Anxiety comes in many different forms and can come on at a moment's notice. Our students are going through more than we could ever imagine and we need to be sure we are being proactive to help them through their big feelings. In today's episode, Kayla Durkin, host of the Let's Talk Teaching Podcast, is sharing signs and symptoms of anxiety in students and what you can do to help your students cope.
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Read MoreDid you know it's never too late to build a positive relationship with your students? Students often ask for love in the most unloving ways, and today Kayla Durkin is going to share ideas for building your relationship with these students who are struggling.
Read MoreWelcome to 2022! In this episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing her word for 2022 as well as ways to keep working towards the best version of you every day!
Read MoreYou're so close! You're just a few days away from winter break and we want to be sure that this break is filled with rest, relaxation, and everything you need to refill your bucket after these past few months.
In today's episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing five must-do teacher tasks before winter break, to ensure that you don't even have to think about school if you don't want to. You deserve a stress-free break with zero responsibilities and these tasks will help you get there
Read MoreIt's the most wonderful time of the year, but it's also one of the most stressful times of the year.
In today's episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing 10 teacher tips to help you stay energized and healthy during the holiday season!
Read MoreStaying on top of our teacher responsibilities is no joke, but with teacher batching, it becomes just a little bit more manageable!
In today's episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing all about how to prioritize what you assign, what you grade, and how to use the teacher batching method to save time grading!
This three-part series is all about finding teacher routines and systems to stay organized and help you leave at your contracted time!
Read MoreIt's time to start batching your teacher responsibilities, my friends! No more trying to do every single task every single day and at the end of the day feeling like you didn't get anything accomplished. In today's episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing all about how we can prioritize the tasks on our plate, work smarter, not harder, and use our contracted time wisely!
Read MoreAs a teacher, the to-do list never ends! We could work an unlimited amount of hours each week, and still need more time in the day.
In today's episode, Kayla Durkin is sharing all about how she went from working an extra 10-20 hours every week to batching classroom to-do lists and tasks so that she could stick to her contracted hours.
Read MoreHave you seen the teacher roller coaster that displays the phases of a school year? Today we are sharing about the phases that you're going through right now. From anticipation to survival and disillusionment.
October is a hard month for teachers and you are not alone. If you're struggling and overwhelmed, I want you to know that you are not alone!
Read MoreI've gotten a lot of requests for this episode!
Listen in as I discuss how to make small group instruction work in your classroom. This is such a great way to differentiate within your classroom and meet your students where they are.
Read MoreWhether they are grown-up led or student-led, conferences can be a bit stressful to plan!
Listen in as I share some of my favorite tips for conferences and explain different ways to organize such a busy event.
Read MoreWhether you're just wrapping up your student teaching or you're looking for a new school to call home, Sydney Lafrenz is your go-to girl for help on all things resumes, cover letters, interviews, and landing your dream job!
Read MoreThe beginning of any school year can be tough and this year is no exception. I often hear first-year teachers say that they were not prepared for what they face the first few days or weeks of the school year. Even veteran teachers can get surprised by a new year with new students!
I want you to know you are NOT alone! On this episode, I share a few tips to start the school year off right, no matter what grade you teacher. Remember, every day is a new day and it's another chance to start over!
While many educators go to school for teaching, sometimes life brings others to teaching in different ways!
My guest today, Honest Teacher Vibes, has her undergrad degree in sports medicine and after a few years found her love of teaching through substituting. She is now a 6th English teacher, but you may also know her from recent features on Bored Teachers!
Read MoreMeet the teacher, back-to-school night, open house! Whatever you call it, it's time to prepare to meet your students and their grown ups!
However you or your school organizes this kind of event, it is all about building relationships right away and using this time to get organized for the beginning of the year!
On the episode today, I'm joined by Melody Munch of Mrs. Munch's Munchkins!
Melody is a 2nd grade teacher and is going into her 7th year of teaching. Over the years, she has come up with and implemented some incredible classroom procedures which she shares with us today!
Read MoreYour first week in the classroom can definitely seem a little intimidating unless you prepare some things that can help you thrive!
On today's episode, I go over the 3 R's (okay... there are actually four!) to help you thrive in the classroom during the first week of school: Relax, Relationships, Routines, and Resiliency!
Read MoreIt's back to school season and teachers are feeling the pressure! Use this teacher tip to eliminate that overwhelming feeling so that you can focus on what matters most to you!
Read MoreSometimes in teaching, you find a job in an unexpected place. That is exactly what happened to first-year teacher, Samantha Angelillo!
As a person with an Art Education degree, Samantha's first year of teaching actually took place in a second grade classroom!
Read MoreFirst year teachers had a wild ride this past year!
On this episode, the journey of interviewing first year teachers continues. I am joined by Kayla Kutzke, who just finished her first year of teaching middle school and high school agriculture!
