As a teacher, have you ever asked (or been tempted to ask) WHY are we doing this?! If so, you aren’t alone. Collecting and analyzing data in the classroom can give us answers to why we’re doing certain things and give us a road map for what to do next.  In this episode of Real […]

Data collection is a super important part of teaching, but so many teachers dread it! I promise you don’t have to.  There are ways to make the process simple, effective, and meaningful. I sat down with Rebekah Poe to chat about how to streamline the data collection process. Rebekah Poe is an award-winning special education […]

If the thought of parent or caregiver conferences makes you feel a little sweaty, you’re not alone! What is it about talking to other adults that can be so scary? I learned a lot during my time in the classroom, mostly from making my own mistakes. So, in this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I […]

Have you heard the phrase “quiet quitting” and wondered how it related to teaching? Quiet quitting is a hot topic right now. It’s the idea that people are “giving up” or “quitting” on their jobs without actually resigning. In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I tackle this topic and whether or not I think […]

Do you ever wonder how you can create a positive classroom environment and still get everything done that needs to get done? If so, you’re in good company. But trust me, it’s possible! In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I sat down with Mr. Johnny Tiersma, a fellow San Diego area teacher,  to talk […]

Does the mere thought of preparing to have a substitute in your classroom make you feel sick to your stomach?  If so, you aren’t alone! In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I sat down with Kelsey Sorenson of Wife, Teacher, Mommy  to talk about how to successfully prepare for a sub day! We discuss […]