grading? You're not alone! All teachers fall behind on grading at some point in their careers, and it can be a HUGE source of stress. But don't worry, there are ways to grade faster and catch up. In...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>628false114fullEp 113 How to get students to submit their homeworkhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-113-how-to-get-students-to-submit-their-homework--54049117https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>b9b755eb-cdfc-418c-8456-6b8d15392d96Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreOne aspect of teaching that frustrates literally EVERY TEACHER is students not turning in their homework. No matter what consequences or how much extra time you give, it seems like some students just REFUSE to do any work, let alone submit it! In this...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>814false113fullEp 112 How to cut your grading time in HALFhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-112-how-to-cut-your-grading-time-in-half--54049094https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>5ca7ff56-6f2a-4d4d-a4fa-e4c53d7a12d4Tue, 28 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreTeachers tend to spend HOURS of time grading, and especially outside of their work hours. Whether you're physically taking papers home or online, grading assignments is often the bane of all teachers. Surprisingly, there ARE ways to cut down on...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>847false112fullEp 111 Understanding student behavior in the classroomhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-111-understanding-student-behavior-in-the-classroom--54049096https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>f9277776-180c-46e5-a87a-a1118d4418e7Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreMany students have been struggling with their behavior in the classroom since the start of the pandemic. Parents and students went through tremendous amounts of stress and anxiety, which caused a disruption in student behavior. It can be difficult to...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>741false111fullEp 110 How ChatGPT Can Transform Teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-110-how-chatgpt-can-transform-teaching--54049075https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>d5b1ce01-f43f-457c-8c0b-0d779f6e99b0Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAre you tired of spending countless hours on lesson planning, grading, and answering emails? ChatGPT is here to change that! This cutting-edge AI technology can assist teachers in so many aspects of their job and make their lives in their classrooms...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>840false110fullEp 109 How your past experiences in school are hurting your teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-109-how-your-past-experiences-in-school-are-hurting-your-teaching--54049071https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>67477a1b-73c1-425a-ad8a-5a01604072feTue, 31 Jan 2023 13:05:00 +0000Kim LepreMany teachers today can trace their successes and difficulties in the classroom back to their own experiences when they were students. Unfortunately, if those experiences were negative or traumatic, that can affect how they interact with their current...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1291false109fullEp 108 How to finally find happiness in teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-108-how-to-finally-find-happiness-in-teaching--54049073https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>4b1cde09-0a32-4c45-9710-06082b0602f3Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreA lot of teachers are truly dissatisfied and fed up with teaching for many reasons, but one of the main ones is student behavior. Students, their parents, other staff, and admin can definitely behave in ways that trigger us and make us want to give up...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>799false108fullEp 107 The truth about problematic student behaviorshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-107-the-truth-about-problematic-student-behaviors--54049078https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>5cbfb862-eee7-4ff3-b037-cdd2958ffb97Mon, 16 Jan 2023 18:35:37 +0000Kim LepreHaving difficulty managing behavior in the classroom as a newer teacher? This video explores how to break the cycle of cause and effect between student behaviors and your own. Learn to be honest with yourself about your presence in the classroom, as...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1124false107fullEp 106 No-brainer hacks for effectively teaching a lessonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-106-no-brainer-hacks-for-effectively-teaching-a-lesson--54049081https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>87450e85-358a-415b-8aed-a03ba7af5831Mon, 09 Jan 2023 16:39:58 +0000Kim LepreIn this video, I cover how to deliver effective lessons in the classroom. It covers how to explain concepts in a way that students understand, use lectures, have students read a text, watch a video, or solve a problem. If you've been struggling with...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>930false106fullEp 105 3 bad habits that kill student engagementhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-105-3-bad-habits-that-kill-student-engagement--54049121https://teachersneedteachers.com/3badhabitsyt I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>63a36cf6-b0e7-45f1-b061-3ffd829015deTue, 03 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIn this episode, I discuss three bad habits that are killing student engagement in the classroom and provide strategies for educators to improve learning experiences. I look at ways to talk less, be more engaging, and be more flexible and relatable....https://teachersneedteachers.com/3badhabitsyt I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1034false105fullEp 104 8 Uncomfortable Truths About Quitting Teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-104-8-uncomfortable-truths-about-quitting-teaching--54049088Stay or Go Checklist! I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>9d523305-c6c2-4ee7-b8d0-7580c43840e4Fri, 16 Dec 2022 16:29:00 +0000Kim LepreIn today's episode, I'm discussing the pros and cons of quitting mid-year so that you can make an informed decision about whether or not to leave your job. I talk about the benefits of continuing to work through the end of the semester, as well as the...Stay or Go Checklist! I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>976false104fullEp 103 3 Activities to Do Before Any Test To Help Students Succeedhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-103-3-activities-to-do-before-any-test-to-help-students-succeed--54049098Prepping for Finals Cheat Sheet   I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>d63d9928-1fe8-4e07-8d46-eebdfd7763d8Fri, 09 Dec 2022 22:12:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's that time of the year again - finals are quickly approaching and you have a limited amount of time to make sure your students are prepared. Preparing for any test can be an overwhelming task, but with the right strategies in place, it is possible...Prepping for Finals Cheat Sheet   I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>664false103fullEp 102 Why you're not using state standards the right wayhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-102-why-you-re-not-using-state-standards-the-right-way--54049080Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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]]>2e16df82-8379-429e-9c68-499a0465291cFri, 02 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWith the amount of pressure and things on their to-do list, many new teachers struggle with planning effective lessons. And while they probably have knowledge of their state standards, they're not using them fully to their advantage. In today's...Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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]]>1312false102fullEp 101 Planning a lesson that ensures student learninghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-101-planning-a-lesson-that-ensures-student-learning--54049092kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>20fff1cb-7835-43ba-a9fb-a86e33c093b4Fri, 25 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000Kim LepreSo you’ve survived the first couple of months of school (or maybe you were just thrown in), and you’re figuring out what you need to teach. If you’re lucky, you’ve been handed a curriculum, but that doesn’t mean you know where to start. In this...kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>987false101fullEp 100 How to help SPED students and teachers during distance learninghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-100-how-to-help-sped-students-and-teachers-during-distance-learning--54049093https://iepsuntangled.com/ https://brandierosenconsulting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/teachers_love_learning/ https://www.pinterest.com/brandierosenconsulting/ https://www.facebook.com/teachertrainingandsupport/   Check out my new YouTube Channel! Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>e1aff415-592d-4250-955b-ab50a837ff70Mon, 14 Dec 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreThe pandemic and distance learning have been difficult for both teachers and students, but especially our special education students. In this episode, I talk to Brandie Rosen and we discuss how teachers can support our SPED students online as well as...https://iepsuntangled.com/ https://brandierosenconsulting.com/ https://www.instagram.com/teachers_love_learning/ https://www.pinterest.com/brandierosenconsulting/ https://www.facebook.com/teachertrainingandsupport/   Check out my new YouTube Channel! Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>2410false100fullEp 99 I'm Back! Updates On Teaching and The Future Of This Podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-99-i-m-back-updates-on-teaching-and-the-future-of-this-podcast--54049095Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>9ed23f7a-0bfc-44c8-be6d-ea423e2792e9Mon, 09 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's been months since my last episode, but I'm back. In today's episode, I discuss where I've been, my thoughts and experiences on distance learning, and the future of the podcast. Check out my new YouTube Channel!...Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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]]>1520false99fullTnT 98 Actionable strategies for new special education teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-98-actionable-strategies-for-new-special-education-teachers--54049125
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    ]]>    2eae8b26-f92c-4c70-81d8-f61954bbd8feMon, 03 Feb 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreBeing a new teacher is difficult for everyone, but SPED teachers have a unique set of challenges that most of us gen ed teachers never realize. Part teacher, part curriculum writer, and part parent liaison (among other things), SPED teachers wear many...
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    ]]>    2474false98full    TnT 97 How gen ed teachers can support SPED studentshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-97-how-gen-ed-teachers-can-support-sped-students--54049097Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    4e315cae-014b-48c2-8490-7b448db15ad3Mon, 27 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWe will all have special ed, or SPED students at some point in our classrooms, and we often feel lost in terms of how to support them. New teachers especially struggle since they struggle to know things like accommodations and IEPs. So I brought on...Your Own Damn Way Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2136false97full    TnT 96 How to create a self-running classroom using a classroom economyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-96-how-to-create-a-self-running-classroom-using-a-classroom-economy--54049109https://teachersneedteachers.com/economy Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    716c95af-8641-4bef-9f94-d3d3f8842d72Mon, 20 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAs a new teacher, can you imagine how awesome it would be if your classroom basically ran itself so that you could focus on small group and individual instruction? There are obviously a ton of ways to get a classroom to run smoothly and to keep...https://teachersneedteachers.com/economy Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2010falsefull    TnT 95 How new teachers can invest in their future now and have big wins in retirementhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-95-how-new-teachers-can-invest-in-their-future-now-and-have-big-wins-in-retirement--54049100Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Recommended Podcasts for learning how to manage your money:
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    ]]>    accaeaa4-a4b8-4f99-a18f-72679357e213Mon, 13 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIn the last episode, we discuss how to pay off debt and save for an emergency fund, as well as the need for a budget, and today we discuss our financial future - which can be difficult for some to consider when they’ve got another 30 years of teaching...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Recommended Podcasts for learning how to manage your money:
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    ]]>    2444false5full    TnT 94 Common financial pitfalls that new teachers makehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-94-common-financial-pitfalls-that-new-teachers-make--54049135Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    f612d193-962a-46f1-85c7-12dc627fdc8cMon, 06 Jan 2020 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreA lot of college graduates find themselves entering the professional world without a solid financial base. They have this newfound money that they’re working their butts off to earn, and they want to live it up and have fun. This is exactly what I...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2170false94full    TnT 93 Ways to reignite your passion for teaching when you want to quithttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-93-ways-to-reignite-your-passion-for-teaching-when-you-want-to-quit--54049085Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    b4f1241c-6714-4bda-a83c-669750706ea0Mon, 30 Dec 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreMany new teachers get to the point where they're just DONE with their teaching situation, or maybe just teaching in general. While most of you are still excited about teaching since you've just started, there are still some of you that are already...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1189false93full    TnT 92 Common first-year struggles we all havehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-92-common-first-year-struggles-we-all-have--54049103Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    e69c68fe-92af-4564-a7ce-6c2eaed189a0Mon, 23 Dec 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreFor new teachers, it can seem like they’re the ONLY ones having a tough time with a certain aspect of their teaching, and they’re often too ashamed or embarrassed to talk about it. These frustrations can really weigh on them and make them feel like...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1830false92full    TnT 91 The right and wrong way to deal with angry parent emailshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-91-the-right-and-wrong-way-to-deal-with-angry-parent-emails--54049107Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    b26a786f-6823-4e68-a728-dc0e14eb8710Mon, 16 Dec 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreThere isn't ONE TEACHER who hasn’t received an email, phone call, or message from a parent who is concerned or upset about something that a teacher did. For new teachers (and veterans, too), this can be really intimidating or worrisome because not...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2150false91full    TnT 90 What to do when you're seriously behind on gradinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-90-what-to-do-when-you-re-seriously-behind-on-grading--54049105Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    ee935dc7-d5e9-4571-838e-44e56065a18dMon, 09 Dec 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAs much as I’d like to think that I have my systems down pat after 18 years, there are STILL times when I get behind on my grading. This can be really overwhelming because it just piles on and it seems like you’re never going to get out from under it....Sign up for the New Educator Conference in Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1531false90full    TnT 89 5 crucial steps to fix your lessons when they're not workinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-89-5-crucial-steps-to-fix-your-lessons-when-they-re-not-working--54049087Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    0e81fcf8-e2b2-400d-a17d-a3c1354b7898Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNo matter how much time we spend planning a lesson, there WILL be lessons that don’t work quite how we had anticipated. This is especially true if you’re a new teacher because you’re still figuring out lesson delivery and pacing, student engagement,...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1515false89full    TnT 88 How to set up your lesson planning for student successhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-88-how-to-set-up-your-lesson-planning-for-student-success--54049106Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    e2254a2e-5dac-4722-8013-002e30ec636cMon, 25 Nov 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreOnce the holidays hit, it can be a time of panic for teachers. With a quick glance at their pacing guide, they realize that they're more behind than they'd anticipated. They ask themselves: Do I have enough time to cover everything I was supposed to?...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1438false88full    TnT 87 How to tackle organization when you're naturally disorganizedhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-87-how-to-tackle-organization-when-you-re-naturally-disorganized--54049108Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    964f56d9-f85a-44ca-9cfb-f718eb6a06c5Mon, 18 Nov 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreImagine if teaching only involved the part where you're interacting with students. Things would be much easier, right? But the reality is that there are so many facets of teaching that pull at us, and unless you're hyper-organized, it can be easy to...Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1373false87full    TnT 86 How Open Middle Math lessons can get your students addicted to mathhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-86-how-open-middle-math-lessons-can-get-your-students-addicted-to-math--54049101Open Middle Math RobertKaplinsky.com Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3035false86full    TnT 85 How to set yourself up for success with station rotationshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-85-how-to-set-yourself-up-for-success-with-station-rotations--54049114languageartsteachers.com Station rotation freebie: https://languageartsteachers.com/easystations Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1e91fc6388d644c181861d978252e158Mon, 04 Nov 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIn the last episode, we covered why teachers should incorporate station rotations into their teaching, the logistics of planning for them, and how they can help with differentiation and classroom management. But if you've done them in the past and...languageartsteachers.com Station rotation freebie: https://languageartsteachers.com/easystations Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2259false85full    TnT 84 Why station rotations can positively impact your teaching practicehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-84-why-station-rotations-can-positively-impact-your-teaching-practice--54049115languageartsteachers.com, who is an expert on making stations fit within the context of your class. We go into what stations are, why we should use them, how to group students, how to create an assignment that lends itself to stations, how to make them work in a 45-minute period, classroom management, AND grading. Where you can find Laura: languageartsteachers.com Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    83b15863d7dc4301ba8ba2c5ba8976caMon, 28 Oct 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreA lot of teachers have different strategies for cooperative learning or to facilitate more engaging learning experiences. One that most know of and not enough try is station rotations. I'd seen these done with various teachers and even dipped my toe...languageartsteachers.com, who is an expert on making stations fit within the context of your class. We go into what stations are, why we should use them, how to group students, how to create an assignment that lends itself to stations, how to make them work in a 45-minute period, classroom management, AND grading. Where you can find Laura: languageartsteachers.com Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2295false84full    TnT 83 The founders of Prac-E tell us how new teachers can survive in difficult schoolshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-83-the-founders-of-prac-e-tell-us-how-new-teachers-can-survive-in-difficult-schools--54049141
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    ]]>    4cf5f5677efe4f1995cf0ea6641f27a7Mon, 21 Oct 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers come out of their practicum excited and ready to dive head-first into teaching. But they often run into the problem of trying to decide which schools to teach at, being a positive force for students with difficult home lives, and a long...
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    ]]>    2953false83full    TnT 82 What teachers can do to foster LGBTQ inclusivity in the classroomhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-82-what-teachers-can-do-to-foster-lgbtq-inclusivity-in-the-classroom--54049118Twitter Links mentioned in this episode:     Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2354false82full    TnT 81 How to support LGBTQ educators and students in our schoolshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-81-how-to-support-lgbtq-educators-and-students-in-our-schools--54049090Twitter Links mentioned in this episode:   Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    54b1b8148eb4474d809e28fef2463312Mon, 07 Oct 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEven though it's 2019 and it seems like there would be more acceptance and inclusion of the LGBTQ people, there is still a lot of work to do. And while I personally support those in the community, I wanted to know more about how I can do a better job...Twitter Links mentioned in this episode:   Sign up for the New Educator Conference in either San Diego or Santa Clara, CA! at CTAGO.ORG Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2231false81full    TnT 80 Teachers drowning in student loan debt can save so much money by doing thishttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-80-teachers-drowning-in-student-loan-debt-can-save-so-much-money-by-doing-this--54049091
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    ]]>    1440c0a7342c441ab93bbe01475bfdf6Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreStudent loan debt is no joke, and it creates so much anxiety for just about everyone, ESPECIALLY newer teachers. Programs like Teacher Loan Forgiveness promise to help with this burden, but it barely helps to bring down the tens of thousands of...
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    ]]>    2316false80full    TnT 79 The best and least expensive way to pay off your student loanshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-79-the-best-and-least-expensive-way-to-pay-off-your-student-loans--54049122
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    ]]>    2021false79full    TnT 78 What you need to understand about why teens to act the way they do in your classeshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-78-what-you-need-to-understand-about-why-teens-to-act-the-way-they-do-in-your-classes--54049130
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    ]]>    2376false78full    TnT 77 How to plan so you're teaching everything you're supposed tohttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-77-how-to-plan-so-you-re-teaching-everything-you-re-supposed-to--54049129You can help make this podcast better! Please click the button below to complete this survey so that I can discuss the topics that matter to you most! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    0380e8b2dbf64c1fa5570b33e1b5d4b4Mon, 09 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreFor many new teachers, lesson planning ALONE is a huge source of stress and anxiety. Not only is there a billion other things to do as a teacher, but there's the tiny detail of knowing how and what to plan. Yes, you definitely learned about it and...You can help make this podcast better! Please click the button below to complete this survey so that I can discuss the topics that matter to you most! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1462false77full    TnT 76 How to upgrade your group work strategyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-76-how-to-upgrade-your-group-work-strategy--54049128Please CLICK HERE to complete this survey so that I can discuss the topics that matter to you most! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    614e8dad0caf456bbdc9308666ca5db0Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreMany teachers have students work in groups on assignments, but there are also quite a few that limit it. They don’t like the potential for chaos and bad behaviors, so for the most part, they avoid it. However, it’s impossible to keep students on-task...Please CLICK HERE to complete this survey so that I can discuss the topics that matter to you most! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1685false76full    TnT 75 Why building strong parent teacher relationships is non-negotiablehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-75-why-building-strong-parent-teacher-relationships-is-non-negotiable--54049123 Sign up for Tailor-Ed and receive 3 months FREE! Just use the code TEACHERSNEEDTEACHERS Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1696false75full    TnT 74 Conquering classroom management right from the starthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-74-conquering-classroom-management-right-from-the-start--54049102 Sign up for Tailor-Ed and receive 3 months FREE! Just use the code TEACHERSNEEDTEACHERS Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    72d66be6f0a144129637c12f315630ecMon, 19 Aug 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreHaving a solid classroom management plan is ESSENTIAL for a successful year. No amount of curriculum planning will be effective if you have multiple students disrupting the learning. So now that you have a plan, how do you implement it? What are the... Sign up for Tailor-Ed and receive 3 months FREE! Just use the code TEACHERSNEEDTEACHERS Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Want to ask a question and be featured on the podcast? Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by asking a question! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1350false74full    TnT 73 How to craft an effective classroom management planhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-73-how-to-craft-an-effective-classroom-management-plan--54049104 Sign up for Tailor-Ed and receive 3 months FREE! Just use the code TEACHERSNEEDTEACHERS Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1403false73full    TnT 72 The many advantages of being a second-career teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-72-the-many-advantages-of-being-a-second-career-teacher--54049146 Sign up for Tailor-Ed and receive 3 months FREE! Just use the code TEACHERSNEEDTEACHERS Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1576false72full    TnT 71 Gretchen Bridgers' top back-to-school tips for new elementary teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-71-gretchen-bridgers-top-back-to-school-tips-for-new-elementary-teachers--54049150alwaysalesson.com   Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    f3fbb644987a49d7adc05132d2719684Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's the back-to-school season as evidenced by all of the supplies laid out in Target! While this is a sad end to the summer, many new teachers are still interviewing for their first job or eagerly getting ready for their very first classroom. There's...alwaysalesson.com   Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me
    • ...]]>2733false71fullTnT 70 Actionable strategies for becoming a more engaging teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-70-actionable-strategies-for-becoming-a-more-engaging-teacher--54049112
    • Have a developmentally appropriate teacher presence
    • The teacher does less talking and the students do more
    • Develop strong relationships with your students
    • Learn how to respond to them without shutting them down
    • Read the room
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    ]]>0308e23e84fa4aee93a48bc88047715bMon, 22 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEvery teacher understands the need for students to be engaged, but what if they constantly find themselves staring back at blank stares? How can a teacher deliver a lesson so that their students aren't falling asleep or spacing out? In addition to...
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    ]]>    1256false70full    TnT 69 5 strategies for creating an engaging lessonhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-69-5-strategies-for-creating-an-engaging-lesson--54049110
  • Give them an essential question/challenge
  • Give student choice
  • Connect the work to student interests
  • Give them real-world scenarios - Make them demonstrate their learning rather than just completing a worksheet
  • Showcase student work
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    ]]>    bd75b16fa502478ca6c11f62fd71089eMon, 15 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAll teachers know that student engagement is essential for successfully teaching a lesson. Why? Because students don't necessarily want to learn and participate in school, and as a result, miss out on mastering important skills. When students are...
  • Give them an essential question/challenge
  • Give student choice
  • Connect the work to student interests
  • Give them real-world scenarios - Make them demonstrate their learning rather than just completing a worksheet
  • Showcase student work
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    ]]>    1431false69full    TnT 68 Insider tips on how to get your DonorsChoose.org project fundedhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-68-insider-tips-on-how-to-get-your-donorschoose-org-project-funded--54049156
  • If this is your first project
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    ]]>    d662edd4028e459988e2b697e8bb7c8aMon, 08 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIf you scroll through social media, you'll see a lot of teachers posting the amazing things they're doing in their classrooms. This includes lessons, bulletin boards, materials, organization...if a teacher does, you'll see it there! But what if you...
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    ]]>    2962false68full    TnT 67 The ONLY advice you need to write a killer resumehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-67-the-only-advice-you-need-to-write-a-killer-resume--54049144Click here for the Weeknight Resume Builder   Where you can find Lauren: Click here for Lauren's article on follow-up emails after an interview   Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    ced3482eb1cf40cc9345538232df67a7Mon, 01 Jul 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers around the world are gearing up to find their first new job OR find a better one. Part of that job hunt is the dreadful but necessary part of writing a resume. But what if you don't have much experience to list on your resume? Should it...Click here for the Weeknight Resume Builder   Where you can find Lauren: Click here for Lauren's article on follow-up emails after an interview   Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3838false67full    TnT 66 Jennifer Gonzalez clears up what purposeful tech integration REALLY looks likehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-66-jennifer-gonzalez-clears-up-what-purposeful-tech-integration-really-looks-like--54049116JOIN JUMPSTART PLUS!   Where to find Jennifer: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me Click here for a transcript of this episode


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    ]]>    2179false66full    TnT 65 The importance of developing a healthy lifestyle when you're a busy and overwhelmed teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-65-the-importance-of-developing-a-healthy-lifestyle-when-you-re-a-busy-and-overwhelmed-teacher--54049147Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Pretty much everybody has good intentions to implement healthy habits after January 1, but for teachers, the BEST time to do this is when school is out for the summer! We have more time to think about it, more time to plan, and more time to gently adopt a new lifestyle without the pressures of planning, teaching, and grading. But how do we do this so that it sticks and we don't throw it away with the stress of the new year? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to develop healthy habits in a slow and sustainable way that isn't judgemental or strict. If you've ever wanted to be a healthy eater and someone who exercises regularly, then this episode is for you! Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Where you can find Sheri: Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me A transcript of this episode can be found at https://teachersneedteachers.com/65


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    ]]>    6d1fc99f50c74755a05e2ca487541e1bMon, 17 Jun 2019 14:43:59 +0000Kim LepreLove this show? https://www.patreon.com/teachersneedteachers Pretty much everybody has good intentions to implement healthy habits after January 1, but for teachers, the BEST time to do this is when school is out for the summer! We have more time to...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Pretty much everybody has good intentions to implement healthy habits after January 1, but for teachers, the BEST time to do this is when school is out for the summer! We have more time to think about it, more time to plan, and more time to gently adopt a new lifestyle without the pressures of planning, teaching, and grading. But how do we do this so that it sticks and we don't throw it away with the stress of the new year? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to develop healthy habits in a slow and sustainable way that isn't judgemental or strict. If you've ever wanted to be a healthy eater and someone who exercises regularly, then this episode is for you! Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Where you can find Sheri: Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me A transcript of this episode can be found at https://teachersneedteachers.com/65


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    ]]>    2893false65full    TnT 64 How to fit in exercise when you're a busy and overwhelmed teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-64-how-to-fit-in-exercise-when-you-re-a-busy-and-overwhelmed-teacher--54049126Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Finding time to exercise when you've got a 9-5 job can be tough. The thing is, teachers don't just work 9-5, they often take work home, which means that there's even less time to exercise. How can we fit this in when we're exhausted at the end of the day, don't really like to exercise in the first place, or are burnt out from trying? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to find movement that you enjoy sneaking in some exercise, as well as how to craft your own program if you can't stand those pre-made ones. Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Things to look for in a new gym:
    1. Is it an all-inclusive gym? Or is it boutique like martial arts studios, group/personal training
    2. Are there kids around? Is there childcare or classes for kids
    3. Staff - ask for credentials - American Council on Exercise - best overall health/wellness focus, with an emphasis on client progression and overcoming some health issues - American College of Sports Medicine - perfect for clients needing help overcoming complicated health issues - National Strength and Conditioning Association - ideal for clients wanting to compete at a high level athletically
    4. Cleanliness - restrooms
    5. Don’t worry about repair sign, only if it hasn’t been fixed in a while
    5 Principles of strength training
    • Adaptation: your body will adapt to the same exercise after time
    • Overload: to keep building muscle, overload beyond what you've been doing
    • Safety - if you increase more than 10-15% more, you can get injured
    • Specificity - don’t do crunches to reduce abs, think of overall calorie burning
    • Rebuilding - microscopic tears in the fibers, 48-72 hours to rebuild. Don’t do the same muscle every day
    Where you can find Sheri: Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    989d3fb47264449d8d2edda27a449dafMon, 10 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreLove this show? https://www.patreon.com/teachersneedteachers Finding time to exercise when you've got a 9-5 job can be tough. The thing is, teachers don't just work 9-5, they often take work home, which means that there's even less time to exercise....Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Finding time to exercise when you've got a 9-5 job can be tough. The thing is, teachers don't just work 9-5, they often take work home, which means that there's even less time to exercise. How can we fit this in when we're exhausted at the end of the day, don't really like to exercise in the first place, or are burnt out from trying? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to find movement that you enjoy sneaking in some exercise, as well as how to craft your own program if you can't stand those pre-made ones. Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Things to look for in a new gym:
    1. Is it an all-inclusive gym? Or is it boutique like martial arts studios, group/personal training
    2. Are there kids around? Is there childcare or classes for kids
    3. Staff - ask for credentials - American Council on Exercise - best overall health/wellness focus, with an emphasis on client progression and overcoming some health issues - American College of Sports Medicine - perfect for clients needing help overcoming complicated health issues - National Strength and Conditioning Association - ideal for clients wanting to compete at a high level athletically
    4. Cleanliness - restrooms
    5. Don’t worry about repair sign, only if it hasn’t been fixed in a while
    5 Principles of strength training
    • Adaptation: your body will adapt to the same exercise after time
    • Overload: to keep building muscle, overload beyond what you've been doing
    • Safety - if you increase more than 10-15% more, you can get injured
    • Specificity - don’t do crunches to reduce abs, think of overall calorie burning
    • Rebuilding - microscopic tears in the fibers, 48-72 hours to rebuild. Don’t do the same muscle every day
    Where you can find Sheri: Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com...]]>    3444false64full    TnT 63 Intuitive eating for the busy and overwhelmed teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-63-intuitive-eating-for-the-busy-and-overwhelmed-teacher--54049131Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Teachers often develop poor eating habits from the limited time to eat and the constant barrage of work. Think about how you work while eating, have barely any time to really enjoy your food, eating while supervising, etc. How can we possibly enjoy our food? And for those of us trying to lose weight, how can we do that if we're mindlessly stuffing our faces at school? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to regain control in a practical way that works for teachers. I also dive into my own bad eating habits and Sheri helps me work through those. Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Where you can find Sheri: Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    a2488425e52443afaf92e8712e91bfd5Mon, 03 Jun 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreLove this show? https://www.patreon.com/teachersneedteachers Teachers often develop poor eating habits from the limited time to eat and the constant barrage of work. Think about how you work while eating, have barely any time to really enjoy your...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Teachers often develop poor eating habits from the limited time to eat and the constant barrage of work. Think about how you work while eating, have barely any time to really enjoy your food, eating while supervising, etc. How can we possibly enjoy our food? And for those of us trying to lose weight, how can we do that if we're mindlessly stuffing our faces at school? In this episode, Sheri Traxler and I discuss how to regain control in a practical way that works for teachers. I also dive into my own bad eating habits and Sheri helps me work through those. Click here to get Sheri's FREE guide, How to Overcome the Guilt and Shame of Diets, and Get Fit the Sane Way Where you can find Sheri: Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    4203false63full    TnT 62 How to repair relationships with students that misbehavehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-62-how-to-repair-relationships-with-students-that-misbehave--54049173Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3a052944dd1740a5a679c1f6b7007f5bMon, 27 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt’s hard to get past someone who annoys you - whether it’s a child or adult. And we tend to place blame on circumstances beyond our control, such as parent involvement or accountability, lack of consequences from the administration, the apathy of the...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1465false62full    TnT 61 Is teaching right for me?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-61-is-teaching-right-for-me--54049111Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! How do you know if teaching is really for you? This question is on the minds of new teachers year round, but especially at the end of the year. Sometimes student teaching or that first year will be that crucial time when you start feeling like something isn’t right, or maybe it’s just a little further down like 6 or 7 years. In any case, let’s be introspective and be honest about the answers to these questions. 
    • Another podcast episode to listen to (with admittedly similar information) is Episode 20 where I ask questions so you can determine if you have the right mindset to survive as a teacher.
    • In Episode 30 I discuss what you can do when your lessons aren’t working. I’d definitely take time to listen and reflect on how you can catch yourself in the midst of a dying lesson before it gets away.
    • Episode 49, which is about how to take feedback so that you don’t shut down when you receive it. I discuss how to process it so that you don’t go into defense mode, but actually take action and improve.
    • I go into depth in Episode 47 about how to get better feedback and help.
    Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    618d14d1041749d1b5f1d3f5beb2ddaeMon, 20 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim Leprehttps://teachersneedteachers.com/eoty How do you know if teaching is really for you? This question is on the minds of new teachers year round, but especially at the end of the year. Sometimes student teaching or that first year will be that crucial...Click here to get your FREE preview lesson of the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! How do you know if teaching is really for you? This question is on the minds of new teachers year round, but especially at the end of the year. Sometimes student teaching or that first year will be that crucial time when you start feeling like something isn’t right, or maybe it’s just a little further down like 6 or 7 years. In any case, let’s be introspective and be honest about the answers to these questions. 
    • Another podcast episode to listen to (with admittedly similar information) is Episode 20 where I ask questions so you can determine if you have the right mindset to survive as a teacher.
    • In Episode 30 I discuss what you can do when your lessons aren’t working. I’d definitely take time to listen and reflect on how you can catch yourself in the midst of a dying lesson before it gets away.
    • Episode 49, which is about how to take feedback so that you don’t shut down when you receive it. I discuss how to process it so that you don’t go into defense mode, but actually take action and improve.
    • I go into depth in Episode 47 about how to get better feedback and help.
    Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1628false61full    TnT 60 You don't have to quit because you're burnt outhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-60-you-don-t-have-to-quit-because-you-re-burnt-out--54049149Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! You may already be feeling burnout at this early point in your career. Luckily, there is no shortage of articles, podcasts, books, or Youtube videos on the topic. And the reason is obvious - teaching is hard, requires long hours with little pay, so burnout is inevitable. With all of the content on teacher burnout comes recommendations on getting past it.  So I wanted to share with you five things that I did this year to still be an effective and seemingly happy teacher while dealing with burnout. Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    663895b50e7849c6a4cda5fa752f7c5cMon, 13 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim Leprehttps://teachersneedteachers.com/eoty You may already be feeling burnout at this early point in your career. Luckily, there is no shortage of articles, podcasts, books, or Youtube videos on the topic. And the reason is obvious - teaching is hard,...Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! You may already be feeling burnout at this early point in your career. Luckily, there is no shortage of articles, podcasts, books, or Youtube videos on the topic. And the reason is obvious - teaching is hard, requires long hours with little pay, so burnout is inevitable. With all of the content on teacher burnout comes recommendations on getting past it.  So I wanted to share with you five things that I did this year to still be an effective and seemingly happy teacher while dealing with burnout. Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1398false60full    TnT 59 Foreign language teaching struggles are relatable to us allhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-59-foreign-language-teaching-struggles-are-relatable-to-us-all--54049155Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Foreign language teachers have a wonderful and life-changing subject area, but it definitely comes with its challenges. Reluctant speakers, struggling readers, and a subject area that is relegated as "just an elective" can make it difficult to feel like one is making an impact. Elena Spathis offers strategies on how to overcome this and turn those students into lifelong language learners. Where you can find Elena: @SrtaSpathis Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    62328ca68e2341dba4008920c79ebda6Mon, 06 May 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim Leprehttps://teachersneedteachers.com/eoty Foreign language teachers have a wonderful and life-changing subject area, but it definitely comes with its challenges. Reluctant speakers, struggling readers, and a subject area that is relegated as "just an...Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Foreign language teachers have a wonderful and life-changing subject area, but it definitely comes with its challenges. Reluctant speakers, struggling readers, and a subject area that is relegated as "just an elective" can make it difficult to feel like one is making an impact. Elena Spathis offers strategies on how to overcome this and turn those students into lifelong language learners. Where you can find Elena: @SrtaSpathis Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3085false59full    TnT 58 It's time to start planning for the end of the yearhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-58-it-s-time-to-start-planning-for-the-end-of-the-year--54049174Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Many new teachers are just trying to make it to the end of the year in one piece so that they can finally welcome summer break. But before we can hit happy hour and celebrate, we need to plan it out. Here are the four areas you need to start taking action on now so that you can have a stellar end of the school year. Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    7b0a3c0aeb6a48939fb2f67a227c3c12Mon, 29 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim Leprehttps://teachersneedteachers.com/eoty Many new teachers are just trying to make it to the end of the year in one piece so that they can finally welcome summer break. But before we can hit happy hour and celebrate, we need to plan it out. Here are the...Click here to sign up for the End-of-the-year Sanity Saver! Many new teachers are just trying to make it to the end of the year in one piece so that they can finally welcome summer break. But before we can hit happy hour and celebrate, we need to plan it out. Here are the four areas you need to start taking action on now so that you can have a stellar end of the school year. Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    1032false58full    TnT 57 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: How to highlight your strengths while answering any interview questionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-57-job-interview-series-how-to-highlight-your-strengths-while-answering-any-interview-question--54049152HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell us about yourself and what brings you here today.
    2. Why are you a good fit for our organization?
    3. How do you grow professionally?
    4. Talk to us about a time in which you learned from an experience via a mistake.
    5. What do you do in your free time?
    Where you can find Ross Cooper: If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    fa35eabc9c1a4f2c9ac176f2867f426bThu, 25 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreDuring an interview, it's important to find a way to showcase our strengths. But how can we do it without necessarily bragging, and how can we do it in the context of the questions? Similarly, if you're asked about a negative experience in your...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell us about yourself and what brings you here today.
    2. Why are you a good fit for our organization?
    3. How do you grow professionally?
    4. Talk to us about a time in which you learned from an experience via a mistake.
    5. What do you do in your free time?
    Where you can find Ross Cooper: If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    2139false57full    TnT 56 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: How to answer authentically while still impressing in job interviewshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-56-job-interview-series-how-to-answer-authentically-while-still-impressing-in-job-interviews--54049175HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me your story, how did you end up here today wanting to be a teacher here at Winget Park?
    2. What’s the best lesson you ever taught, and tell me why it was the best lesson?
    3. It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing to build relationships with your students.
    4. It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing with your students’ families.
    5. How do you help yourself grow as a learner? What are some things you like to do to support your own professional growth outside the required professional development?
    Where you can find Rick Mohrien: Rick’s Twitter: @Mohrien Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    30edbd35e27d461692d67ae54323eebdMon, 22 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers looking for that first teaching job are often worried about their lack of experience when doing their first round of interviews. How can they talk about their experiences when they've only finished student teaching? Should they be upfront...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me your story, how did you end up here today wanting to be a teacher here at Winget Park?
    2. What’s the best lesson you ever taught, and tell me why it was the best lesson?
    3. It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing to build relationships with your students.
    4. It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing with your students’ families.
    5. How do you help yourself grow as a learner? What are some things you like to do to support your own professional growth outside the required professional development?
    Where you can find Rick Mohrien: Rick’s Twitter: @Mohrien Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    2512false56full    TnT 55 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: What to say in an interview when you don't know the answer to a questionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-55-job-interview-series-what-to-say-in-an-interview-when-you-don-t-know-the-answer-to-a-question--54049154HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. What do you know about our school?
    2. What’s more important to education in the success of our students - tradition or innovation? Defend your answer.
    3. What perspectives outside of a Euro-centric curriculum can you bring to our classrooms?
    4. Can you give me specific examples in an ELA classroom of literature you would bring in from a non-Euro perspective?
    5. What specific supports are you going to need to be successful in our building?
    6. What are your expectations of a team/PLC, and how do you uphold your expectations of your team/PLC?
    Where you can find Rob Fulk: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    942ad4cd768d4040a0af160b72542e0dThu, 18 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreSo you've sent in your resume, and finally got a call for an interview. AWESOME! You put on your most professional-looking outfit, walk in tall, shake hands firmly, and finally sit down for those questions. But what if you don't know the answer to a...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. What do you know about our school?
    2. What’s more important to education in the success of our students - tradition or innovation? Defend your answer.
    3. What perspectives outside of a Euro-centric curriculum can you bring to our classrooms?
    4. Can you give me specific examples in an ELA classroom of literature you would bring in from a non-Euro perspective?
    5. What specific supports are you going to need to be successful in our building?
    6. What are your expectations of a team/PLC, and how do you uphold your expectations of your team/PLC?
    Where you can find Rob Fulk: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    1783false55full    TnT 54 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: Your resume and education aren't the most important factors when landing a teaching positionhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-54-job-interview-series-your-resume-and-education-aren-t-the-most-important-factors-when-landing-a-teaching-position--54049159HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me about a difficult circumstance that you handled, what action did you take, and what were the results?
    2. What is the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher?
    3. A student in your class consistently causes disruptions. Explain the steps you take to help the child and maintain your positive classroom environment.
    4. Do you believe that placing a zero in the grade book teaches responsibility?
    5. Describe your understanding of what a standards-based learning environment looks like.
    Where you can find Scott Schwartz: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    b74c37deac864c9b8d862795366b077aMon, 15 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreTeachers often spend quite a bit of time polishing and perfecting their resumes, but is that what really gets them a job? What if a teacher has limited experience - do they still have a shot when they're up against more seasoned veterans? Resumes are...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me about a difficult circumstance that you handled, what action did you take, and what were the results?
    2. What is the difference between a good teacher and a great teacher?
    3. A student in your class consistently causes disruptions. Explain the steps you take to help the child and maintain your positive classroom environment.
    4. Do you believe that placing a zero in the grade book teaches responsibility?
    5. Describe your understanding of what a standards-based learning environment looks like.
    Where you can find Scott Schwartz: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    2725false54full    TnT 53 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: Don't forget to do your research before an interview!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-53-job-interview-series-don-t-forget-to-do-your-research-before-an-interview--54049113HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me about you and your teaching experience with your cooperating teacher.
    2. Tell me about how you empower students to become involved in their learning process in the classroom.
    3. As a teacher, how do you build relationships equitably with all the students in your environment so that they’re able to demonstrate mastery and reach their maximum potential?
    4. What is a typical day in your literacy classroom look like?
    5. Tell me what you do in terms of your students that are unmotivated. What does that look like?
    6. How do you ensure parental involvement in their learning process in your classroom?
    7. What ways are you a collaborative working colleague?
    Where you can find Asia Cunningham: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    65e5d2f6da41426084e80693b0c8e0c6Thu, 11 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen teachers prepare to apply for jobs, they polish their resume, many create a portfolio of curriculum and experiences, and most scour the internet for interview questions (which you no longer have to do because of this series!). But do you research...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. Tell me about you and your teaching experience with your cooperating teacher.
    2. Tell me about how you empower students to become involved in their learning process in the classroom.
    3. As a teacher, how do you build relationships equitably with all the students in your environment so that they’re able to demonstrate mastery and reach their maximum potential?
    4. What is a typical day in your literacy classroom look like?
    5. Tell me what you do in terms of your students that are unmotivated. What does that look like?
    6. How do you ensure parental involvement in their learning process in your classroom?
    7. What ways are you a collaborative working colleague?
    Where you can find Asia Cunningham: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    2180false53full    TnT 52 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: What you should say about classroom management in an interviewhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-52-job-interview-series-what-you-should-say-about-classroom-management-in-an-interview--54049160HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. 20 years from now, how would you like your current students to remember you as a teacher?
    2. I want you to reflect on a situation where you were given criticism for an instructional or behavioral approach in your classroom. How did you handle that criticism and how did you use that criticism to improve your practice?
    3. If students had to pay admission to come to your classroom, what lesson have you found to be very engaging that makes them want to be there?
    4. Teaching can be stressful and it’s important to have a good sense of humor. Tell us a joke or a personal story that highlights your sense of humor
    5. Teachers are very passionate, so there’s going to be conflict at times especially when you’re collaborating with a grade level. If you and your grade-level team had some conflict, what steps would you take to overcome it?
    Where you can find James Moffett: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    f8da3d0c92854f26b506989c2af1a499Mon, 08 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhile you're in an interview, a principal is trying to get a sense or whether or not you'd be a good fit for their school. They'll want to know if your personality and teaching style would complement the culture of the school. This involves your...HERE for a copy of all of the interview questions from this series!
    1. 20 years from now, how would you like your current students to remember you as a teacher?
    2. I want you to reflect on a situation where you were given criticism for an instructional or behavioral approach in your classroom. How did you handle that criticism and how did you use that criticism to improve your practice?
    3. If students had to pay admission to come to your classroom, what lesson have you found to be very engaging that makes them want to be there?
    4. Teaching can be stressful and it’s important to have a good sense of humor. Tell us a joke or a personal story that highlights your sense of humor
    5. Teachers are very passionate, so there’s going to be conflict at times especially when you’re collaborating with a grade level. If you and your grade-level team had some conflict, what steps would you take to overcome it?
    Where you can find James Moffett: Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    2733false52full    TnT 51 Here's how you can own your first home as a new teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-51-here-s-how-you-can-own-your-first-home-as-a-new-teacher--54049185Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER!   How to contact Wes: (858)888-5270, wes.shaw@movement.com Wes Shaw NMLS # 272036 / CA-DBO272036 | Movement Mortgage, LLC supports Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS ID# 39179 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) | Movement Mortgage, LLC is licensed by "CA Department of Business Oversight under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act"# 4131054. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits. “Movement Mortgage” is a registered trademark of the Movement Mortgage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. 8024 Calvin Hall Rd, Indian Land, SC 29707. How to contact Tonya: (619)302-9891, tonyaspivey@gmail.com Keller Williams SD Metro CALBRE#02059804 Broker CalBRE #01295699 The four programs we discuss:
    • School program
    • My Home
    • Zero Interest Program (ZIP)
    • Golden State Funding Authority for Veterans
    Be sure to visit downpaymentresource.com to find out what programs are available for your address Some vocabulary in our discussion: conventional financing - A conventional loan is a mortgage that is not guaranteed or insured by any government agency, including the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), the Farmers Home Administration (FmHA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It is typically fixed in its terms and rate. FICO score - A FICO Score is one of many types of credit scores, which are three-digit numbers that summarize your credit history, management and behavior. Your FICO Score is the credit score generated by Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO), a leading financial analytics company. FICO Scores range from 300 to 850. simple interest - interest that is paid on the principal amount borrowed. It is considered the best type of interest for a borrower because it is not compounded. lien on title - A lien is a legal claim or a right against property. Liens provide security, allowing a person or organization to take property or take other legal action to satisfy debts and obligations. Liens are often part of the public record, informing potential creditors and others about existing debts. lien in secondary position - Second lien debt refers to loans that are reimbursed only after loan balances on senior debts (lien on title) are repaid in full following a default. Due to the subordinated claim on assets, if a borrower defaults on a secured loan, the senior lien holder may receive 100% on the loan balance from the sale of the underlying collateral, while the second lien holder receives only a fraction of the loan amount on the subordinated debt. deferred payments - A deferred payment option is an option that operationally defers payment on the loan until a later date. closing costs - Expenses required for a real estate purchase or refinance. Closing costs are also called settlement costs and can include lender charges, title insurance, escrow fees, real estate commissions, recording fees, transfer taxes and others. escrow fees - Escrow is when an impartial third party holds on to funds and distributes them accordingly to process a transaction. The funds, also known as earnest money, is typically held in an escrow account by an escrow officer or attorney. Escrow costs cover the final closing paperwork and handle the exchange of funds and recording of deeds. Escrow may also refer to an account held by a mortgage lender into which the homebuyer pays money each month for property tax and insurance payments. The lender then pays these items on the borrower’s behalf as they come due.  title fees - Title service fees are part of the closing costs you pay when getting a mortgage. When you purchase a home, you receive a document most often called a deed, which shows the seller transferred their legal ownership, or “title,” to the home to you. Title service fees are costs associated with issuing a title insurance policy for the lender. default - Failing to repay a debt as agreed.  home appreciation - Appreciation is the increase in a home's value over time.  loan officer - A loan officer is a representative of a bank, credit union, or other financial institution who finds and assists borrowers in acquiring loans. Loan officers can work with a wide variety of lending products for both consumers and businesses.  Sources: Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me    


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    ]]>    ea54f8d18a66481d86de8eaf00e9621eMon, 01 Apr 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen we’re starting out with our teaching careers, we’re overwhelmed with all of the details that go into being a teacher that we often neglect to take care of ourselves. I’m sure you’ve seen so many posts, websites, programs, and even CONFERENCES...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER!   How to contact Wes: (858)888-5270, wes.shaw@movement.com Wes Shaw NMLS # 272036 / CA-DBO272036 | Movement Mortgage, LLC supports Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS ID# 39179 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org) | Movement Mortgage, LLC is licensed by "CA Department of Business Oversight under the California Residential Mortgage Lending Act"# 4131054. Interest rates and products are subject to change without notice and may or may not be available at the time of loan commitment or lock-in. Borrowers must qualify at closing for all benefits. “Movement Mortgage” is a registered trademark of the Movement Mortgage, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company. 8024 Calvin Hall Rd, Indian Land, SC 29707. How to contact Tonya: (619)302-9891, tonyaspivey@gmail.com Keller Williams SD Metro CALBRE#02059804 Broker CalBRE #01295699 The four programs we discuss:
    • School program
    • My Home
    • Zero Interest Program (ZIP)
    • Golden State Funding Authority for Veterans
    Be sure to visit downpaymentresource.com to find out what programs are available for your address Some vocabulary in our discussion: conventional financing - A conventional loan is a mortgage that is not guaranteed or insured by any government agency, including the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), the Farmers Home Administration (FmHA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). It is typically fixed in its terms and rate. FICO score - A FICO Score is one of many types of credit scores, which are three-digit numbers that summarize your credit history, management and behavior. Your FICO Score is the credit score generated by Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO), a leading financial analytics company. FICO Scores range from 300 to 850. simple interest - interest that is paid on the principal amount borrowed. It is considered the best type of interest for a borrower because it is not compounded. lien on title - A lien is a legal claim or a right against property. Liens provide security, allowing a person or organization to take property or take other legal action to satisfy debts and obligations. Liens are often...]]>    2987false51full    TnT 50 Five steps for giving impactful feedbackhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-50-five-steps-for-giving-impactful-feedback--54049133 TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 49 Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    2165c1caa5494af8a0ea627f465c95b7Mon, 25 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEffective feedback is KEY to moving students forward, but how what does it actually mean to give good feedback? What does it look like? How can you tell if it's working? Simply correcting students won't lead to improved student outcomes, so here are... TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 49 Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    1350false50full    TnT 49 Why you might be wasting that valuable feedbackhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-49-why-you-might-be-wasting-that-valuable-feedback--54049183 TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    6567636f3a95416aa1a691044e983af5Mon, 18 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreTeachers receive a LOT of feedback, and as a new teacher, how you deal with it will determine how successful you’ll be. But what is it about receiving constructive feedback that makes us shut down or ignore it? How do we take something that, from the... TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    1196false49full    TnT 48 Student feedback can completely change your teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-48-student-feedback-can-completely-change-your-teaching--54049124 here. If you missed the other parts of the series: TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 49: Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    4c13af0c947e4012a86379e6fc15e4ccMon, 11 Mar 2019 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreYou can almost consider students as your “customers” in that they’re the ones that have to sit through your lesson, participate in your activities, and prove whether or not they learned anything. While you don't have to entertain them, I’ve mentioned... here. If you missed the other parts of the series: TnT 47: How to get truly helpful feedback to inform your teaching TnT 49: Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback If you have a moment this week, please complete this Google Form. This will help me know if it’s worth the time to create it, as well as what you think I should include. If you complete the form and leave your email, then if I create it, you’ll be invited to beta test it and make it better! Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    1179false48full    TnT 47 How to get truly helpful feedback to improve your teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-47-how-to-get-truly-helpful-feedback-to-improve-your-teaching--54049153 TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 49: Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    c9a0ec2c592444fa90e6f10e0118190eMon, 04 Mar 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAs teachers, we constantly give feedback to our students. We usually do it verbally or written, and the intent is to help students improve and grow. However, when it comes to receiving feedback, it’s a different monster.  How did we progress to a... TnT 48: Student feedback can completely change your teaching TnT 49: Why you might be wasting that valuable feedback TnT 50: Five steps for giving impactful feedback Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  


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    ]]>    893false47full    TnT 46 Why your students won't do your assignmenthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-46-why-your-students-won-t-do-your-assignment--54049189Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    c205d8fb592740fd980be803f205733fMon, 25 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEvery teacher has had that one student that refuses to do their work. No matter what you do, you just can't get them to do anything. This problem only gets worse when you decide to write them off. The thing is, these students typically have a very...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1391false46full    TnT 45 How to get your students to participate in classhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-45-how-to-get-your-students-to-participate-in-class--54049134Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    ee64bd4828b141bf81eab3a5aee4bafcMon, 18 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreFacing a room of blank stares and unwilling participants is a teacher's nightmare. For some teachers, it happens every year, while for others it might be just one year or one period of students. Either way, it can be really deflating as a teacher when...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1051false45full    TnT 44 10 reasons to stop hiding out in your classroomhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-44-10-reasons-to-stop-hiding-out-in-your-classroom--54049145Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    ce1274a55b3a45359ecc9a80f758b0c8Mon, 11 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's an understatement to say that there just isn't enough time in the day for teachers to get everything done. There are emails to answer, assignments to grade, lessons to plan, and so much more. Naturally, many teachers use their breaks or lunchtime...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1315false44full    TnT 43 How to get support when you have social anxietyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-43-how-to-get-support-when-you-have-social-anxiety--54049191Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    f8cec182c5804f929a5f95cbd979576fMon, 04 Feb 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers are repeatedly told to seek out help from their colleagues, but what if it's really uncomfortable for them? What if they suffer from social anxiety and have a hard time talking to anyone at their school? How can they get the support they...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1641false43full    TnT 42 How can you tell if your students are actually learning?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-42-how-can-you-tell-if-your-students-are-actually-learning--54049161Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    9f504f7e08d442848711daee16bbd869Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWe often find ourselves slaving over creating lessons, only to feel deflated when it seems like our students didn't understand the lesson at all. What's going on? Is it the lesson? Is it us? Is it the students? How can you tell? Here are three aspects...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1211false42full    TnT 41 Using TpT, unannounced observations, and sub planshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-41-using-tpt-unannounced-observations-and-sub-plans--54049163
  • I feel bad for using Teachers Pay Teachers. Is this a disservice to my students?
  • How do others deal with unannounced observations?
  • What are your go-to sub plans?
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    ]]>    78df1d4e9887470ca21a3834b94ae49cMon, 21 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreHere are some questions I frequently see in teacher Facebook groups and on Twitter: - I feel bad for using Teachers Pay Teachers. Is this a disservice to my students? - How do others deal with unannounced observations? - What are your go-to sub...
  • I feel bad for using Teachers Pay Teachers. Is this a disservice to my students?
  • How do others deal with unannounced observations?
  • What are your go-to sub plans?
    • Love this show? Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1647false41full    TnT 40 Teaching is hard, but you're not alone!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tnt-40-teaching-is-hard-but-you-re-not-alone--54049162Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    f616cd1f7a224c23a8ea9b62d4ee1c58Mon, 14 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen teachers are just starting out, they often feel like they can't do anything right. Many well-laid plans go awry, they struggle with classroom management, and there's always more to do than there are hours in the day. To make things worse, they...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Don't forget to leave a voicemail! Let your voice be heard! Click here how to find out how you can be a part of the podcast by telling us your favorite parts of teaching! Listeners who leave a voicemail will be eligible to receive a FREE Teachers Need Teachers sticker! Click HERE to find out more! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1739false40full    Ep 39: Six aspects of teaching that always need improvementhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-39-six-aspects-of-teaching-that-always-need-improvement--54049195 Episode 38 to learn how to break it down into manageable steps. Six areas of improvement
    1. Classroom management
    2. Lesson planning
    3. Lesson delivery
    4. Assessment
    5. Grading
    6. Parents and colleagues
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1296a5cba00e47999919540343895c38Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers often feel stressed out and depressed their first few years. Aside from struggling with so many aspects of the job and worrying about job security and pay, they often feel like they're doing a horrible job. Teaching is definitely tough... Episode 38 to learn how to break it down into manageable steps. Six areas of improvement
    1. Classroom management
    2. Lesson planning
    3. Lesson delivery
    4. Assessment
    5. Grading
    6. Parents and colleagues
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2969false39full    Ep 38: Make one small change for a huge impacthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-38-make-one-small-change-for-a-huge-impact--5404916640-hour Teacher Workweek Club! Click HERE to learn more, and when you sign up, please mention Kim Lepre or kim@teachersneedteachers.com. Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  
    • Identify ONE thing that you want to work on, and be specific. Don’t just say “classroom management.” Determine which students are the instigators and decide how you’re going to fix those relationships.
    • Now set realistic goals to fix that one thing. Don’t try to fix everything because then it won’t stick. You have all of your teaching career to try to fix everything, so pick one thing at a time
    • Next, picture your classroom, your students, and you. Picture what it would be like if that one change was successful. Be a fly on the wall and imagine the activities you would do, how the students would behave and work, how you would deliver the lesson and assess students, etc.
    • Now, write it down somewhere - on paper, in a Note on your phone, in a Google Doc. Just write it down and set your intention.
    • Next, write down what it will take to achieve that, and be really, really honest with yourself. You might have to rebuild relationships with some students. You might have to change some aspect of your teaching or planning. You might have to ask for someone to observe you and give you feedback. You might have to go on Teachers Pay Teachers and find a lesson or activity that will help you.
    • Your next step is to figure out when you’re going to start this. When is your deadline for starting this?
    • How will you track and assess your progress? Will your create some sort of graph, chart, or graphic organizer? Will your journal your progress? Make it concrete so that when you take a few steps back (which will inevitably happen in the process), you can look at the situation objectively and know what to fix.
    • How will you reward yourself along the way for hitting certain benchmarks? This part is REALLY important to keeping you motivated! Don’t just think that success is its own reward, you need something tangible so that you can push through when things get tough. It could be an extra night of Netflix, a piece of chocolate, a glass of wine...whatever makes you happy. But have a planned reward system so that you don’t give up and revert to bad habits.
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    ]]>    976382182970480fb325eec6686b4877Mon, 31 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreSecond semester or the time after Winter Break is a great time to make adjustments in your teaching. You know your students and have some systems in place, so why not pick something small but significant to change and improve? These small changes add...40-hour Teacher Workweek Club! Click HERE to learn more, and when you sign up, please mention Kim Lepre or kim@teachersneedteachers.com. Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me  
    • Identify ONE thing that you want to work on, and be specific. Don’t just say “classroom management.” Determine which students are the instigators and decide how you’re going to fix those relationships.
    • Now set realistic goals to fix that one thing. Don’t try to fix everything because then it won’t stick. You have all of your teaching career to try to fix everything, so pick one thing at a time
    • Next, picture your classroom, your students, and you. Picture what it would be like if that one change was successful. Be a fly on the wall and imagine the activities you would do, how the students would behave and work, how you would deliver the lesson and assess students, etc.
    • Now, write it down somewhere - on paper, in a Note on your phone, in a Google Doc. Just write it down and set your intention.
    • Next, write down what it will take to achieve that, and be really, really honest with yourself. You might have to rebuild relationships with some students. You might have to change some aspect of your teaching or planning. You might have to ask for someone to observe you and give you feedback. You might have to go on Teachers Pay Teachers and find a lesson or activity that will help you.
    • Your next step is to figure out when you’re going to start this. When is your deadline for starting this?
    • How will you track and assess your progress? Will your create some sort of graph, chart, or graphic organizer? Will your journal your progress? Make it concrete so that when you take a few steps back (which will inevitably happen in the process), you can look at the situation objectively and know what to fix.
    • How will you reward yourself along the way for hitting certain benchmarks? This part is REALLY important to keeping you motivated! Don’t just think that success is its own reward, you need something tangible so that...]]>1583false38fullEp 37: All about student teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-37-all-about-student-teaching--54049119
    • Have a clearly thought-out Day One. That first day is REALLY important. You truly only get one chance to make a good first impression.
    • Learn every student’s name by the end of week one, and use their name every time you see them. You aren’t teaching a class, you’re teaching individuals.
    • Work on creating a good rapport with your students as fast as possible without trying to be their friend.
    • Focus on building relationships
    • Be prepared for all of the questions students will ask you - appropriate or not. They’re genuinely curious, and if you’re young, they see you less as a teacher and more as a family member. That’s ok, just draw the line on what you share.
    • Let them get to know you without revealing too much. Be real.
    GETTING TO KNOW THE STAFF
    • Talk to the teachers you will be around. They have been there. Lean on their expertise.
    • Be involved in the school - meetings, clubs, school events. This will create a deeper connection with the students.
    • Be observant of all teachers, not just your master teacher.
    • Introduce yourself to the office and custodial staff, and befriend them IMMEDIATELY. This is actually a good practice every time you start at a new school, but they will save and support you in more ways you can imagine.
    CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
    • Simplify your classroom expectations, like having only a few rules. Pick some all-encompassing rules that relate to being good human beings rather than “don’t do this” and “don’t do that.” It also makes it easier to enforce.
    • Be willing to use the authority you're given to create a positive learning environment.
    • Learn and use your master teacher’s classroom routines and procedures. Figure out how to incorporate your own way of teaching into them.
    • In terms of classroom management, follow what the master teacher has already established. You don’t want to create a situation where they say, “Well Mr. White lets us do that.” You also want to take their recommendations on discipline to heart, especially if they have a well-run classroom.
    • Classroom management will be the bane of your existence in your first few years of teaching, so try to glean whatever you can. This means record how they handle discipline issues. Ask them for copies of all of their forms. Ask them why they did “that” when they choose a particular consequence. Communicate that you’re not challenging their authority, you just want to know the rationale behind their decisions.
    PLANNING
    • When it comes to planning definitely ask for help or input
    • Try to plan far in advance if possible, but be ready to pivot as necessary. Being flexible will save you a lot of headache and anxiety.
    • If you're a 1:1 school, ALWAYS have paper copies and a plan B if the wifi goes down!!
    • If students are just staring at you with blank looks, have them do a quick think-pair-share and ask them to teach what you just discussed, but in their own words
    • Accept that not all lessons will be successful.
    • Admit when you make a mistake and laugh about it together with the students. Being human goes a long, long way.
    YOUR MASTER TEACHER:
    • Go in with an open mind when working with your master teacher.
    • Even if you don’t agree with what they’re doing, absorb everything because later on in your career you may find that you want to adopt some of their policies and procedures!
    • If you don’t like/get along with your guide teacher try to find some common ground and avoid any confrontation just because they are doing us a huge service by helping us and they can also serve as a reference later on
    • Keep a journal and take notes.
    • Ask for feedback a lot, and when you get the feedback you don’t like, take it as an opportunity to improve
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>8e86e3d4b790411c8a6c123b0658bc07Mon, 24 Dec 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreYou've finally made it to the point where you're ready to student teach! You're filled with excitement, anticipation, and ANXIETY about how to prepare. Yes, your teacher preparation program has prepared you for this moment, but you still can't help...
  • Have a clearly thought-out Day One. That first day is REALLY important. You truly only get one chance to make a good first impression.
  • Learn every student’s name by the end of week one, and use their name every time you see them. You aren’t teaching a class, you’re teaching individuals.
  • Work on creating a good rapport with your students as fast as possible without trying to be their friend.
  • Focus on building relationships
  • Be prepared for all of the questions students will ask you - appropriate or not. They’re genuinely curious, and if you’re young, they see you less as a teacher and more as a family member. That’s ok, just draw the line on what you share.
  • Let them get to know you without revealing too much. Be real.
    • GETTING TO KNOW THE STAFF
    • Talk to the teachers you will be around. They have been there. Lean on their expertise.
    • Be involved in the school - meetings, clubs, school events. This will create a deeper connection with the students.
    • Be observant of all teachers, not just your master teacher.
    • Introduce yourself to the office and custodial staff, and befriend them IMMEDIATELY. This is actually a good practice every time you start at a new school, but they will save and support you in more ways you can imagine.
    CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
    • Simplify your classroom expectations, like having only a few rules. Pick some all-encompassing rules that relate to being good human beings rather than “don’t do this” and “don’t do that.” It also makes it easier to enforce.
    • Be willing to use the authority you're given to create a positive learning environment.
    • Learn and use your master teacher’s classroom routines and procedures. Figure out how to incorporate your own way of teaching into them.
    • In terms of classroom management, follow what the master teacher has already established. You don’t want to create a situation where they say, “Well Mr. White lets us do that.” You also want to take their recommendations on discipline to heart, especially if they have a well-run classroom.
    • Classroom management will be the bane of your existence in your first few years of teaching, so try to glean whatever you can. This means record how they handle discipline issues. Ask them for copies of all of their forms. Ask them why they did “that” when they choose a particular consequence. Communicate that you’re not challenging their authority, you just want to know the rationale behind their decisions.
    PLANNING
    • When it comes to planning definitely ask for help or input
    • Try to plan far in advance if possible, but be ready to pivot as necessary. Being flexible will save you a lot of headache and anxiety.
    • If you're a 1:1 school, ALWAYS have paper copies and a plan B if the wifi goes down!!
    • If students are just staring at you with blank looks, have them do a quick think-pair-share and ask them to teach what you just discussed, but in their own words
    • Accept that not all lessons will be successful.
    • Admit when you make a mistake and laugh about it together with the students. Being human goes a long, long way.
    YOUR MASTER TEACHER: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>0c04bb6670b24969b2885d08c8af0db9Mon, 19 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreDo you have piles of assignments that need grading? Are you feeling overwhelmed by it? You're not alone! All teachers find themselves buried in grading at some point, and it can seem like there's no way out of it. While there's probably no way around...
  • Commit to being organized
  • Stop adding assignments (seriously!)
  • Reconsider how you grade
  • Set aside blocks of time
  • Streamline your feedback
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    ]]>    1442false32full    Ep 31: How to personalize math and make it meaningful to studentshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-31-how-to-personalize-math-and-make-it-meaningful-to-students--54049196
  • His website, BlendedLearningMath
  • On Twitter: @Blended_Math
  • His podcast, Instant Relevance
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    ]]>    c2b2aebb6e9746f884159516e2930ee6Mon, 12 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreMath teachers are tasked with teaching students concepts that they'll use for life while also getting past students' fixed mindset of, "I hate math, and I suck at it." How can teachers keep students motivated and engaged in a Common Core world? Ray...
  • His website, BlendedLearningMath
  • On Twitter: @Blended_Math
  • His podcast, Instant Relevance
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2930false31full    Ep 30: When your lessons just aren't workinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-30-when-your-lessons-just-aren-t-working--54049167
  • Don't blame the students
  • Take responsibility
  • Reevaluate
  • Use something that has worked before
  • Ask for help
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    a984ea92f00143deae5eb29e12b5ddddMon, 05 Nov 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreRegardless of how long you've been teaching, there will be many moments when your lessons just don't seem to be working. This is especially frustrating when you've taken time to plan the "perfect" lesson or unit, and the students still can't grasp the...
  • Don't blame the students
  • Take responsibility
  • Reevaluate
  • Use something that has worked before
  • Ask for help
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1421false30full    Ep 29: How to handle an angry parent emailhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-29-how-to-handle-an-angry-parent-email--54049171https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    0fe7d43a994c4aa4ba37a2ed938b065aMon, 29 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEvery teacher will receive at least one (if not more) emailed from disgruntled parents. Regardless of who's at fault, it can be a nerve-wracking experience and have lasting negative effects if not handled properly. How can we address the email in a...https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1953false29full    Ep 28: Maximize the impact of your lesson planninghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-28-maximize-the-impact-of-your-lesson-planning--54049148
  • Go back to your why for the lesson: what do you want students to learn vs. what you want students to be able to show you.
  • How do you get to that why? What are the logical steps to get there? What are the gaps in knowledge that you need to fill?
  • How will you know that your students “got it"?
    • How can you connect what they're learning to real life?
    • Students are more engaged and willing to participate when they can relate to or recognize something from pop culture.
    • How can something happening in the news apply to what they’re learning?
    • How can something that they’ve experienced apply to your material?
    • Try to use analogies as much as possible so that they can make connections and get more than a surface level understanding.
    What are meaningful products that they can produce? How does this affect grading and feedback?
    • Is it really necessary for you to grade EVERY part of the process, or can circulating around the classroom, stopping with each student at some point, giving feedback, and documenting be enough?
    • If students get real-time feedback, then you don’t have to give as much when you grade the final product. You’ve already told them what they need to know to be successful.
    • If you wait until the end to give feedback, you’re too late. Unless you have them revise, they won’t take anything way from your feedback, and they probably won’t apply it to future assignments.
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    9ae05569c19c4435b626b8bf383a6cd6Mon, 22 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreMany teachers come into the profession with one of two extremes - they have no idea what they're supposed to teach and have to plan everything themselves, or they're given a completely scripted and planned curriculum and have no autonomy. Both of...
  • Go back to your why for the lesson: what do you want students to learn vs. what you want students to be able to show you.
  • How do you get to that why? What are the logical steps to get there? What are the gaps in knowledge that you need to fill?
  • How will you know that your students “got it"?
    • How can you connect what they're learning to real life?
    • Students are more engaged and willing to participate when they can relate to or recognize something from pop culture.
    • How can something happening in the news apply to what they’re learning?
    • How can something that they’ve experienced apply to your material?
    • Try to use analogies as much as possible so that they can make connections and get more than a surface level understanding.
    What are meaningful products that they can produce? How does this affect grading and feedback?
    • Is it really necessary for you to grade EVERY part of the process, or can circulating around the classroom, stopping with each student at some point, giving feedback, and documenting be enough?
    • If students get real-time feedback, then you don’t have to give as much when you grade the final product. You’ve already told them what they need to know to be successful.
    • If you wait until the end to give feedback, you’re too late. Unless you have them revise, they won’t take anything way from your feedback, and they probably won’t apply it to future assignments.
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1224false28full    Ep 27: Differentiation doesn't have to be difficulthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-27-differentiation-doesn-t-have-to-be-difficult--54049127Click HERE to grab Laura's resource with 10 Questions and Answers for how to respond to parents or administrators who want to know what you're doing to differentiate, which includes a link to her hands-on workshop! How to get in touch with Laura: Middle School ELA Teachers Community for Grades 6-7-8 Her Language Arts Teachers Membership Site Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    12cdfc9bd83a43b782ca29f81f71b4bfMon, 15 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAll teachers know that they need to differentiate, but what does that look like in a classroom? During the planning stages? In real time? How can a teacher be expected to plan for students performing two grades below and those performing two grades...Click HERE to grab Laura's resource with 10 Questions and Answers for how to respond to parents or administrators who want to know what you're doing to differentiate, which includes a link to her hands-on workshop! How to get in touch with Laura: Middle School ELA Teachers Community for Grades 6-7-8 Her Language Arts Teachers Membership Site Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3543false27full    Ep 26: Helping science teachers make sense of NGSShttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-26-helping-science-teachers-make-sense-of-ngss--54049180https://www.nsta.org/ iExplore Science: https://iexplorescience.com/ San Diego Unified School District's Science Resources: https://sites.google.com/a/sandi.net/ngss-draft-lessons/ Oakland Unified School District's Science Resources: https://sites.google.com/ousd.k12.ca.us/science HHMI: https://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive PHET at the University of Colorado in Boulder: https://phet.colorado.edu/ How to reach Erin: Instagram: sadlerscience Twitter: @sadlersci Blog: Sadler Science Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    6486d9d4114c4060b64c9d5d622cb613Mon, 08 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreThe Next Generation Science Standards, or NGSS, have been rolled out the past few years with much confusion and anxiety. Veteran science teachers have been grappling with how to shift their way of teaching while new teachers are still attempting to...https://www.nsta.org/ iExplore Science: https://iexplorescience.com/ San Diego Unified School District's Science Resources: https://sites.google.com/a/sandi.net/ngss-draft-lessons/ Oakland Unified School District's Science Resources: https://sites.google.com/ousd.k12.ca.us/science HHMI: https://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive PHET at the University of Colorado in Boulder: https://phet.colorado.edu/ How to reach Erin: Instagram: sadlerscience Twitter: @sadlersci Blog: Sadler Science Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2979false26full    Ep 25: Use preassessment data and Lexile scores to improve how you teachhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-25-use-preassessment-data-and-lexile-scores-to-improve-how-you-teach--54049194Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    9b7347aac47648958a14f8f58d6973d9Mon, 01 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIn this final installment of my series on examining student data, we look at how preassessment data and Lexile scores can really illuminate gaps in learning for students in any subject area. Getting baseline data in the form a preassessment can help...Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1134false25full    Ep 24: How you can best serve your students with IEPshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-24-how-you-can-best-serve-your-students-with-ieps--54049168Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data! Want to connect with Latisha? Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    898221c575a44447be79923b004b1b77Mon, 24 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreStudents with disabilities that are mainstreamed have unique educational struggles that all teachers must address. New teachers often wonder what they're required to do with students with IEPs, and how to balance that with the million other things...Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data! Want to connect with Latisha? Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3320false24full    Ep 23: Examining student demographicshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-23-examining-student-demographics--54049197Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    9c75e147562845648c4a73d5a81d1886Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreOn the first day of school, neither you nor your students know much about each other. However, looking at their demographic data prior to that initial meeting can help you get a clearer picture of their particular circumstances. From their...Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1004false23full    Ep 22: Five types of data you must collect at the beginning of the school yearhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-22-five-types-of-data-you-must-collect-at-the-beginning-of-the-school-year--54049169Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    cf50941c883a47e79af0c8b19405ec37Mon, 10 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAt the beginning of the school year, many teachers prioritize tasks such as setting up their classroom, going over the curriculum, working on their syllabus, and ironing out classroom procedures and policies. But do they spend the same amount of...Click HERE to grab my Data Collection Contact Sheet to help you remember the key people in your school who manage the different types of student data!  Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1399false22full    Ep 21: How preservice teachers can make the most of their educationhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-21-how-preservice-teachers-can-make-the-most-of-their-education--54049132
    1. Her website: sfecich.com
    2. Twitter: @Sfecich 
    3. Instagram: @Sfecich
    4. Her Edumagic Podcast
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    ]]>    ab099ca6b34e47298247827e11b4ca6dTue, 04 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LeprePreservice teachers have a unique task of cramming as much information and experience on pedagogy, classroom management, educational technology, and much more. How can they leverage what they learn in their credentialing programs so that they have a...
    1. Her website: sfecich.com
    2. Twitter: @Sfecich 
    3. Instagram: @Sfecich
    4. Her Edumagic Podcast
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2691false21full    Ep 20: How your mindset becomes your reality in the classroomhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-20-how-your-mindset-becomes-your-reality-in-the-classroom--54049176
  • Are you a blamer?
  • Do you have thick skin?
  • Do you like the sounds of kids' voices more than your own?
  • When was the last time someone changed your mind?
  • Are your educational policies, procedures, and philosophies truly serving students and learning?
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    ]]>    193a4da1a0ff4cdcb1963a7b3359c195Mon, 27 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's no secret that teaching is a rewarding but difficult job. Many teachers go into the career only to become overwhelmed, disillusioned, disheartened, and lost. Could have this been prevented? Possibly, but only if they had examined their own...
  • Are you a blamer?
  • Do you have thick skin?
  • Do you like the sounds of kids' voices more than your own?
  • When was the last time someone changed your mind?
  • Are your educational policies, procedures, and philosophies truly serving students and learning?
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1521false20full    Ep 19: Taking on Twitter as a teacherhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-19-taking-on-twitter-as-a-teacher--54049138
  • The giveaway is over, but you can still get your copy of Mari's second book, Fueled by Coffee and Love: The Refill.
    • Sentence frames for tweeting about teaching: One new thing I tried in my class today was ____ and it went _____. One thing I’m excited for next week is _____. One thing I am working on or trying to grow in is _____. One of my goals is ______. Has anyone done ______ with their students? Where to find Mari: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    84000c5d90674d78b6752973d74efc67Sat, 18 Aug 2018 08:03:56 +0000Kim LepreMost new teachers have experience using social media, but are they taking advantage of the on-demand professional development and support? Mari Venturino dives into how Twitter can be the PD you're looking for to grow and become confident as an...
  • The giveaway is over, but you can still get your copy of Mari's second book, Fueled by Coffee and Love: The Refill.
    • Sentence frames for tweeting about teaching: One new thing I tried in my class today was ____ and it went _____. One thing I’m excited for next week is _____. One thing I am working on or trying to grow in is _____. One of my goals is ______. Has anyone done ______ with their students? Where to find Mari: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    2474false19full    Ep 18: How elementary teachers can get ready for back-to-schoolhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-18-how-elementary-teachers-can-get-ready-for-back-to-school--54049172Click on this link to grab her FREE back-to-school planning guide! We discuss:
    • The common struggles new elementary teachers face
    • How to prepare when you haven't seen your classroom
    • How to ensure success and less overwhelm those first few months
    Where you can find Carolyn: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    fb1c1584789441309604f15c8d7aca0eMon, 13 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's back-to-school...elementary style! Elementary school teachers know too well the stresses of preparing for multiple subjects, classroom decor, routines, and systems. Carolyn Gardner tells us what to focus on so that we can truly be prepared for...Click on this link to grab her FREE back-to-school planning guide! We discuss:
    • The common struggles new elementary teachers face
    • How to prepare when you haven't seen your classroom
    • How to ensure success and less overwhelm those first few months
    Where you can find Carolyn: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3179false18full    Ep 17: How to use a syllabus to communicate with parentshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-17-how-to-use-a-syllabus-to-communicate-with-parents--54049151Syllabus. Click HERE for an editable copy of this syllabus, as well as other free resources. Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    12779698ffb54204b1a68aa0b338bba5Mon, 06 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreIt's back-to-school time! There's always so much to prepare for your first teaching position, one thing that you definitely want to plan ahead is your syllabus. Use this document as a communication tool with your students' parents so that you can all...Syllabus. Click HERE for an editable copy of this syllabus, as well as other free resources. Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1529false17full    Ep 16: Common new teacher mythshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-16-common-new-teacher-myths--54049170
  • Her school’s website: Hall Middle School
  • Her school’s social media accounts: @HallMiddle
  • Her Twitter: @ttate1
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    ]]>    f2270517f8ea46d1a8448d45cf4b0f2aMon, 30 Jul 2018 07:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNew teachers have a seemingly endless amount of things to prepare for their first day, but often they worry about back-to-school the most. Tenisha Tate explains how to handle it while keeping control of your class, how to spot a student in need, and...
  • Her school’s website: Hall Middle School
  • Her school’s social media accounts: @HallMiddle
  • Her Twitter: @ttate1
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    ]]>    2978false16full    Ep 15: The only advice you'll need on how to nail that next teaching interviewhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-15-the-only-advice-you-ll-need-on-how-to-nail-that-next-teaching-interview--54049178Click here to get a copy of all of the interview questions from Episodes 9-14! Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    557aaf0b8842403da56b11641c2e5b90Mon, 23 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreNow that I've interviewed seven administrators and answered their top job interview questions, it's time to take all of that valuable information and put it to good use. Here are my key takeaways that you can use to nail your next teaching interview...Click here to get a copy of all of the interview questions from Episodes 9-14! Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    813false15full    Ep 14: Growing as an educator to stand out in job interviewshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-14-growing-as-an-educator-to-stand-out-in-job-interviews--54049179
  • Tell us about yourself and what brings you here today.
  • Why are you a good fit for our organization?
  • How do you grow professionally?
  • Talk to us about a time in which you learned from an experience via a mistake.
  • What do you do in your free time?
    • Where you can find Ross Cooper: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    41524c03249c41838ac0ef4f41e8743bThu, 19 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreEven though they will vary, most interview panels ask similar questions. Ross Cooper gives us one of the best ways to stand out in an interview and discusses the importance of always growing and learning as an educator.  - Tell us about yourself and...
  • Tell us about yourself and what brings you here today.
  • Why are you a good fit for our organization?
  • How do you grow professionally?
  • Talk to us about a time in which you learned from an experience via a mistake.
  • What do you do in your free time?
    • Where you can find Ross Cooper: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3317false14full    Ep 13: Reassuring interview advice for new teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-13-reassuring-interview-advice-for-new-teachers--54049182
  • Tell me your story, how did you end up here today wanting to be a teacher here at Winget Park?
  • What’s the best lesson you ever taught, and tell me why it was the best lesson?
  • It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing to build relationships with your students.
  • It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing with your students’ families.
  • How do you help yourself grow as a learner? What are some things you like to do to support your own professional growth outside the required professional development?
    • Where you can find Rick Mohrien: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    c20a0d2361884d039d91a2e9a530b588Mon, 16 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreOne of the biggest fears that many brand new teachers have is that they won’t be hired due to their lack of experience. Rick Mohrien tells us what’s REALLY important to most principals and what beginning teachers should focus on for the interview. -...
  • Tell me your story, how did you end up here today wanting to be a teacher here at Winget Park?
  • What’s the best lesson you ever taught, and tell me why it was the best lesson?
  • It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing to build relationships with your students.
  • It’s the first week of school, tell me what you’re doing with your students’ families.
  • How do you help yourself grow as a learner? What are some things you like to do to support your own professional growth outside the required professional development?
    • Where you can find Rick Mohrien: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3498false13full    Ep 12: Why you should be honest in job interviewshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-12-why-you-should-be-honest-in-job-interviews--54049177
  • What do you know about our school?
  • What’s more important to education in the success of our students - tradition or innovation? Defend your answer.
  • What perspectives outside of a Euro-centric curriculum can you bring to our classrooms?
  • Can you give me specific examples in an ELA classroom of literature you would bring in from a non-Euro perspective?
  • What specific supports are you going to need to be successful in our building?
  • What are your expectations of a team/PLC, and how do you uphold your expectations of your team/PLC? 
    • Where you can find Rob Fulk: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    4e261ffc4a3741cabce2eeddef61a4b0Thu, 12 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen preparing for an interview, we’re often faced with the fear of the unknown. What if we don’t have an answer or know what the interviewer is talking about? Rob Fulk gives new teachers valuable and honest tips about how to handle these common...
  • What do you know about our school?
  • What’s more important to education in the success of our students - tradition or innovation? Defend your answer.
  • What perspectives outside of a Euro-centric curriculum can you bring to our classrooms?
  • Can you give me specific examples in an ELA classroom of literature you would bring in from a non-Euro perspective?
  • What specific supports are you going to need to be successful in our building?
  • What are your expectations of a team/PLC, and how do you uphold your expectations of your team/PLC? 
    • Where you can find Rob Fulk: Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    3124false12full    Ep 11: How some administrators use data for hiringhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-11-how-some-administrators-use-data-for-hiring--54049139
  • Deerfield Public School District: https://www.dps109.org/Domain/4
  • Deerfield Public School District’s Twitter: @DPS109
  • Scott Schwartz’s Twitter: @scaschwa
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    ]]>    2424169bc764407b90e299614ab9108fMon, 09 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreHiring new teachers based on a resume and a gut feeling during an interview can sometimes result in someone who is a wrong fit for the school. Scott Schwartz describes the meticulous process his district uses to hire a great teacher every time, as...
  • Deerfield Public School District: https://www.dps109.org/Domain/4
  • Deerfield Public School District’s Twitter: @DPS109
  • Scott Schwartz’s Twitter: @scaschwa
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    ]]>    3874false11full    Ep 10: EPIC job interview tipshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-10-epic-job-interview-tips--54049142
  • Brier Creek Elementary School: https://www.wcpss.net/Page/21494
  • Brier Creek’s Twitter: Brier Creek Elementary
  • Asia Cunningham’s Twitter: @APMsC_BCES
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    ]]>    52ff3d26965f49958f07db7518768943Thu, 05 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAs a new teacher, your advisors in your credentialing program probably gave you some interviewing advice and practice questions. While these are helpful, it’s definitely even more valuable to hear from someone on a hiring committee and know exactly...
  • Brier Creek Elementary School: https://www.wcpss.net/Page/21494
  • Brier Creek’s Twitter: Brier Creek Elementary
  • Asia Cunningham’s Twitter: @APMsC_BCES
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    ]]>    2815false10full    Ep 9: How a teacher's approach to classroom management can make or break an interviewhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-9-how-a-teacher-s-approach-to-classroom-management-can-make-or-break-an-interview--54049200
  • Derby Hills Elementary School: http://dhes.derbyschools.com/
  • The school’s Facebook Page: Derby Hills Elementary
  • James Moffett’s Twitter: @DHEPrincipal
    •   Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    4ec569825acc4343963a742e70bd9d09Mon, 02 Jul 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreA topic that many job-seeking teachers are asked about is classroom management. Every school has its own philosophy and mission in terms of behavior, but some take it a step further. James Moffett dives deep into how being a trauma-informed school is...
  • Derby Hills Elementary School: http://dhes.derbyschools.com/
  • The school’s Facebook Page: Derby Hills Elementary
  • James Moffett’s Twitter: @DHEPrincipal
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    ]]>    2891false9full    Ep 8: 6 revealing reasons why you didn't get that teaching jobhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-8-6-revealing-reasons-why-you-didn-t-get-that-teaching-job--54049143
  • Many factors are out of your control
  • They may have had someone else in mind
  • There were candidates that were a better fit
  • You set off red flags
  • Too many people applied
  • There were questions about your resume
    • This episode kicks off a series where I interview several principals who tell me what they’re looking for when hiring brand new teachers. They also interview ME, and we’ll see whether or not they’d hire me! Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    cf9956232ead4149ac32f7bfc6044bc7Thu, 28 Jun 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreAs a new teacher, you’ve probably been on many, many interviews without any luck. While it’s awful to be rejected, the best thing you can do is use it as a learning experience. Here are some reasons why you may not have been hired for that position....
  • Many factors are out of your control
  • They may have had someone else in mind
  • There were candidates that were a better fit
  • You set off red flags
  • Too many people applied
  • There were questions about your resume
    • This episode kicks off a series where I interview several principals who tell me what they’re looking for when hiring brand new teachers. They also interview ME, and we’ll see whether or not they’d hire me! Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    955false8full    Ep 7: Close reading is the first tool new teachers should have under their belthttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-7-close-reading-is-the-first-tool-new-teachers-should-have-under-their-belt--54049184https://teachersneedteachers.com/7.   Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    7c752ce41071495e81747bc7d64b370dMon, 25 Jun 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreTeaching literacy is a responsibility for all teachers of all subjects, but what if you don’t know how to teach reading? Brooklyn Khan dives into a simple but powerful strategy that every new teacher should have readily available. To access the show...https://teachersneedteachers.com/7.   Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1339false7full    Ep 6: Classroom management doesn't have to suckhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-6-classroom-management-doesn-t-have-to-suck--54049186HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources!
    • What are your 5-7 rules? Are they phrased in the positive rather than negative?
    • What is the logical progression of consequences when students don’t follow those rules?
    • Have you clearly and concisely communicated your rules and consequences to both the students and their parents?
    • How do your classroom rules and consequences align with school and district policies?
    • What are you doing to build relationships with students so that you can minimize behavior problems? 
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    • What are your 5-7 rules? Are they phrased in the positive rather than negative?
    • What is the logical progression of consequences when students don’t follow those rules?
    • Have you clearly and concisely communicated your rules and consequences to both the students and their parents?
    • How do your classroom rules and consequences align with school and district policies?
    • What are you doing to build relationships with students so that you can minimize behavior problems? 
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    851false6full    Ep 5: Expecting your students to be mind-readers is a waste of timehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-5-expecting-your-students-to-be-mind-readers-is-a-waste-of-time--54049199HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources!
    • How students come into the classroom, where they keep their belongings, expectations for the beginning and end of class
    • Policies for students leaving their seats: bathroom use, getting supplies, sharpening pencils, etc.
    • How you transition between activities
    • Electronic device usage (cell phones, tablets, etc.)
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    6433c7e5119b4de4b257013e9db816c2Mon, 18 Jun 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreProperly communicated classroom policies and procedures ensure that you can maximize the learning time in a safe and productive environment. When we start out teaching, it’s a time of experimentation to see what works. Here are four important points...HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources!
    • How students come into the classroom, where they keep their belongings, expectations for the beginning and end of class
    • Policies for students leaving their seats: bathroom use, getting supplies, sharpening pencils, etc.
    • How you transition between activities
    • Electronic device usage (cell phones, tablets, etc.)
    Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    724false5full    Ep 4: It's time to grade your grading policieshttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-4-it-s-time-to-grade-your-grading-policies--54049190HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources! Using weighted grades: How much is each of these categories worth in your gradebook?
    • Homework
    • Tests
    • Classwork
    • Projects
    How about late work and effort? What are your grading policies for:
    • Late work
    • Partial completion
    • Test retakes and assignment redos
    • Extra credit
    • Absences
    • Cheating 
    Still not sure what you want for your grading? Here’s an article that might help you: https://www.mrslepre.com/grading-your-gradebook/  I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    • Homework
    • Tests
    • Classwork
    • Projects
    How about late work and effort? What are your grading policies for:
    • Late work
    • Partial completion
    • Test retakes and assignment redos
    • Extra credit
    • Absences
    • Cheating 
    Still not sure what you want for your grading? Here’s an article that might help you: https://www.mrslepre.com/grading-your-gradebook/  I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    931false4full    Ep 3: Why you need to rethink your classroom set up to maximize learninghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-3-why-you-need-to-rethink-your-classroom-set-up-to-maximize-learning--54049181HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources! Classroom Layout Reflect on:
    • Student desks/tables
    • Student chairs
    • Teacher desk
    • Cabinets and shelves
    • Bin and containers for supplies
    Organization Reflect on:
    • Books
    • Pens, pencils, and markers
    • Scissors and glue sticks
    • Student work
    • Classroom technology
    Seating arrangement Reflect on
    • Heterogeneous vs homogeneous groups
    • Students in individual seats vs. groups
    • Frequency of seat changes 
      Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    e3b954ff2e02cc43bc3f2f422ae308e3Mon, 11 Jun 2018 08:00:00 +0000Kim LepreWhen was the last time you examined your classroom setup? Your classroom needs to be set up to maximize student learning while also reducing traffic and chaos. Here’s what to consider when considering a new setup. Click...HERE to grab the workbook plus other free resources! Classroom Layout Reflect on:
    • Student desks/tables
    • Student chairs
    • Teacher desk
    • Cabinets and shelves
    • Bin and containers for supplies
    Organization Reflect on:
    • Books
    • Pens, pencils, and markers
    • Scissors and glue sticks
    • Student work
    • Classroom technology
    Seating arrangement Reflect on
    • Heterogeneous vs homogeneous groups
    • Students in individual seats vs. groups
    • Frequency of seat changes 
      Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    1003false3full    Ep 2: Which grade is the easiest to teach, and other questions from the webhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-2-which-grade-is-the-easiest-to-teach-and-other-questions-from-the-web--54049188
  • How to keep it together during unannounced observations.
  • Which grade is the easiest to teach
  • Whether or not you should go straight into teaching after getting your credential
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    ]]>    de5f786cf3854024a5cee25d6a057c84Mon, 04 Jun 2018 12:32:28 +0000Kim LepreToday's questions: - How to keep it together during unannounced observations. - Which grade is the easiest to teach - Whether or not you should go straight into teaching after getting your credential Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my...
  • How to keep it together during unannounced observations.
  • Which grade is the easiest to teach
  • Whether or not you should go straight into teaching after getting your credential
    • Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    683false2full    Ep 1: Using end-of-the-year student feedback to guide your teachinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-1-using-end-of-the-year-student-feedback-to-guide-your-teaching--54049193https://goo.gl/forms/R8ejdjhPF4gSPEAH2 Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    5b61a65c31454b35848855fd07c8eaeaFri, 01 Jun 2018 20:26:43 +0000Kim LepreDo you collect student feedback? If not, you should! It's a great way to know how students perceive your effectiveness, and whether or not you're creating relationships and connecting with them. It's also a quick and easy way for students to feel that...https://goo.gl/forms/R8ejdjhPF4gSPEAH2 Still figuring out lesson planning? Grab my free Lesson Planning Guide here 👉🏼https://teachersneedteachers.com/lessonplan I have a new YouTube channel! Join me over there and subscribe! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    909false1full    Why me? Why this podcast? Why now?https://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-me-why-this-podcast-why-now--54049157Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    dd5f88c33aff4fe68586752a29a04347Fri, 01 Jun 2018 20:24:28 +0000Kim LepreBeing a new teacher is tough as it is, especially if you don't have a mentor and have to go at it alone. There are so many questions you want to ask but feel stupid doing so. There are situations in which you SHOULD ask questions, but you're so...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    629falsebonus    Introducing Teachers Need Teachershttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-teachers-need-teachers--54049187Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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    ]]>    45459dd09ff4489eacff21c4d11c0839Fri, 01 Jun 2018 18:49:27 +0000Kim LepreWhat is the Teachers Need Teachers podcast about and who is it for? Why should you subscribe? What makes this different from other teaching podcasts? How will this change your teaching? Listen in and get all of the details in 106 second flat. Love...Become an AWESOME SUPPORTER! Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show? You can email me at kim@teachersneedteachers.com Connect with me


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