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 […]
27. Streamlining the Data Collection Process with Rebekah Poe
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 […]
26. Successful Parent or Caregiver Conferences
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 […]
25. Quiet Quitting isn’t happening, but this is…
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 […]
24. Creating a Classroom Environment Where All Students Thrive
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 […]
23. 3 Tips for a Successful Sub Day with Kelsey Sorenson
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 […]
22. Can We Bring Fun Back into the Classroom? with Matt Halpern
Do you ever feel like it’s impossible to have fun in the classroom anymore? There is often so many “other” things to care about, that fun can be the last thing on our minds. In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I sat down with Matt Halpern to talk about why it’s a challenge to […]
21: Simplifying your Centers with Farrah Henley
Have you ever felt like your centers are a little overwhelming? Sometimes the systems in our classroom are way more complicated than they need to be, and we need to take a step back and simplify so that we can do our jobs more efficiently. In this episode of Real Teacher Talk, I sat down […]