Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast

How to Take More Off Your Plate This Winter [182]

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

What if the key to surviving winter wasn’t doing more...but doing less?

In this episode, Kelsey shares how she’s lightening her mental load this season by simplifying on purpose. Plus, the tiny shifts that are making a big difference in her work and home life. From meal planning hacks and chore resets to decision fatigue relief, she’s offering practical ways to take things off your plate. Because let’s be real… your plate’s already full.

You'll also hear why nervous system regulation is the secret first step... and how your Anchor Menu can help. If winter burnout is creeping in, this episode is your gentle nudge to pause, breathe, and reset.

🎁 Sign up for the Winter Reset Event: educateandrejuvenate.com/winter-2025

View full show notes (with links mentioned in the episode): https://educateandrejuvenate.com/podcast/how-to-take-more-off-your-plate-this-winter/

Winter Reset 2025 Event Reveal Party: Keynote, Speaker Lineup, and Surprises!

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

🎉 The Educator Winter Reset You’ve Been Waiting For Is HERE! 🎉

What if your professional development felt like a cozy night in… with major inspiration, fresh ideas, and a whole lot of fun?

This special episode is a replay of our LIVE 2025 Reveal Party, where we officially opened registration for Educate & Rejuvenate: Winter 2025... our most rejuvenating teacher event of the year.

Inside this episode:

✨ Our full speaker lineup announcement

🎁 A surprise freebie for all attendees (if you listen to this, email me for the link!)

🎉 Swag giveaways & keynote panelist reveal

A cozy, community-centered kickoff to what’s coming this month

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, homeschool parent, or any other kind of educator, you’re going to want in on this.

🌟 Event tickets are now OPEN and you can get a ticket for just $7 plus LIMITED TIME bonus!

👉 Register now at: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/winter-2025/

We’ll see you this summer.

The Balancing Act of Teaching & Life (Featuring Beach Stories, Gilmore Girls, and Real Talk) with Joe & Jamie

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Ever tried to balance teaching, family, and life—and felt like you’re spinning a dozen plates at once? In this heartfelt (and hilarious!) conversation with Joe and Jamie from The Balancing Act Podcast, we explore everything from beach mishaps and Gilmore Girls binges to hallway hugs and burnout. Together, we dive into what it really looks like to make time for rejuvenation, create supportive communities, and embrace your unique season of life as an educator.

Get ready for real talk, belly laughs, and a refreshing reminder that you’re not alone in this balancing act. This episode will leave you inspired to give yourself grace—and maybe text your teacher bestie to listen too.

When The Student Comes Back from the Principal's Office with a Treat

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

🎧 Replay: Open Coaching Call — The Real Shift Beneath Classroom Chaos

In our opening public coaching call, we explored The Self-Coaching Model together—and how it applies to real, everyday challenges educators face.

One powerful scenario came up that become our main focus: when a student gets sent to the office for behavior and comes back with a treat. 😳

Together, we unpacked the thoughts, emotions, and identity layers that show up in moments like these—and how to shift them from reactive to rooted.

Inside this replay, you’ll hear:

How to use The Model to pause, observe, and reframe—even when you’re feeling powerless
A real-time coaching example grounded in the messy, emotional parts of classroom life
Identity shifts around boundaries, resentment, and what it means to feel supported
Beautiful connection, mindset aha’s, and real teacher moments from the chat

This isn’t just a replay. It’s an invitation into a new way of navigating the hard stuff—with more compassion, clarity, and calm.

Alright my friend, as we wrap up…

What you just experienced is only a glimpse of the transformation that’s possible when you’re coached, seen, and supported.

This public call was a special bonus—but normally, these kinds of honest, identity-shifting coaching sessions happen inside the Educate & Rejuvenate Club. It’s where we meet regularly, go deeper, and support each other all year long.

💛 The best part? You don’t have to lose the momentum you’ve built during this event.

You can stay with the cohort.

Keep growing with the people who get it—who are walking this same “&” path and want to keep choosing both: educating and rejuvenating.

If today gave you even one aha,

even one exhale of “oh wow, I needed that,”

imagine what it would feel like to be supported like that—every single month.

This isn’t about adding more to your plate.

It’s about finally having a space to process what’s already on it—so you can show up as the teacher, parent, partner, and person you want to be.

✨ If this resonated… that’s your sign.

Come be part of the Club. (Or simply join us this year for the Cohort!)

We’re just getting started. And we’d love to have you with us.

Learn more: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/educate-rejuvenate-sales-page/

Plan Like The Empowered Educator You Are!

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Want to walk into this school year feeling clear, grounded, and in control—not overwhelmed before it even begins?

Join Kelsey live for a real-time walkthrough of the Educate & Rejuvenate Planner. You’ll learn how to plan in a way that supports your values, energy, and nervous system—not just your to-do list.

This session is for the teacher (or homeschooler!) who wants more than just organization. You want alignment. You want peace. You want to feel like you again.

✨ What you'll learn:

How to create plans that actually serve you (not stress you out)
The step-by-step planning flow that connects to your mindset work
Ways to use the planner to stay present and productive

💡 Plus: We’ll show you how to get the planner FREE with your Club membership.

👥 This session is open to all attendees and community members.

🔗 Not in the Club yet? Get the planner for FREE and so much more: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/educate-rejuvenate-sales-page/

Meet Your AI Coach Team: The Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed (Until Now!)

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Get ready for an exciting live demo where Kelsey introduces the 4 new GPT-powered Educate & Rejuvenate Coaches—custom-built to help you save time, reduce stress, and actually feel supported in your week. These are a BRAND NEW BONUS inside the Educate & Rejuvenate Club!

(NOTE: This bonus is for CLUB MEMBERS only, not included in the individual Cohort purchase)

The VIDEO version of this call is available inside the Educate & Rejuvenate App!

You’ll get to meet and see in action:

💬 Coach GPT

Your go-to mindset and emotional support coach. Helps you work through anything from overwhelm to identity shifts using Kelsey’s 3-step framework from her book.

🗓 Intentional Schedule Coach

Struggling to find time? This bot walks you through a full weekly plan, helps you prioritize what matters most, and shows you how to create a time-blocked schedule that works with your teacher or homeschool life.

📚 Lesson Curator Coach

Looking for the perfect resource? This bot searches our E&R library for you—and if we don’t have it, it’ll build a custom lesson idea in our signature style!

💵 Savings Coach

Want to stay in the Club but your budget’s tight? This one helps you find $50–100+/month in savings without giving up what you love. Because investing in yourself matters.

You’ll learn:

How each coach supports a different area of your life (and how they work together)
Real-life examples of what they can help with
Why this is just the beginning of our AI support system
How to start using them today (if you're in the Club!)

🎁 BONUS: Club price is going up soon—so now is the time to join and lock in lifetime access to these coaches (and future ones we’re adding!).

Join the Club: http://educateandrejuvenate.com/join-the-club

(NOTE: This bonus is for CLUB MEMBERS only, not included in the individual Cohort purchase)

This is not just a tech demo—it’s a game-changer for your teaching, parenting, and mental health. Don’t miss it!

Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025 Full Tour

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400

The countdown is officially ON! Educate & Rejuvenate 2025 starts TOMORROW—and whether you’ve already grabbed your ticket or you’re still on the fence, this episode is for YOU.

In this special pre-event message, Kelsey breaks down:

✨ Exactly how to access your sessions (yes, replays are included!)

✨ What to do once you’re inside the event platform

✨ How this isn’t just another PD week—it’s a full mind-body recharge

✨ Why this low-cost, high-impact event was intentionally created for YOU

You’ll also hear a mindset shift to help you push past the guilt, hesitation, or overwhelm that might be holding you back from joining—and how saying YES to this experience can be your first step toward a more joyful, aligned school year.

💬 Real talk: You deserve professional development that fills your cup while equipping you with real strategies. This is the only event built to do both.

Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025 Kickoff Party [#181, Summer Sips Series]

Sat, 12 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In this jam-packed episode, Kelsey Sorenson is joined by a group of amazing presenters from the upcoming Educate & Rejuvenate 2025 event, happening July 15–21! This special speaker panel gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming, who’s speaking, and why this event is exactly what teachers and homeschool parents need this summer.

💡 Here’s what you’ll get in this episode:

✔️A preview of each speaker’s session topic

✔️Real, actionable tips you can start using NOW to teach and live with more joy

✔️FREE downloadable resources from each presenter

✔️An exclusive walkthrough of the event platform, bonus sessions, and insider tips to get the most out of your experience

🎟️ Don’t have your ticket yet? This event is all about helping you reconnect with your purpose, boost your energy, and walk into the school year with JOY.

Get your ticket now at 👉 https://educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

⭐️ Featured Presenters & Freebies:

✔️ Aja McNair – Phonics Assessment Tool 👉 ttps://www.everythingaja.com/phonicstest

✔️ Emily Metzler – Free Affirmation Cards 👉 https://www.canva.com/design/DAFnUNLr2hI/FSlnmOLRJyd_DPXkPScHwg/view?utm_content=DAFnUNLr2hI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink&mode=preview

✔️ Cara – Informational Paragraph Writing Organizer 👉 https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Informational-Paragraph-Writing-Graphic-Organizer-EDITABLE-10461847

✔️ Jennifer – 3 Teaching Strategies Ebook 👉 https://www.gapimpact.org/3-teaching-strategies-ebook

🎥 Want to see the full platform walkthrough?

Watch it inside the E&R app in the “podcast” section here:

👉 https://educateandrejuvenate.com/app

✨ Whether you’re already signed up or still thinking about it, this episode will get you pumped and prepared for an event that’s going to pour into YOU as much as you pour into others.

🧘‍♀️📚💬 From practical classroom ideas to emotional support and nervous system tools, Educate & Rejuvenate is where professional development meets personal transformation.

🎟️ Get your ticket and come hang with us this July at:

👉 https://educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

We cannot wait to see you inside! 💛

🎧 Tune in, subscribe to the podcast, and let’s get rejuvenated together!

Teaching In Sync: The AI-Powered Moves Every Co-Teacher Needs w/ Erica Terry + Dr Lynea Laws [#180, Summer Sips Series]

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

🎶 Ready to get your co-teaching groove on?

Ready to remix your co-teaching routine? Join Erica Terry and Lynea Laws—authors of Teaching In Sync: The Ultimate Playlist for Co-Teaching Success—for a high-energy conversation on all things collaboration, classroom harmony, and AI-powered lesson planning.

We’re breaking down how to get your co-teaching in sync (literally!) and what’s coming up in their must-watch session at the 2025 Educate & Rejuvenate event.

✔️ Mindset shifts that help co-teachers thrive

✔️ Small tweaks that make a huge impact

✔️ How ChatGPT can revolutionize your co-planning flow

✔️ Plus a behind-the-scenes peek at the book and the event!

🎟️ Grab your ticket: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

🔔 Get reminders for upcoming streams: educateandrejuvenate.com/livepodcasts

Join Erica and Lynea LIVE at the 2025 Educate & Rejuvenate virtual event! Whether you're teaching in tandem or trying to find your flow, their session will help you sync up, stress less, and use AI to supercharge your planning.

👉 Don’t miss your chance to catch their full session, explore their book, and grab all the behind-the-scenes inspiration for co-teaching success.

🎟️ Grab your ticket now and get ready to remix your classroom routine—because collaboration never sounded so good!

Let’s Educate & Rejuvenate together →

What Works in Inclusive Classrooms with Rebekah Poe [#179, Summer Sips Series]

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Student motivation can feel like a mystery—especially when we’re trying to reach every learner in an inclusive classroom. In this episode, I’m joined by returning E&R speaker and special education expert Rebekah Poe to unpack what really works when it comes to boosting engagement, building buy-in, and helping students show up for learning.

We’re diving into:

✔️ The mindset shift that helps teachers move from compliance to confidence

✔️ One of Rebekah’s go-to strategies from her Educate & Rejuvenate session

✔️ Practical examples of motivation in action—especially for students with IEPs or other learning needs

✔️ Why a strong classroom community is often the secret to stronger achievement

Plus, we’ll tease what she’s sharing live at this summer’s event and how her new book, Blueprint for Inclusion, is helping teachers everywhere build inclusive practices that actually work.

🎟️ Grab your ticket: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

🔔 Want reminders for future podcast streams? educateandrejuvenate.com/livepodcasts

✨ Loved this conversation with Rebekah? This is just a taste of what’s waiting for you at Educate & Rejuvenate 2025. Inside the event, you’ll get access to her full session—plus 30+ others designed to help you reignite your spark, support every learner (including YOU), and build a classroom that runs on both compassion and confidence.

This isn’t just PD. It’s a full-on permission slip to teach and live in the &.

🎟️ Snag your $5 ticket (yep, less than a latte!) at educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025 and come see what it feels like to rejuvenate on purpose.

Because when you’re thriving, your students do too.

Our Top Secret to a Joyful Math Block with Ashleigh Smith from Rainbow Sky Creations [#178, Summer Sips Series]

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

What if your math block became the most joyful part of your teaching day?

In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by the brilliant team from Rainbow Sky Creations to share six practical strategies you can implement right away to bring more joy, creativity, and clarity to your math lessons. Whether you’re a brand-new teacher or a seasoned pro ready to shake things up, these tips are:

✔️ Curriculum-aligned

✔️ Differentiated

✔️ Creative & engaging

✔️ Backed by real classroom results

✨And here’s the best part—Rainbow Sky Creations is one of our incredible presenters at Educate & Rejuvenate 2025! If you love what you hear in this episode, you’ll definitely want to join us at the event for their full session (plus dozens more) to feel reignited and supported again. This is the event of the year for educators who want to feel inspired, encouraged, and re-energized—and it’s all virtual and super affordable.

Grab your ticket here: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/summer-2025-event/

Learn more about Rainbow Sky Creations and follow them here:

Facebook: facebook.com/rainbowskycreations/

Instagram: @rainbowskycreations

TikTok: tiktok.com/@rainbowskycreations?lang=en

When Art & Augmented Reality Meet Emotions with Tricia Fuglestad [#177, Summer Sips Series]

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

🎨🤖 What do you get when you mix robots, emotions, and augmented reality? A wildly creative new way to teach SEL through art and tech—and this week’s guest is leading the charge.

In this Summer Sips episode, I’m joined by Tricia Fuglestad, award-winning art teacher, tech integration specialist, and author-illustrator of PETER O’METER—a picture book that helps kids explore their emotions in a truly interactive way.

We’re talking about:

✔️ Why she wrote PETER O’METER and what kids can learn from his “emotions meter”

✔️ How her read-aloud uses animation and augmented reality to bring the story to life

✔️ The intersection of art, emotion, and digital storytelling in the classroom

✔️ A sneak peek at her LIVE session at Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025

💥 Tricia’s session alone is worth more than the $5 ticket. But that’s just the beginning.

You’ll get access to inspiring speakers, creative tools, rejuvenating strategies, and a community of educators who get it.

✨ If you’re ready to reignite your passion for teaching (without burnout), this is the event you’ve been waiting for.

🎟️ Grab your ticket now: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

📖 Get the book: amzn.to/4lS5QB5

🔔 Want reminders for upcoming live podcast streams? Sign up: educateandrejuvenate.com/livepodcasts

Ditch the Guilt, Decode the Cravings with Laura Banks [#176, Summer Sips Series]

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Ever feel like food has way too much control over your day? Former teacher and certified Health Coach Laura Banks (of bhealthyhabits) joins me for a down-to-earth convo on why cravings happen, what they really mean, and why willpower isn’t the answer.

We’re breaking down:

✔️ The two types of cravings (and how to tell them apart in the moment)

✔️ The surprising connection between your schedule and your snack habits

✔️ The truth about why so many teachers feel out of control with food

✔️ How awareness alone can start to change everything

Laura also gives us a sneak peek at her session for Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025—where she’ll go even deeper into science-backed strategies to help teachers ditch the guilt, feel more in control, and build a healthy lifestyle that actually lasts.

🔔 Want reminders for upcoming podcast streams?

🎟️ Ready to transform your teaching (and your summer)?

Grab your ticket to Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

Finding Success in Your Writing Block with Susan Swensen [#175, Summer Sips Series]

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Feeling overwhelmed every time writing block rolls around? You're not alone. In this special co-hosted episode, I’m joined by Susan Swensen—elementary teacher and host of The Shared Teaching Podcast—to chat about simple, effective ways to take the stress out of writing instruction.

We’re talking real talk around:

What’s actually essential in a writing block

How to keep lesson planning simple and flexible

Common writing challenges and how to troubleshoot them

How Susan’s approach helps students grow as writers and helps you breathe easier as a teacher

Plus, we’re sharing what’s coming up at this year’s Educate & Rejuvenate summer event—including how Susan is showing up as a speaker and why this event was built for you.

🎟️ Grab your ticket: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

🔔 Want reminders for upcoming podcast streams?

🎟️ Ready to transform your teaching (and your summer)?

Grab your ticket to Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

Creating Lifelong Learners with Kami Wamous [#174, Summer Sips Series]

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Helping Kids Take Ownership of Their Learning

What if your homeschool or classroom could feel less overwhelming—and more inspired? In this Summer Sips episode, I’m joined by Kami Wanous, homeschool mentor and creator of The Freedom Scholar, to talk about building a family learning culture that fuels curiosity, connection, and confidence.

We’re chatting about:

✔️ Why giving kids OWNERSHIP of learning really matters

✔️ What it really means to raise leaders and lifelong learners

✔️ How to get intentional about your learning environment and family rhythms

✔️ The mindset shift that gives parents permission to homeschool on purpose

Plus, Kami gives us a sneak peek into her session at this year’s Educate & Rejuvenate—and why this event is the perfect space for homeschoolers looking to lead with purpose and love.

Grab Kami's FREE love of learning assessment here: https://pages.thefreedomscholar.org/loloi0

🔔 Want reminders for upcoming podcast streams?

🎟️ Ready to transform your teaching (and your summer)?

Grab your ticket to Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

Regulate, Then Educate with Jenn Adams [#173, Summer Sips Series]

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Emotional regulation isn’t just a personal growth tool—it’s one of the most powerful classroom management strategies you have.

In this episode, I’m joined by Jenn Adams from Teach Love Autism to explore how your ability to regulate your own emotions can transform student behavior, reduce classroom chaos, and lead to a more peaceful and effective learning environment. Whether you're a teacher or homeschool parent, this conversation will help you shift from reactive to intentional—and from stressed to centered.

☕ Come listen in as we talk about:

Why emotional regulation is the real secret to classroom management
What it looks like to model regulation for students with diverse needs
How this connects to Jenn’s powerful session at the upcoming Educate & Rejuvenate event

🔔 Want reminders for upcoming podcast streams?

🎟️ Ready to transform your teaching (and your summer)?

Grab your ticket to Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025: educateandrejuvenate.com/summer2025

Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Sips Kickoff Party [#172]

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Ready to sip on something sweet this summer? In this special kickoff episode of the Educate & Rejuvenate Podcast, Kelsey spills all the tea (and coffee!) on the 2025 Summer Event, the new Summer Sips podcast series, and the mission fueling a movement in education. Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool parent, or educator in another space, you're invited to join the “I Educate & ___” revolution.

We had some tech hiccups (classic live stream life!), but once things got rolling, this episode became a celebration of everything Educate & Rejuvenate stands for: support, strategy, community—and a whole lot of fun.

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Savor Your Summer: What Do You Actually Want? [#171]

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Key themes from Savor Your Summer: What Do You Actually Want?:

The power of intentionality: What happens when we slow down and choose how we want to spend our summer?
People-pleasing vs. authentic desires: Kelsey shares a personal bike accident story that hilariously (and insightfully!) highlights how we push ourselves too fast for others.
How to transition mindfully: Using journal prompts and coaching tools from her book Educate and Rejuvenate, Kelsey walks you through a guided exercise to reconnect with your true summer vision.

☀️ A Fresh Start for Summer: What Do YOU Really Want?

School’s out—or almost! But before you fill your calendar with a million "shoulds" and burn out before July 4th, let’s pause. In this final episode of the Ease Into Summer podcast series, Kelsey shares a surprising bike crash story (yes, really!) that perfectly mirrors how so many educators approach summer: rushing, people-pleasing, and forgetting to ask what we actually want. 😅

This episode is an invitation to slow down and savor your summer. Because summer isn't just about catching up—it's about coming back to you.

Judging Yourself for Feeling Burned Out? Let’s Talk [#170]

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

You’ve made it to the final stretch of the school year, and while summer break is right around the corner, you might still be carrying mental baggage from the classroom. That inner voice telling you, “You should’ve done more,” or “You’re not allowed to feel this burned out”—yep, that’s exactly what we’re talking about today. In this live podcast episode from the Ease Into Summer series, we’re tackling the guilt and self-judgment many teachers face at the end of the school year and inviting in something more nourishing: self-compassion.

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Laughing Through the Chaos: An Interview with Anna Kowal [#169]

Mon, 12 May 2025 08:03:00 -0400

What if the chaos of teaching was actually the perfect setup for a good laugh? In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, Kelsey sits down with middle school reading teacher, content creator, and comedy queen Anna Kowal. Together, they explore how laughter can be a form of healing, connection, and radical self-care—especially during the end-of-year madness.

Whether you’re navigating middle school meltdowns or just trying to survive the final weeks of the year, this episode is your permission slip to breathe, smile, and remember: you’re not alone in the chaos.

Curiosity Over Control- What If You Didn’t Need to Force It? [#168]

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

As we near the end of the school year, many teachers and homeschool parents are feeling the pressure to hold it all together. You know the feeling: “If I can just fix this one thing… If I can just make it through the next two weeks… then I’ll be okay.”

But in this episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, we’re flipping the script.

What if you didn’t need to force it?

What if curiosity could bring more peace than control ever could?

Let’s explore how self-observation, emotional check-ins, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) can help you move from survival mode into something more grounded and clear—no fixing required.

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Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2025 Reveal Party! [#167]

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:30:00 -0400

You KNOW I’ve been bursting at the seams to share this… it’s time for the Educate & Rejuvenate 2025 SPEAKER REVEAL PARTY! 🎉

In this special (and super cozy) episode, I went live to spill all the deets on our summer event—including our keynote speaker, the incredible speaker lineup, and some exciting new twists we’re doing this year. Think: more connection, more flexibility, and yes... more giveaways. 🎁

This is your backstage pass to see what’s coming—and why this isn’t just another PD. It’s rejuvenation with your people. 🧘‍♀️💖

🎧 Hit play to get all the scoop, and be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a thing!

In this episode, I went live to give you the full scoop on the 2025 Educate & Rejuvenate Virtual Conference—our fourth annual summer event, and honestly? I think it’s going to be our best one yet. 💃

Here’s what you’ll hear:

✨ Who our keynote speaker is (eek!)
🎤 The full lineup of amazing educators & wellness experts
💻 How the event will work this year (a perfect blend of live + on-demand)
🎁 What giveaways and freebies you can snag (yes, including a planner and a free graduation resource!)
💕 Why this event is more than PD—it's community, encouragement, and JOY

Links from this episode:c

🎟️ Grab your ticket: educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/summer-2025-event
📘 Snag my book Educate & Rejuvenate (affiliate link): amzn.to/4jiYqpl
🎓 Free Graduation Certificates: Download them here
☕ Just for fun: My cute personalized Starbucks cup

Whether this is your first time hearing about the event or you’ve been with us since the Wife Teacher Mommy days (throwback!), this episode will get you pumped to grow, connect, and REJUVENATE this summer. 💛

🎧 Hit that play button, subscribe for more encouragement, and I’ll see you at the event!

Why You Don't Need to Fix Everything Right Now [#166]

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

End-of-year chaos? Check. ✅

That nagging “I’ll feel better once I fix…” thought? Also check. ✅

But what if the very act of trying to fix everything is what’s making it all feel so overwhelming?

Welcome to Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, where we’re kicking off a brand-new series called Ease Into Summer—and we’re starting by calling out a very common belief among teachers, homeschool parents, and administrators alike: “If I can just get through the next two weeks, then everything will be okay.” Sound familiar?

Let’s talk about why you don’t actually need to fix everything right now—and how letting go might be the best way to move forward.

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4 Simple Ways to Relieve End-of-Year Stress [#165]

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The final stretch of the school year can feel like a marathon where you’re somehow expected to sprint the whole way. Testing season, classroom cleanup, IEPs, assemblies, final grades—and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with saying goodbye to your students. It’s no wonder that so many teachers end up exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on fumes.

But here’s the thing: the end of the year doesn’t have to drain you. It’s possible to wrap things up feeling a little more grounded, present, and even energized. In this post, we’re breaking down four simple (but powerful) ways to relieve end-of-year stress so you can finish strong—without burning out in the process.

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The Ideal Week: The Secret to Getting Things Done (Without Burning Out) [#164]

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever feel like you're constantly putting out fires instead of making real progress in your teaching? Do you end the day feeling exhausted, wondering where all of your time went? If so, you're not alone. In today’s post, we explore the “urgency effect” and share practical insights on how to design your week to prioritize what truly matters—both in your classroom and in your life.

Why We’re Taking a Break (and Why You Should Embrace Seasons in Your Life Too) [#163]

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Embracing the Beauty of Seasons: A New Chapter for the Podcast

Life, teaching, and even podcasts flow through seasons. There’s beauty in these cycles, offering opportunities to pause, reflect, and grow. In this spirit, the Educate and Rejuvenate podcast is entering a new phase, one of intentional rest and recalibration. This isn’t goodbye—it’s a chance to create something even better for you, our listeners.

Why Pause?

Just like teaching isn’t about working 80-hour weeks, podcasting isn’t about producing non-stop episodes. Effective educators—and creators—thrive when they focus on what truly matters. After a whirlwind year of rebranding and launching our app, my team and I are taking a short break to refine our content and create a more cohesive and impactful experience for you.

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How to Create Goals In Teaching & Life That ACTUALLY Stick in 2025! [#162]

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Did you know that most people abandon their New Year’s goals within just two weeks? Shocking, right? But it doesn’t have to be your story this year. Whether it’s professional milestones or personal aspirations, I’m here to share strategies that will help you break the cycle and build goals that stick. This blog post is inspired by one of the most impactful sessions from the recent Educate and Rejuvenate Winter Event. Get ready to transform your approach to goal-setting and make 2025 your best year yet!

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Educate & Rejuvenate Winter '24-'25 Reminder!

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Winter Educate & Rejuvenate 24'/25' has begun, have you joined us yet? Pre-recorded sessions are available in the app and live sessions are happening January 7, 8, & 9, 2025. Download the app today to get started!

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Thrive in 2025- Prioritize Yourself While Transforming Your Teaching [#161]

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

2025 is your year to thrive—inside and outside the classroom. It starts with one powerful mindset shift that puts your well-being first without sacrificing your impact. This mindset is the cornerstone of my three-step framework.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, a homeschool parent, or an administrator, this approach helps you overcome burnout and rediscover balance, fulfillment, and joy in your teaching journey. Ready to start thriving? Let’s dive in.

Join the Conference: Register for free and access the live sessions and replays in the Educate & Rejuvenate app. Ready for more support? Upgrade to the Platinum Pass for extended access, exclusive bonuses, and coaching sessions.

My book, Educate & Rejuvenate: A 3-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, takes these concepts even further. It’s available on Amazon.

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What to Do When You Feel Stuck (Listener Favorite)

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Feeling stuck can happen to the best of us—whether it’s mid-school year burnout, unmet goals, or schedules that just aren’t working out. If you’ve ever set ambitious plans only to find yourself in a rut, this episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast is here to help! Let’s dive into practical strategies to reset, recalibrate, and rediscover your momentum.

As teachers, homeschool parents, and busy professionals, we often experience slumps—especially as the school year progresses. Despite our best intentions, life happens, plans go awry, and goals may feel out of reach. But the good news? Feeling stuck is temporary, and there are actionable steps to get back on track.

Refresh Your Teacher Style with Corina Holden [#160]

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever find yourself staring at a full closet, feeling like you have absolutely nothing to wear? Whether you're gearing up for a busy school day or planning a laid-back afternoon at home with the kids, putting together an outfit can feel overwhelming. If that sounds familiar, you're in for a treat. On today’s episode of Educate & Rejuvenate, we chat with Corina Holden, founder of Frump Fighters, who’s here to share her step-by-step framework for transforming your wardrobe. From saving time and money to feeling confident and refreshed, Corina’s insights will make getting dressed a breeze.

Let’s dive in and discover how you can simplify your style and start 2024 with a wardrobe you truly love!

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Unlocking Accountability with Kids & Teens with Francini Estes [#159]

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do your kids promise to do something but fail to follow through?

You’re not alone. Accountability is a struggle for kids and teens, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this week’s Educate & Rejuvenate podcast episode, Francini, a life coach specializing in helping kids with special needs, shares why accountability is challenging for young minds and how you can guide them toward owning their actions. Whether you're a parent or a teacher, her practical strategies—from fostering emotional regulation to creating contracts—offer actionable solutions to empower the next generation.

Let’s explore the insights from this inspiring episode and discover tools that you can start using today!

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7 Ways to Survive The Week Before Winter Break- From The Voices of Teachers Like You (Listener Favorite)

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Hey friend! This week’s episode is a special one because it is our 50th episode! I am so excited to have made it this far and thankful for YOU for listening and making this possible.

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And also one of the busiest! You have so much on your plate from family time to shopping to holiday parties, that’s not even your school duties! It is hard to find a balance between the classroom and all the holiday things you have going on in your life.

With the holidays in full swing and Winter Break approaching fast, this episode is all about how to survive the week before winter break. We wanted to hear tips from real teachers JUST LIKE YOU, so we we gathered ideas, direct quotes, and even voice recordings from OVER 50 teachers in our community to share insight and ideas for the week before Winter Break!

There is so much insight and advice in this one episode! We hear from Kirsten of Kirsten’s Kaboodle, Tara from Teaching on Lemon Lane, Heidi from Second Story Window and so much more! You’ll even get to hear insight from members of the Wife Teacher Mommy Team!

I gathered all of these submissions, found common “THEMES” and broke them down into “7 Ways to Survive the Week Before Winter Break”. You’ll be hearing tips from over 50 teachers in this podcast episode, so you’re bound to find something that resonates with you and will help you make this the “most wonderful time of year”!

When Teaching Gets Tough, Crack a Joke with Leslie Rob [#158]

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

What happens when you mix lesson plans and punchlines? In this episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, high school teacher and comedian Leslie Robb reveals how she uses humor to connect with students and handle those inevitable off-script classroom moments.

Get ready for an inspiring and hilarious conversation that’s packed with real-life stories and actionable insights. Plus, we’ll share exciting details about our upcoming Winter Educate & Rejuvenate 2024-2025 Conference!

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Behind the Scenes of Book Writing with Lizzie Langston [#157]

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Ever wondered how the journey of writing a book can lead to breakthroughs in both life and teaching? Today, I’m thrilled to share an insightful conversation with my dear friend and first-ever life coach, Lizzie Langston, as we dive deep into the transformative process behind writing my book, *Educate and Rejuvenate.* Lizzie was instrumental in helping me shape my ideas, overcome creative blocks, and bring the vision for this book to life. In this conversation, you’ll discover how these insights could profoundly shift how you show up in the classroom and beyond.

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Kids Yoga 101: Simple Breathing and Mindfulness for Every Teacher with Giselle Shardlow from Kids Yoga Stories [#156]

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

What if there was a way to bring calm and focus to your classroom or home without needing extra time, space, or materials? In our latest episode of the *Educate and Rejuvenate* podcast, we explore how kids' yoga and mindful breathing can do just that. Special guest Giselle Shardlow from *Kids Yoga Stories* joins us to share simple, impactful techniques that any teacher or parent can incorporate into daily routines. Here’s a breakdown of our conversation, filled with insights on how yoga and mindfulness can transform both teaching and parenting experiences.

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When Emotions Run High with Chrissy Nichols [#155]

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever feel like your emotions are in overdrive, and you’re unsure what to do about it? Or maybe you know exactly why you're feeling so intense, but handling it is a whole other challenge. In this post, we’re diving into what it really means to experience high emotions, how these big feelings can create both internal and external conflict, and sharing tools to help you navigate it all.

In episode 155 of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, I spoke with my friend and executive function coach Chrissy Nichols. Together, we explored how emotions impact us in powerful ways and how to handle them when they arise unexpectedly. Our conversation touches on everything from workplace dynamics to family gatherings, and we share some of our favorite strategies for moving through intense feelings with grace.

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Join Me On A Cruise! [Bonus]

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

**Podcast Summary for Apple & Spotify**

Join Kelsey and Ashley from Teach Your Heart Out in this lively episode as they dive into details about the 2025 Teach Your Heart Out Cruise—a unique blend of professional development and relaxation for educators! From a sneak peek into exciting bonuses and an adorable suitcase giveaway to in-depth insights on the cruise’s PD sessions, this chat is packed with everything you need to know. Hear about the immersive experience of connecting with other passionate educators, indulging in luxury on the Utopia of the Seas, and even joining a meaningful school visit in the Bahamas. Ashley, a seasoned conference director and educator, shares her favorite highlights, from theme days to must-have tips for first-time cruisers. Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or new to cruising, get ready to plan your dream getaway that’s sure to leave you rejuvenated and inspired.

4 Tricks to Reset a Rough Day of School with Heidi and Emily from Teacher Approved [#154]

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

We’ve all been there: those chaotic days when the kids seem to be running wild, and you’re feeling just as frazzled. It can be overwhelming, and you might find yourself wondering how you’re going to make it through the day. But fear not! In today’s episode of the *Educate and Rejuvenate* podcast, I have the pleasure of chatting with my dear friends, Heidi and Emily from the *Teacher Approved Podcast* and *Second Story Window*. These two incredible teacher sisters have some fantastic tips to help you reset, even on the toughest days. Trust me, you won't want to miss tip number four—it's my absolute favorite!

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2 Simple Hacks to Shift Your Teaching Mindset [#153]

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Alright, y’all, let’s talk about something every teacher goes through—those days when we feel completely overwhelmed, or even like we’re not cut out for this whole teaching gig. I’ve been there, you’ve been there, and trust me, it can wear you down.

But what if I told you there’s a way to shift that negative headspace into something empowering, without feeling like you have to pretend everything’s perfect? You don’t have to stay stuck in those doubts forever! Let me introduce you to the magic of thought work, a tool that will not only change your mindset but could also reignite that fire for teaching you thought you’d lost. Sound good? Let’s dive in.

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Breaks, Rejuvenation, and Free Stuff with Ashleigh Smith [#152]

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

If you’re feeling like teaching is draining every last drop of energy out of you, listen up! We’ve got something special to help you turn that burnout into a breakthrough. Whether you're struggling to find balance or just want to fall back in love with teaching, we’ve got the strategies to help you breathe easy and reignite that passion. So take a deep breath, and let’s talk about how to not just survive this school year—but *thrive*!

To claim your freebie from Ashleigh after you have purchased Educate & Rejuvenate: A Three-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, Renew Your Spirit, and Reignite Your Passion For Life, email us at hello@educateandrejuvenate.com.

This Popular Teacher Quote Totally Sucks, and Here’s Why. (Live Recording) [#151]

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

If you’ve ever felt like you're stuck on the teacher treadmill, running non-stop and wondering where the "off" button is, then you're not alone. Teachers are givers; we know that, but there's got to be a line somewhere, right? It’s time to talk about setting healthy boundaries and finding the joy in teaching again. Trust me, it *is* possible to pour into your students and still have some juice left for yourself!

Unlocking Social Emotional Learning with Lana Penley [#150]

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

You know how life’s all about balance? Well, guess what? The same goes for our schools!

Take this chance to dive into Kelsey's incredible conversation with Lana Penley. It’s a game-changer for creating compassionate school vibes. They're spilling all the tea on how to make our classrooms feel less like test factories and more like safe spaces. Let’s talk about unlocking SEL (Social Emotional Learning) and how these social emotional learning activities can transform our schools into havens of kindness and success. Ready to shake things up? Let’s do this!

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Visit her website unlockingsel.com
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3 Step Coaching Framework Part 3: Align Yourself [#149]

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

If you're a teacher who's feeling like you're running on fumes, trying to juggle a million things at once—this post is for you! Today, we’re talking about finding that sweet spot in your career, where you feel like you’re doing what you love without burning out. We’re diving into how you can align your passion with your day-to-day and really thrive in your teaching journey.

Setting goals is great, but if you’re not aligned with your values, all the goals in the world won’t help you create the life and teaching career you really want. So, today we’re talking about the final step in this 3-step framework to totally transform your teaching life—and it’s all about alignment! We’re going to get you back on track with your purpose and passion. 💪✨

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3 Step Coaching Framework Part 2: Choose Your Direction [#148]

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Feeling stuck and overwhelmed? You’re not alone, and guess what—you don’t have to stay there! Whether you’re juggling lesson plans, students, or family commitments, life can feel like you’re spinning on a hamster wheel. But hold up! Let’s hit pause, take a breath, and get ready to reclaim your direction—both in and out of the classroom. In this post, I’m sharing a 3-step framework to help you reawaken your passion for teaching and rediscover the joy in your life. So, let’s get you back on track with purpose, intention, and a whole lot of heart. It’s time to put yourself back in the driver’s seat, babe!

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Available Now- Educate & Rejuvenate: A Three-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, Renew Your Spirit, and Reignite Your Passion For Life

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Get your copy (or copies!) of Kelsey's book Educate & Rejuvenate: A Three-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, Renew Your Spirit, and Reignite Your Passion For Life today!

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3-Step Coaching Framework Part 1: Observe Yourself [#147]

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Taking a step back and really observing yourself can be a total game-changer. Whether you’re teaching the next generation or just trying to get through your own day, self-observation is like hitting the reset button on your life. So, grab your coffee, put on your comfiest jeans, and get ready to dive into some real talk about why paying attention to your inner world might just be the key to revitalizing your life and your teaching. You in? Let’s do this!

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Sneak Peek: Full Introduction to "Educate & Rejuvenate" Book [#146]

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Let's get real for a second. If you're an educator who's feeling run down, lost in the daily grind, or just plain exhausted, I hear you. Trust me, you're not alone. But here's the good news—there's a way to get your groove back, and it's all wrapped up in a book that might just change your life. In this post, we're diving deep into "Educate & Rejuvenate" by Kelsey Sorensen—a must-read that's gonna help you renew your spirit, reignite that fire in your heart, and bring some serious joy back into your teaching life. So grab a cup of coffee (or maybe something stronger) and get ready to feel inspired!

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The Power of Momentum for Teachers with Jon Osborn [#145]

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever feel stuck in life? Or worse, that everything is headed in the wrong direction? Today on the podcast, I interviewed Jon Osborn, an expert sports psychologist, and we’re talking all about creating momentum—both in your teaching this upcoming school year and in your life. And we basically went off script and got REAL with all of you, so you’re going to want to keep listening! Welcome to E&R the podcast episode 145: The Power of Momentum for Teachers

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How to Delegate More this School Year [#144]

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

If there’s one thing I’ve learned in my career, it’s that you can’t do it all alone—and you don’t have to! Whether you’re teaching a class, running a household, or just trying to keep your head above water, learning to delegate can be a total game-changer. So, let’s dive into how you can take a load off, refuel your spirit, and shine even brighter in your teaching career by embracing the art of delegation.

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Is Chat GPT The Future of Teacher Burnout Prevention with Brittany Blackwell [episode 117]

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Relieve Back to School Stress with the Urgency Matrix [#143]

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

It's that time of year when the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season hits like a whirlwind, and it can feel like you're juggling a million things at once. But don't worry—we've got this! Whether you're gearing up for a classroom full of eager faces, setting up your homeschooling groove, or prepping as an administrator, there's a way to manage all that stress. Today, I'm breaking down the magic of the Urgency Matrix and sharing some killer time management tips to help you conquer the chaos. Let’s dive in and make this school year the best one yet!

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13 Top Resources for Back to School [Replay]

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

It’s back to school time! How do you feel about this time of year? Are you prepared for the upcoming school year?

With school just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what resources you need for back to school. For this episode, I’m going over the top 13 resources for back to school, along with other tips to help your new school year get off to the perfect start.

As I go through I’ll explain how many downloads each resource is for our members OR how much it costs regularly in our shop on TPT if you prefer to purchase a-la-carte!

I dive into the following back to school resources:

Beginning of the Year Review Packets
Back to School Open House Resource
First Week of School Survival Guide
Teacher Essentials Bundle
Teacher Planners (Printable and Digital)
Teacher Planner
Class Decor Packs
Back to School Secret Student Resource
Parent Teacher Conference Form Signs and Reminders
Ready to Go Sub Plans
Drag and Drop Seating Charts
Student Profiles
Editable Sub Binder

We have so many back-to-school resources for you! So don’t worry, we have you covered with ready-to-go resources that will save you time and stress.

You Asked, Our Coaches Answered [#142]

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Key themes from You Asked, Our Coaches Answered:

Embrace Imperfection and Take Small Steps
Action Before Motivation
Reframe Tasks and Set Boundaries
Prioritize and Align with Values
Stay Organized and Support Others

Navigating the Challenges of Teaching and Parenting with Expert Advice

Balancing work, home, and everything in between is tough, especially for educators and parents. In the latest episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, we bring you our coaching panel from our summer 2024 Educate & Rejuvenate conference. Our amazing life coaches dish out some real, down-to-earth advice while answering questions from attendees. Here's the scoop on their top tips to help you stay balanced and motivated!

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A Guided Practice for Processing Emotions [#141]

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Key themes from A Guided Practice for Processing Emotions:

Identifying, naming, and acknowledging feelings helps us navigate them effectively, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.
How to take slow, light, and deep breaths for grounding.

After a long day of teaching, it can feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. But don't worry; I've got your back! In this episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, we are sharing a meditation coaching call that Kelsey did with our Club members about processing our emotions. She breaks it all down for you!

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What Is Group Life Coaching (And Why Is It for Educators?)

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? If you answered yes to either of those questions then this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Educate & Rejuvenate Club and our group life coaching. I’m talking all about group life coaching and how we can help you inside the Club!

Throughout the episode, I explain what it means to be a life coach, particularly if you’re a member of the club. Within life coaching, there are so many different platforms to get coaching and surround yourself with the community.

In the Club you get access to weekly group coaching calls with our certified life coaches for teachers to help you work through the hard stuff and stay focused on your WHY! Each week we’ll discuss common teacher topics voted on by our members, with open time at the end for any questions or concerns you bring to the call.

Don't Miss Your Chance of a "Lifetime"

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

The doors to Educate & Rejuvenate Club are now OPEN! And we are so excited to continue offering our monthly and annual subscriptions along with our new LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP. Visit educateandrejuvenate.com/join for more information.

5 Steps to Set Yourself Up for Success This School Year (at Educate & Rejuvenate 2024) [#140]

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

It is back-to-school season! And Kelsey is ready to get you all pumped up and inspired for the school year ahead! Whether you're an educator or a homeschooling parent, it's time to rejuvenate your spirit and set yourself up for success. Let's dive into these amazing insights from one of Kelsey’s sessions at our virtual Educate & Rejuvenate Summer Conference 2024. These tips are going to help you rock the upcoming school year like a superstar!

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Don't Miss the Virtual Education Event of the Year

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Get your tickets to Educate & Rejuvenate here: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/educate-rejuvenate-summer-2024/

Why You Should Join Us at Our Educate & Rejuvenate Event [BONUS]

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

BONUS EPISODE: Have you been on the fence about joining our Educate & Rejuvenate Conference Summer 2024? Hear from some of our amazing speaker about why you don't want to miss it this year!

Get your tickets here: https://educateandrejuvenate.com/sp/educate-rejuvenate-summer-2024/

The #1 Teaching Tips from the Experts in 2024 [#139]

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

I'm thrilled to dive into something super special today. Imagine gathering the top experts in education, putting them in a room, and giving them just two minutes to share their absolute best tip with every teacher out there. Sounds like a dream, right? Well, guess what? That's exactly what we've done for you today!

We're back with the number one teaching tips from the experts in 2024. I am beyond excited to kick this off again. Last year, this series was a hit – seriously, our top downloaded episodes of 2023! And it's no wonder why. In this episode, you get a treasure trove of inspiration and wisdom from so many incredible educators. It's like getting a year's worth of professional development in just a few minutes.

Stop Feeling Frazzled with Your Schedule with Chanty Macias [#138]

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

I know firsthand how chaotic life can get. Juggling family, career, and personal time, it's easy to feel like you're constantly playing catch-up. But guess what? There's a way to bring harmony into this beautiful mess we call life. Dive into this guide to learn how to master time management and intentional scheduling so you can kick overwhelm to the curb and start thriving. Ready to reclaim your peace? Let’s do this!

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12 Must Listen Podcasts for Back to School [Replay]

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

With school just around the corner, back-to-school time is in full swing! With that in mind, we know it’s important to get inspired for the new school year and we have just the thing for you on today’s episode.

In this replay episode, we have compiled 12 of our must-listen podcasts for back to school. I dive into all of our past episodes that I think will be most helpful to you during this time of year.

67% of 4th Graders Are Behind Grade Level in Reading, How Can We Change This Statistic Together?- with Amy Neilson [#137]

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Get ready to be inspired because the latest episode of the Wife Teacher Mommy podcast is nothing short of a game-changer. Our fabulous host, Kelsey Sorenson, chats with the incredible Amy Neilson, CEO of Planning Playtime and the genius behind the Elite Reading Coach Academy. Together, they dive into the vital importance of education and rejuvenation. Did you know that 67% of 4th graders are behind in reading? Well, Amy’s got some groundbreaking solutions, and you won’t want to miss a second of this conversation!

Key themes from 67% of 4th Graders Are Behind Grade Level in Reading, How Can We Change This Statistic Together?:

Using science-based strategies for effective reading instruction.
Balancing learning and rest for growth, especially during summer break
Finding community by fostering connections and uplifting each other
Become a Reading Coach as a side hustle and as a way to make a difference
Being a life-long learner by embracing continuous growth, and personal development

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The Intentional IEP with Stephanie DeLussey [#136]

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do IEPs make you just want to tear your hair out? Collecting data, getting all the paperwork together, all the meetings, everything that goes into an IEP. Today, I'm interviewing Stephanie DeLussey, owner of The Intentional IEP, and we're talking all about what IEPs are for those who might be new to them, why they are important, how you can streamline the process, and collaborate with others to make IEPs a success.

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Progress is Not a Straight Line, and That's a Good Thing. (Live Podcast Recording) [#135]

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

We want progress to look like a straight line. We expect that. And sometimes we get mad when it’s not. But the reality is life is more nuanced than that- and actually, it’s so much better that way. Welcome to Episode X of E&R The Podcast: Progress is Not A Straight Line (And That’s a Good Thing)

Key themes from Progress Is Not A Straight Line:

Embracing and learning from setbacks for personal and professional growth
Redirection and adjusting plans for resilience
Celebrating self-awareness and creating new pathways
Progress involves setbacks and victories
The impact of coaching on well-being and self-compassion
Finding strength and connection in shared experiences

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4 Reasons Why Affirming Students is the Most Important Goal for Back-to-School [#134]

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Meet Heidi and Emily from The Teacher Approved podcast

Do you ever feel like there’s just not enough time to be the kind of teacher you know you could be? Co-hosts (and sisters!) Heidi and Emily of Second Story Window are here to help you elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Join them as they share research-based and teacher-approved strategies to make your teaching more efficient and more effective than ever before. Count on the Teacher Approved podcast for a weekly serving of bite-sized professional development that you can apply in your classroom today.

What is ATTA BOY? And how it can help you with affirming students

After planning all summer and getting things ready, we know you are eager to start teaching the curriculum when the first day of school finally arrives. And while it’s great to review concepts from last year, that’s not the most important aspect at the beginning of school. You’ve heard us use the acronym ATTA BOY to describe your back-to-school goals, but in today’s episode, we’re sharing why affirming students is your most important goal for back-to-school.

Once we thought about it, we realized that affirming students in the beginning is key to success with the other three goals of training, teaching, and assessing. Building connections with students and creating a safe space for them to learn and grow, impacts their learning, engagement, and behavior. Additionally, we give ideas on how to effectively implement affirming students in your classroom.

It’s normal to want to jump right into learning content right at the beginning, but your students’ learning will be more effective if you start with the affirming goal. So while you’re still planning this summer, don’t forget to include some plans on ways for affirming students.

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Lies We Tell Ourselves as Homeschool Moms with Katie Hedrick [#133]

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Key themes (lies!) discussed in Lies We Tell Ourselves as Homeschool Moms:

Lie #1: I’m not qualified to teach my children
Lie #2: My kids are falling behind
Lie #3: I’m too busy too…
Lie #4: I’m not doing enough or I am not enough

In this episode of Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast, Kelsey along with fellow life coach and homeschool mom, Katie Hedrick host of the Joy At Home podcast delve into the misconceptions and self-deceptions that homeschool moms often face. Their conversation provides support and empowerment to homeschooling moms, acknowledging their fears and doubts while uncovering the truth behind the lies they tell themselves.

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Creating and Honoring Our Boundaries with Barb Flowers [#132]

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Key Themes from Creating and Honoring Boundaries with Barb Flowers

The importance of boundaries to prioritize self-care and well-being
Ways to set limits for managing your time and avoiding over-commitment
How to effectively communicate boundaries and maintain healthy relationships

In today's fast-paced educational landscape, educators often find themselves juggling numerous responsibilities, leading to stress, burnout, and a struggle to prioritize their own well-being. In episode 132 of "Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast," teacher burnout coach Barb Flowers and host Kelsey Sorensen shed light on the critical role of setting boundaries in the context of teaching and personal life.

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How to Have Your Best Summer Yet Part 2 [#131]

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Kelsey highlights a few ways that you can have your best summer yet! Create a stress management plan and use the mindset tools you have to handle stress this summer and to prepare you for the upcoming school year. Design your ideal week schedule to manage your time this summer. Find community and connection for support.

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How to Have Your Best Summer Yet Part 1 [#130]

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

As the school year comes to a close, educators are presented with a golden opportunity to embrace the much-needed respite of summer. In this episode of Educate and Rejuvenate: The Podcast, Kelsey guides us through a transformative journey, focusing on self-reflection and creating an action plan for a rejuvenating summer break. By carefully balancing self-care, personal growth, and professional development, this two-part series aims to ensure that educators make the most of their well-deserved time off.

Reigniting Your Passion for Teaching:

Kelsey shares her struggles with juggling work and family and acknowledges the challenges of balancing commitments. These episodes encourage educators to reignite the spark of excitement in teaching during the summer break. By tapping into your energy and passion, educators are guided to restore themselves to a former state of vigor or create something completely new and fresh.

Rejuvenating Your Mind, Body, and Space:

The importance of physical and mental rejuvenation is emphasized, with a focus on addressing stress-related health issues and rewiring negative thought patterns. To do so, Kelsey asks a series of questions for you to ask yourself. Write down your answers to the questions (especially to the questions that resonate with you!).

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Small Groups in the Science of Reading Classroom with Malia Hollowell [#129]

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Mastering Small Groups and Literacy Centers: A Science of Reading Approach

In episode 129 of "Educate and Rejuvenate: The Podcast," Malia Hollowell sheds light on the importance of small groups in the science of reading classroom. With over 67% of 4th graders in the United States reading below grade level, implementing effective small groups becomes crucial. Malia is a science of reading expert and emphasizes the significance of aligning small group instruction with the science of reading principles. Let's delve deeper into the strategies and tips discussed in the episode.

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Let's Talk About Mental Health with Kristina Kuzmic [#128]

Tue, 21 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

The stigma surrounding mental health is a pervasive issue that often prevents open and honest discussions. In this episode, Kelsey sits down with Kristina Kuzmic to delve into the complexities of mental health and the impact it has on parenting, education, and personal well-being. This candid conversation explores the challenges, triumphs, and importance of addressing mental health with empathy and understanding.

Our upcoming Educate and Rejuvenate Conference will feature Kristina Kuzmic as a keynote speaker. If you want to hear more from Kristina, be sure to grab your ticket at educateandrejuvenate.com.

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Welcome to Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast [#127]

Tue, 14 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

The Rebranding Journey from Wife Teacher Mommy to Educate & Rejuvenate

In episode 127, Kelsey announces the evolution of "Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast" to "Educate and Rejuvenate: The Podcast." This transition fits into our mission to help educators not only thrive but also revitalize their passion for teaching. Did you know that a recent Gallup panel found that 44% of teachers reported feeling consistently burned out? Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast aims to help educators in the classroom, at their kitchen table, or anywhere in between to be proactive in addressing the feelings of burnout.

Kelsey shares her 3-step coaching framework (from her upcoming book!) emphasizing the importance of being the observer, choosing a direction, and aligning oneself. This framework lays the foundation for educators to cultivate self-awareness, set intentional goals, and ensure alignment with their values. At its core, the framework is designed to provide educators with the tools needed to thrive in their profession while prioritizing personal growth and well-being.

Educate & Rejuvenate Conference and Book Release

Along with our rebranding, we have several exciting things coming up! Our Educate and Rejuvenate conference will feature compelling keynotes by Kristina Kuzmic and Gaspare Randazzo and in-depth sessions focused on the holistic development of educators. Join us live for the conference on July 16th & 17th, 2024, (if you can’t make it live, you can watch the replays!). This conference will be a powerful platform for educators to engage, learn, and connect with like-minded individuals.

Also, we are so excited about Kelsey’s upcoming book, "Educate and Rejuvenate: A 3-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, Renew Your Spirit, and Reignite Your Passion for Life." Stay tuned for ALL the information about when and how you can get your hands on a copy!

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126. Goodbye to Wife Teacher Mommy

Tue, 07 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Kelsey reflects on the podcast's evolution and exciting upcoming changes in this finale episode of Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast. What is happening to Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast? Be sure to listen to next week’s episode to find out!

Throughout the episode, Kelsey reflects on her journey from when she started Wife Teacher Mommy 10 years ago to today, from initially focusing on teaching tips and strategies to embracing life coaching to help with educators' well-being.

With a sense of anticipation and renewed energy, we bid farewell to Wife Teacher Mommy while welcoming a new chapter. Our upcoming rebranding promises an inclusive space catering to educators' diverse needs. As the podcast prepares to embark on its next phase, the values of community, growth, and continual learning remain at its core, serving as a beacon of support for educators navigating the intricate tapestry of their professional and personal lives.

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125. How to Create An Intentional Life As An Educator- Expert Coaching Panel

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

In episode 125 of Wife, Teacher, Mommy: The Podcast, our life coaches, including, host Kelsey Sorensen, Bonnie Wiscombe, Chrissy Nichols, Francini Estes, and Kamee Bisson share their insights and personal experiences, focusing on how educators & homeschool parents can create intentional lives and alleviate burnout and overwhelm.

Self-Care and Time Management Strategies

One of the key themes the coaching panel discusses in the episode is the importance of self-care and effective time management within an educator's busy schedule. Our coaches emphasize the significance of daily care, goal setting, and scheduling backward design. They share valuable insights on time management and befriending the calendar. "Me time" is highlighted as essential for maintaining balance, including practical suggestions for integrating self-care into daily routines, such as utilizing pockets of time during children's activities for personal rejuvenation.

Mindset and Personal Empowerment

In the episode, our coaches delve deep into the power of mindset and personal empowerment in combating overwhelm and reclaiming a sense of control. They emphasize the necessity of recognizing one's agency in navigating overwhelming circumstances, by encouraging listeners to assess their priorities and release unnecessary burdens to alleviate stress. Additionally, they advocate for using the phrase "I choose" to reclaim personal power and regain control in daily decision-making so that you can make intentional choices aligned with your well-being.

Balancing Responsibilities and Self-Care

A central focus of the discussion is the delicate balance between professional responsibilities and self-care. Our coaches highlight the importance of setting an achievable "minimum baseline" with your daily goals. Plus, they advocate for a mindful approach to balancing internal thought patterns and attitudes by journaling and reframing your thoughts to manage overwhelm and find joy in the face of challenges.

Conclusion and Actionable Insights

The insights and strategies offered by our coaches in this episode present actionable steps for educators and homeschool parents to cultivate intentional lives and navigate the complexities of their professional roles. The wisdom our panel shares underscores the significance of self-care, empowerment, mindful scheduling, and flexibility as foundational pillars for creating intentional and fulfilling lives in the education field. By embracing these principles, educators can foster resilience and well-being, ultimately enhancing their effectiveness and impact in the classroom and beyond. With practical strategies and transformative perspectives, our Wife Teacher Mommy coaches illuminate a pathway for educators and homeschool parents to embrace intentional living, nurture self-care, and ultimately craft lives of intention, purpose, and fulfillment.

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Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic (Replay)

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This is one of my favorite podcast episodes that I’ve ever done! I have been a fan of today’s guest for a long time, so this interview was a pinch-me moment.

Our guest today is Kristina Kuzmic! You may know her from Instagram, TikTok, Oprah, or as the author of her best-selling book “Hold On But Don’t Hold Still”. Chances are you’ve seen Kristina.

Kristina Kuzmic is a cheerleader for her fellow humans. It’s not something she ever anticipated doing, but after immigrating to America from Croatia during the war in her homeland and later facing more challenges (divorce, single parenting, poverty, depression…), Kristina wanted to be for others what she wished someone had been for her during her darkest hours.

In 2011, when Oprah crowned Kristina the winner of Mark Burnett’s reality TV competition “Oprah’s Search for the Next TV Star,” Oprah said, “What is that THING…that’s so charming and charismatic and connected to the audience that makes you feel like, ‘I know her, I want to be her, I’m like her’… Kristina has all of that. She is an ‘IT PLUS’ girl… I wanna watch her!”

Since working with Oprah, Kristina has branched out on her own, creating videos about juggling all of life’s challenges and encouraging her audience to prioritize their mental health. She has quickly become a viral sensation with 2.9 million Facebook followers and well over half a million Instagram followers.

Now, with over one billion video views, Kristina is providing her audience with encouragement, hope, and humor in a role she never expected to fill.

Typically Kristina offers support and insight on parenting, but in this episode, she dives into subjects and insight that is applicable not only to parents but to teachers as well. This episode will give you inspiration, motivation, and laughs. You don’t want to miss it!

If you enjoy this interview, be sure to join us at Summer Educate and Rejuvenate! You’ll get to be there live interacting in Zoom with Kristina and other teachers enjoying the conference. Get your tickets here!

124. Stop Taking Away Recess (And Do This Instead)

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Recently, we shared a post on Instagram that explained why I don’t love the idea of taking away recess as a punishment for not completing work. We got a lot of engagement on this post,

We heard a lot of feedback from our followers asking if we had a solution, so I decided to do a podcast episode about the benefits of recess and why it should not be taken away as a punishment. Today I'm diving into the positive impacts of recess.

I believe recess is just as important as academic subjects. Movement is necessary for kids to regulate their nervous system and they need to be able to do that throughout the day. If you don't give children an opportunity to get active and use energy, they won't have a chance to regulate their nervous system.

I love focusing on positive rewards with kids. One of the ideas I share in this episode is instead of taking away recess, try incentivizing extra recess, free time at the end of the day, or other special privileges when they complete their work.

For example, if students last 10-15 minutes of your school day, you can reward them with free time as long as their work is complete. Kids who have not finished their work or who didn’t follow the rules as expected will need to finish their work or have reflection time instead.

This way as a natural consequence, the kids will lose that time- without losing the recess time that is essential to their ability to regulate.

Today's episode offers valuable insights into the benefits of recess in schools and offers practical solutions to help kids regulate their nervous system through movement. You don't want to miss it.

And if you'd like more inspiration, be sure to join us at our upcoming Educate and Rejuvenate event this summer. Visit www.educateandrejuvenate.com to register and learn more today!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/recess/

Key points about tips why we should stop taking recess away:

The importance of recess
How taking away recess can have negative effects
The benefits of movement for children
How movement helps regulate the nervous system
The benefits of incentivizing extra recess or free time as rewards for completing tasks
And so much more!

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123. My Top 4 Tips For Self Actualization As an Educator

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

I just got back from the incredibly inspirational I Can Do It conference and I am so energized and inspired. I experience so many benefits from attending these conferences all about self improvement. So I wanted to share the 4 main takeaway points that I learned at this special conference!

We are going to be talking all about what I learned and was inspired by. I got to hear from so many speakers that offered valuable insights on self-worth, health, memory enhancement, and personal development. I felt so inspired at this conference that I wanted to pass it on to you on today's podcast.

The top 4 tips for self actualization that I dive into:

Interconnected Health Systems: I talk about the interconnectedness of emotional, metabolic, nervous, microbial, immune, and hormonal systems in maintaining overall health.
Prioritizing Healing: Allocating time for personal healing amidst life's demands is so important.
Discovering Authentic Self: I dive into the importance of embarking on a journey of self-discovery and embrace your true, authentic selves.
Community Support: The power of community in personal growth is so real. Shared experiences and mutual encouragement in educational and personal endeavors is invaluable.

Those are just a preview of what we dive into in this episode which is full of inspiration to help you achieve self actualization. Whether you're new to the classroom or a veteran teacher, you won't want to miss this episode that is sure to inspire you.

And if you'd like more inspiration, be sure to join us at our upcoming Educate and Rejuvenate event this summer. Visit www.educateandrejuvenate.com to register and learn more today!

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122. How Yoga Can Help You Calm Your Teacher Life with Brett Larkin

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Whether you practice yoga, are new to yoga or have never done it, you are going to get a lot of inspiration on todays episode on how to calm your teacher life with yoga. We're all about the key benefits of yoga and how it can positively benefit your teacher life with yoga expert and Summer 2024 Educate and Rejuvenate Speaker, Brett Larkin.

Brett Larkin is the founder of Uplifted Yoga and the author of Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. Brett helps her students find their authentic voice, create thriving online communities, and accelerate their yoga and wellness business revenue.

On today's special episode, we're talking all about how to calm your teacher life with yoga. Brett goes over key benefits to adding yoga into your life and benefits it can add to you teacher life.

Brett dives into how yoga is not just about fancy poses seen on social media. She explains how it's a science of energy management and how it can be beneficial for busy moms and teachers. She explains that the true essence of yoga lies in its ability to help us manage our energy amidst life's challenges, rather than focusing solely on relaxation or physical postures.

Brett provides actionable tips on how to use yoga in action. She dives into the Yuga Sutras: self-awareness, intentional transformation, and surrendering control, which are essential for personal growth and parenting.

This episode is not just for listeners that practice yoga. This episode is full of inspiration on how to be intentional, slow down and be mindful. You don't want to miss it!

And don't miss Brett at this summer's Educate and Rejuvenate conference. Grab your ticket today if you haven't already. Go to educateandrejuvenate.com

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121. Netflix's "The Trust" Secrets, Teacher Work Hours & More with Gaspare Randazzo

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

We have a special guest with us on today's podcast! He has been on the podcast before and was a guest speaker at our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event last you. Since we saw him last, he's been on a hit Netflix show and is selling out shows. We have NYC teacher, stand-up comedian, and Educate & Rejuvenate Summer 2024 keynote speaker, Gaspare Randazzo!

Gaspare Randazzo is a teacher in his 11th year in the classroom. When he's not in the classroom, you can find Gaspare doing stand up comedy where he talks about his life as a teacher and his experiences dealing with students from all walks of life. His stories range from students hating him and wanting to punch him in the face to them loving him and bringing him school lunch trays to eat during every period. You may know him from Instagram, TikTok, Co-Host of "The Social Studies Podcast with Joe Dombroski and Gaspare Randazzo" or from the Netflix show, The Trust.

And in case you haven't heard, Gaspare is one of the keynote speakers for this summer's Educate and Rejuvenate alongside Kristina Kuzmic.

We had such a fun conversation on today's episode. Gaspare shares insights into his experience on Netflix's hit reality show, "The Trust,". Gaspare provides behind-the-scenes insight, dives into the show's editing process, the emotional experience of being on a reality show, the audition process and so much more.

We also catch up with how his teacher life and stand up comedy are going. He shares funny stories about how his students have reacted to him being on a Netflix show, how his stand up comedy has changed and more.

If you enjoy this interview, be sure to join us at this summer's Educate and Rejuvenate. It's going to be hilarious AND inspring. You do not want to miss it! Click here to learn more.

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Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers or Homeschool Parents (REPLAY)

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

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120. Make Your Goals Easy with Minimum Baselines

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This is the first episode I've recorded by myself here since the Self-Love Challenge! That means it's almost been a month since I've been in the studio to record a new episode. I'm so excited! Today we are talking all about how to make your goals easy with minimum baselines.

We touched on making goals easy during the Self Love Challenge and when I was doing one of the calls with the Club and VIP challengers. One of the concepts that our community wanted to discuss more was around the concept of minimum baselines and making it EASY, so we're diving into it today.

How many times have you said you’ll start something, but then it doesn’t happen? Chances are you weren’t specific about what you wanted to do and when, making it easy for us to skip it. Or you expected to jump from 0 to 60. Doing this makes your goals harder not easier, so it's easier to not keep your goals.

MINIMUM BASELINES are a great way to clarify what we want and implement habit stacking, a crucial component to creating lasting habits.

We also want to make completing the routine easy, even on the busiest days. This is where we want to make a minimum baseline for each routine step. The point of a minimum baseline is to set the bar low for what is acceptable for the habit, making success easy. So often, we feel the need for things like this to be significant every time to be meaningful. But it’s more about building habits and routines than anything else.

This is just one of the ideas we dive into today. If you want to make your goals easy, one way to do that is by making it super basic and easy to where it almost feels silly and pointless. If you want to learn how to keep your goals better, make long lasting routines and more, keep listening to today's episode!

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119. Expert Panel: All Your Questions Answered By Our Life Coaches!

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This is our first episode following the Self Love Challenge and I wanted to make it a special one! So I brought in some of my friends and amazing life coaches. You are going to be hearing from an expert panel of some of my favorite life coaches.

On today’s episode, we are going to be diving into all things self help. This discussion was pulled from one of our Educate and Rejuvenate event where we hosted a live life coach panel and answered questions submitted by viewers.

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Keeping The Self Love Going All Year Long (Live Wrap Up Call!)

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

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Celebrate Your Wins & Progress (DAY #14- SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Reflect on your personal growth over the two-week self-love challenge, celebrating your commitment and progress. Consider how you will sustain this self-love practice in the future by observing yourself, choosing your direction, and aligning yourself with your values. Explore resources like podcasts, books, and therapy, or join support groups like Wife Teacher Mommy Club to continue your journey toward self-love and personal fulfillment.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

How Self-Compassion Connects Us with Others (DAY #13 Self Love Challenge)

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Throughout this challenge, we’ve explored self-love and self-compassion, recognizing the importance of being gentle with ourselves, acknowledging our shared humanity, and practicing mindfulness. By extending compassion to ourselves, we foster connections with others and acknowledge our interconnectedness in the human experience. Through practices like loving-kindness meditation and reflecting on our actions and relationships, we deepen our self-love and its positive impact on our interactions with others, fostering a sense of community and connection.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Creating A Self Love Affirmation (DAY #12 Self Love Challenge)

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Create a self-love affirmation that integrates thoughts, feelings, actions, and results from the lessons learned in the challenge, ensuring beliefs are realistic and resonate with you. Reflect on thoughts like self-acceptance and compassion, feelings of curiosity and love, actions such as setting boundaries and honoring values, and results like living joyfully and unconditionally loving oneself and others. Regularly recite and integrate the affirmation into daily routines for ongoing self-care and growth.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Showing Yourself Love vs Expectations of Others (DAY #11 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

We are inherently wired for connection, seeking love and validation from others as a biological imperative, according to interpersonal neurobiology. The concept of manuals for others highlights the tendency to hold unspoken expectations for loved ones, which can lead to disappointment and hinder genuine connection; fostering internal validation rather than relying solely on external sources enables a more fulfilling and unconditional experience of love.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

People Pleasing and Setting Boundaries (DAY #10 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

On Day 10 of the challenge, the focus shifts to people-pleasing behaviors and self-abandonment tendencies, rooted in the desire for external validation and fear of negative emotions. Participants are encouraged to identify instances of people-pleasing, recognize self-abandonment patterns, and establish healthy boundaries as an act of self-love, fostering internal validation and emotional well-being. Through reflection in their journals, individuals can discern areas of self-neglect and formulate strategies to prioritize their own needs and boundaries effectively.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Prioritizing Your Needs As You Schedule (DAY #9 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Prioritizing self-care over to-do lists is paramount, acknowledging the importance of maintaining balance amidst professional and personal responsibilities. By distinguishing between urgent and important tasks, and implementing a weekly planning process that includes self-care, participants can overcome the urgency effect and cultivate a more intentional approach to scheduling, fostering self-love and grace in the process of adapting and improving routines.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Alignment vs Balance (DAY #8 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Reflecting on the framework presented, the journey toward self-alignment involves observing ourselves, choosing a direction aligned with our values, and ensuring our actions reflect our chosen path. While balance concerns the distribution of time among various life aspects, alignment focuses on the direction each area takes by our desires and values, leading to a more purposeful and fulfilling life. Creating morning and evening routines centered on our priorities facilitates alignment, emphasizing the importance of clarity and intentional choices over mere time management.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Reconnect With Your Inner 7-Year-Old (DAY #7- SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Reconnect with your past self by envisioning your younger self writing a letter back to you, reflecting on the joy and innocence of childhood, and considering what brought you joy back then that may still resonate with you now. Delve into your inner wounds and neglected needs from childhood, considering how they might still impact you as an adult, as you tap into your 7-year-old self’s experiences for insight and healing.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

What Do You Love?(DAY #6- SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Sun, 11 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Today’s focus shifts to deep reflection through journaling, where you’ll explore questions about what’s working well in your life, what you love, how you’re making room for these things, and how your values are reflected in your life, aiming to align your actions with your true desires and values for greater fulfillment.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

What Is Your Body Telling You? (DAY #5- SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Let’s take a moment to shift our focus from the chatter in our minds to the wisdom of our bodies and emotions. While thought work is powerful, it’s not the only tool we need; incorporating somatic techniques can help us bridge the mind-body connection. So, let’s resist the urge to push away or react to our feelings; instead, let’s embrace them with compassion, allowing them to flow through us as we engage in body scans and reflective questions to deepen our self-awareness.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Loving Your Body (DAY #4- SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Acknowledging societal pressures on body image, it’s crucial to recognize that positive body image entails understanding and loving our bodies beyond mere aesthetics. Self-love involves appreciating our bodies for their capabilities and making choices rooted in self-care rather than external expectations, prompting participants to list five things they love about their physical bodies and reflect on what their bodies have enabled them to do in their journals, fostering self-compassion and a deeper connection with their bodies.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Would You Say That To Them? (DAY #3 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Reflecting on the importance of self-talk, we acknowledge that our thoughts shape our feelings and actions, prompting a reevaluation of negative self-perceptions through compassionate introspection and considering how we’d treat our younger selves. To foster self-love, participants are challenged to write a letter to their younger selves, recognizing achievements and embracing the journey ahead, with upcoming discussions focusing on nurturing our bodies and soothing self-talk.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Observing Self-Talk/Thoughts and Beliefs About Ourselves (DAY #2 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Compassionately acknowledging our current thoughts and actions, we recognize that there’s wisdom in where we are, debunking the notion of “shoulds” and cognitive distortions. While being observers of ourselves, we learn to adjust our thoughts and actions using the metaphor of a magic dial, aligning ourselves with self-love, acceptance, and compassion daily as we navigate teaching, parenting, and life.

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Your Self Love Baseline (DAY #1 SELF LOVE CHALLENGE)

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

First, I want to congratulate you for being here. By doing so, you have showed love to yourself already. You made a microcommitment to yourself simply in the one-second decision to hit "play" on day one of this challenge. This isn't just a checklist of action items- but a challenge where I want you to see noticeable progress in your connection with yourself. This is so important- and it's not just to be self-serving.

BUT to see the difference this challenge makes, we need a baseline. We need to understand where you are now as far as your self-love goes, so you can see the transformation that happens in the next 14 days. So I'm going to start by explaining the importance of observation and awareness of ourselves. You'll learn exactly how to do that today!

**FOR BONUS ENTRIES in the self-love challenge, RATE AND REVIEW Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts! And make sure to SUBSCRIBE on your favorite platform so you don't miss an episode!**

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For more show notes and a complete playlist, visit https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-love-challenge-playlist/

Introducing the 14 Day Self Love Challenge

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

We've been talking about this as a team for a few months now, and I am so excited that this challenge is finally here! The goal of this challenge is to make starting a more intentional practice of self-love so simple to fit into your day that it can fit into your everyday life over the next 14 days with ease.... simply by putting in your earbuds and pressing play each day.

Each episode will go LIVE on the podcast, but for the full experience, you'll need to REGISTER HERE to get your scorecard/tracker and to get the journal prompt emailed to you each day. Registration is FREE: wifeteachermommy.com/selflovechallenge

This challenge has been a lot of work and prep, even more so than the regular podcast- and I also feel it's some of the best work I've done yet on the podcast. Lots of time and expense has gone into this and I want it to impact as many teachers and homeschool parents as possible. I feel it's truly what every teacher needs. We have a goal to get at least 5,000 teachers registered for this challenge in the first month, and THEN to keep it going- to have this challenge continue running whenever a new teacher stumbles across it, as this is a challenge that any eductor can start anytime, anywhere. Super accessible.

A few things you can do to help me help as many educators as possible and to reach our goal:

1) Rate & Review Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast on Apple Podcasts, if you haven't already done so.

2) Share the link to register for the FREE challenge with all of your teacher friends. SHARE THE LOVE.

Get the FULL Self Love Challenge experience FOR FREE! Register here for your scorecard to track your progress and submit your completed scorecard to enter to win prizes such as (list). We'll also email you the daily challenge and journal prompt and an invite to the LIVE podcast recording wrap-up call on Febuary 21st. It's FREE: (LINK)

Want EVEN MORE support? Join us in Wife Teacher Mommy Club for live coaching, . For the month of Feburuary 2024 only to celebrate the launch of the self love challenge, get your first month for just $14: (LINK)

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Self Care for Moms (EXCLUSIVE Full Coaching Call!)

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? If you answered yes then this episode is for you! On today’s show we're diving into a Wife Teacher Mommy life coaching that is all about self care for moms.

We are pulling out a coaching call from the archives of the Club all about self care for moms. This coaching call is from February of 2023 and it is actually the FIRST call I did as a coach inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club! So most of our listeners have probably NOT heard this call yet.

I also got PERMISSION to leave one of the actual coaching clips in this call- which I'm super excited about. My adorable SISTER came on for coaching during this call and gave me the okay to include it in the podcast.

Funny story- my team didn't even know she was my sister when I was coaching her- and I totally kept my cool as a coach even though I wanted to say "Wait! You're doing an audition again and you didn't tell me?!" It was a memorable first coaching call.

The timing of this episode is perfect. Self-care is a big part of SELF LOVE. And our SELF LOVE challenge on the podcast is going to begin NEXT WEEK.

The plan for the Self Love Challenge is that every day for 2 weeks in the month of February, I'm going to have a short episode for you with a daily coaching on self care and something for you to think about or a challenge to do. And as you go through each day, you'll learn so much about yourself and how you can show yourself love in so many different ways. You'll also understand how and why this is so important. You’re going to want to sign up here: wifeteachermommy.com/selfcarechallenge to get the full experience.

BUT, for today, you'll get to enjoy this amazing coaching on self care. You won't want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-care-for-moms/

Resources mentioned:

The Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Life (REPLAY)

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

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How To Make an Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick to It!) (Listener Favorite)

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

This is a replay of a listener favorite episode. Head over to the shownotes:

https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/intentional-schedule

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118. The Top 5 Teacher Podcasts In 2024

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Are you excited for 2024? We're just over a week into the New Year and I am really excited. We're getting ready for our Vision Board Challenge right now and have so much inspiration for you to help in your teacher life.

Another way we're sharing inspiration is through our podcast. If you're reading this or listening to our podcast, you're a fan of podcasts too. Today's episode is all about finding inspiration in podcasts. I'm sharing the top 5 teacher podcasts of 2024!

On today's episode, I'm sharing 5 of my top teacher podcasts that will help you in your teacher life and give you inspiration. We're diving into podcasts that I love that will help you stay motivated and inspired throughout 2024.

Here is a list of the podcasts I mention along with an episode I recommend you listen to:

I love podcasts and I especially love teacher centered podcasts. They are an amazing way to get productive ideas and inspiration while we’re doing errands, driving, working out and more. Be sure to save and follow these incredible podcasts that I share. You do not want to miss these top 5 teacher podcasts.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/top-5-teacher-podcasts/

Resources mentioned:

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

New Year Vision Board Challenge + 3 Steps to Transform Your Life with a Vision Board (REPLAY)

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Go to www.wifeteachermommy.com/visionboard today to sign up for the Vision Board Challenge.

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

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117. Is Chat GPT The Future of Teacher Burnout Prevention with Brittany Blackwell

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

We're getting closer to Christmas for those of you who celebrate… can you believe it? December has just been flying by! I hope you get some time to rest this holiday break and that this podcast can help you feel like you have the support you need during this time.

To celebrate this event, I've been having some of the speakers on the podcast to give you a taste of just how awesome they are. We have the amazing Brittany Blackwell from The Resilient Teacher Podcast co-hosting the podcast today and she's talking all about Chat GPT and teacher burnout prevention.

This episode was originally aired on her show The Resilient Teacher Podcast.

Brittany Blackwell, M.Ed. is an award-winning special educator, podcast host of "The Resilient Teacher Podcast", and teacher resilience strategist from South Carolina with over ten years of experience working with elementary and middle school classrooms. Brittany is no stranger to teacher burnout and has a passion for empowering teachers and educational leaders to prioritize their mental health and develop stress management and self-care skills for teachers.

In this episode, Brittany breaks down the potential of AI in helping teachers prevent burnout and gives actionable tips avoiding burnout as a teacher. She also dives into the significance of prioritizing yourself in order to have the energy and mindset to support others.

A lot of us have felt nervous feelings about AI and things such as plagiarism, lack of creativity, etc. She talks about different ways we can think of AI to put our mind at ease with some of these things- and I love that she took some time to talk about the mindset behind all of this before diving into the tips because as you know if you listen here often, I love talking about the mindset behind things as well as it really impacts the benefits we get out of anything.

And if you love what you hear in this episode, you'll get even MORE at Winter E&R. She's doing a brand new presentation for the first time with us live on December 28, you'll get to ask your questions, interact, and more! Go to www.educateandrejuvenate.com to get access today!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-burnout-prevention/

116. A Taste of Educate and Rejuvenate

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

I am super excited that our Winter Educate & Rejuvenate event is coming up. These Educate and Rejuvenate events are one of my favorite things we offer at Wife Teacher Mommy. Whether you've been to one of our past events or still haven't made it to one, it is an amazing, inspirational event you DO NOT want to miss.

On today's episode, I break down how the day will go in order during our Winter E&R event so everyone on the podcast will get a little taste of the goodness that is about to happen and understand what exactly is going to happen at the event.

Along breaking down the event for you, I play some WISDOM from each of our guests from Winter E&R with a little snippet from past interviews. You'll hear from Chrissy Nichols, Kayla Jules, Brittany Blackwell and more! There's so much inspiration in this one episode.

Most of the clips I play come from a PREVIOUS episode on the podcast, so if you want more to listen to as you're wrapping gifts or running holiday errands, I'll mention the episodes each of these guests are featured in and you can find a list of the mentioned episodes below.

You'll hear some solid advice, tips, and inspiration from this episode as well as a fun peek behind the scenes of how our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate will unfold.

And if you're looking for some extra teacher support, be sure to check out Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event. I'd love for you to JOIN US at our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event! You'll get to learn the coaching tools and strategies that Hannah and I discussed on the show, plus enjoy a yoga/meditation with Lizzie Langston, a Comedy Keynote with Kayla Jules, and how to simplify your life with AI with Brittany Blackwell.

It's going to be an awesome time- go to educateandrejuvenate.com to learn more- you'll get a one-month trial of the club to join us at the event. And if it's past December 2023, you can still join us in the Club and attend any future events! Go to wifeteachermommy.com/club to learn more.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/educate-and-rejuvenate/

Resources mentioned:

115. From Veteran Teacher Slump to Best Teacher Life with Hannah Guajardo

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever experienced a teacher slump? Whether you're a veteran teacher or new to teaching, I'm sure you've experienced some kind of slump that's left you feeling disenchanted with teaching. We're addressing how to overcome a teacher slump to find your best teacher life on today's episode.

On today's special episode, you'll get to hear from veteran teacher and Wife Teacher Mommy community member, Hannah Guajardo and hear all about her experience during a veteran teacher slump, and how she got out of it.

Hannah began her professional career as a special education teacher 18 years ago Hannah taught middle school as a special education inclusion teacher for 14 years. She is now in her 4th year of teaching inclusion at an elementary school in the large school district she grew up in right outside of Dallas, Texas.

Hannah joined the Wife Teacher Mommy community during the 2023 Summer Educate and Rejuvenate. It's so amazing how far she has come since then.

During this episode, Hannah shares her own experience and provides valuable tips on how to overcome overcome a slump as a teacher. She emphasizes the importance of having compassion and empathy for ourselves and others.

Whether you're a veteran teacher, or new to teaching, you can still learn some awesome things from this episode to help you grow and learn as a teacher. Don't miss it!

And if you're looking for some extra teacher support, be sure to check out Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event. I'd love for you to JOIN US at our Winter Educate and Rejuvenate event! You'll get to learn the coaching tools and strategies that Hannah and I talked about on the show, plus enjoy a yoga/meditation with Lizzie Langston, Comedy Keynote with Kayla Jules, and how to simplify your life with AI with Brittany Blackwell.

It's going to be an awesome time- go to educateandrejuvenate.com to learn more- you'll get a one month trial of the club to join us at the event. And if it's past December 2023, you can still join us in the Club and attend any future events! Go to wifeteachermommy.com/club to learn more.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-slump/

In this episode on overcoming a teacher slump, we discuss:

What a teacher slump is and how you can learn to overcome it
How Hannah overcame her veteran teacher slump
The importance of finding compassion and empathy for ourselves and others
Why it's important to have a support system in place
Strategies for addressing lows you may come across in your career
The importance of support from the teacher community
Finding fulfillment in teaching

Resources mentioned:

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

114. Self Care, Laughter & Community with Kayla Jules

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

With the holiday season in full swing, it's easy to get caught up in the rush and forget about taking care of your self. Today's episode is a reminder to slow down. We're talking all about self care, laugher and community with special guest, Kayla Jules.

Kayla Jules is a fourth-year, 5th-grade teacher in Texas. Kayla enjoys teaching so much that she shares her love and favorite funny moments on social media. While in the classroom, she is currently a Master’s student at her alma mater, Texas Tech, pursuing a degree in Education Policy.

She is the Civic Engagement Ambassador for her school, a mentor to teachers and college students, and a part of the Legislative Leadership Committee in her district. With this experience, she hopes to one day work for a non-profit that advocates for students and teachers.

From kids sneezing all over to dancing Tik Toks, we talk all things teacher laughs as well as self care, mental health, and the importance of community, we're answering all of these questions and so much more.

Along with being today's podcast guest, Kayla will be a special comedy keynote speaker at our upcoming Winter Educate and Rejuvenate.

Kayla will be doing a comedy keynote with some light-hearted stories from the classroom. She will bring realness and humor to her session that all teachers & homeschool will find relatable.

Get a sneak peek of what Kayla will be sharing at Winter Educate and Rejuvenate on today's special episode. And don't forget to register for Winter Educate and Rejuvenate!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-care/

Key points on self care, laughter and community with Kayla Jules:

What Kayla will be talking about at Winter Educate and Rejuvenate
Why self-care should be integrated into your everyday life and the classroom
The importance of laughter as a teacher
Why it is import to be engaged with you community
What Winter Educate and Rejuvenate is
How collaboration and sharing perspectives among educators can lead to improving self-care practices

113. Master the Self Coaching Model

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Hey friend! I hope you're having a good week and were able to enjoy Thanksgiving with your family and loved ones!

I am SO PUMPED about today's episode. This week was GOING to be an interview with an amazing life coach and DOCTOR who has been part of scholarly research studies that prove that what we do as certified coaches with our work really works and changes lives. BUT, she had to reschedule to another time, which is totally fine- and this actually makes this super special because but today you're going to get to see what it's like to listen to coaching on the private podcast.

This special episode is an AMAZING coaching call that happened inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club and it is all about how to master the self coaching model!

This coaching call was recorded on October 18th and I chose this model mastery call because we had some really awesome breakthroughs in this call and it's going to give you a much deeper understanding of the mindset model that we use.

The self coaching model is the whole focus of this call. I also chose it because on this call it doesn't involve any actual coaching- a lot of times we'll have people raise their hand and come on to be coached and it's amazing and incredible BUT I also see it as a truly sacred work and we keep those calls inside the club since they are a bit more vulnerable at times for our members. But this will give you an awesome taste at what the workshop style calls in the club are like and what it would be like to be able to subscribe to the additional Wife Teacher Mommy CLUB private podcast.

If you enjoy what you hear on this coaching call - I'd love for you to either be able to JOIN ME and engage with me on the chat in the next one- or if you just want more of this, if you want another Wife Teacher Mommy podcast to listen to where you get to dive in deeper and listen to coaching- head over to the link in the show notes or go to wifeteachermommy.com/club/ to learn more about how you can join us.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-coaching-model/

Key points on how to master the self coaching model:

A brief overview of what life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your life
What the self coaching model is and how you can apply it to your life
How everyone can get what they want out of life coaching
The most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift
How Wife Teacher Mommy Club can help you as your teacher life coaches

112. How to Bust the Winter Blues

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Hey friend! We have a very special episode for you today. Not only is this episode about how to handle the winter blues, but it is the first time we have ever recorded an episode LIVE!

This episode was recorded live with more than 50 teacher friends watching. It was such a fun process recording this episode and I'm sure we'll do another episode like this.

With the holidays in full swing and winter approaching fast, this episode is all about how to handle and bust the winter blues. We wanted to share tips on how to respond to that low feeling we all can experience when winter comes.

We dive into ways we can best handle the winter blues. One of those ways is to acknowledge our circumstances and recognize what we have control over and what we don't have control over.

There are some things we simply DO NOT have control over during the winter season:

The Weather
Amount of Daylight Hours
Lower Serotonin from Daylight Hours

While there are things we do not have control of during winter, there are things that we do have control over. We discuss these tips on today's episode and how to best take control during winter. Some of those ways are:

Whether or not we complete a stress cycle if we are in one
What we do with our emotions
How we think about situations, how we treat ourselves, whether we accommodate the season rather than trying to BUST or PUSH THROUGH- allowing it to be a little SOFTER if it needs to be
Parts of our environment we can control
Light Therapy for example can really help with winter blues. Exposure to bright light, particularly in the morning, can help regulate the body's internal clock and improve mood.
OR what can we do to make this season more EXCITING? Maybe instead of sitting around playing iPads on the weekend and thinking it’s too cold, there’s nothing we can do, bundle up and go sledding!

I share my insight on how to bust the winter blues as well as hear from members of the Wife Teacher Mommy community watching the episode live. There is so much insight and advice in this one episode! You do not want to miss this special, one of a kind episode!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/winter-blues/

Key points on how to handle the winter blues:

What winter blues are
How to process and complete a stress cycle if we are in one
What we do with our emotions if we need to bust winter blues
The benefits of light therapy during winter months
Why we should be intentional with our OVERALL planning during this time of year
How lowering exceptions for you and your students can lower your holiday stress level

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111. What to Know About Trauma with Lindsay Poelman

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

If you work with humans, you work with trauma. There's no avoiding it- as most of us have experienced some kind of trauma in our lives. That's why it is important for us to talk about trauma and understand trauma.

On today's episode I'm talking with trauma-informed life coach Lindsay Poelman about what all of us should know about trauma and how we can improve our life by understanding trauma better.

Lindsay Poelman is a Facilitator for Trauma-Informed Coaches. Lindsay has worked with women in trauma for over 5 years and she now trains coaches to do the same—so that they too can provide the deep and safe healing possible for clients across the board who have experienced trauma.

She currently runs an Advanced Relationship Trauma Certification Program for Coaches with a curriculum she put together with a Trauma Therapist. Lindsay has a vision of the whole world being trauma-informed in order to better support personal healing.

On this episode we dive into how understanding the nervous system AND our trauma goes hand in hand. We discuss the benefit of understanding how both our mindset AND our body plays into burnout, overwhelm, self judgment, and shame- learn to work WITH our Body, not Master it.

We discuss how thoughts are informers not errors. By better understanding our thoughts, we can better understand our trauma and be informed on how to improve our mindset and situation.

Lindsay explains the purpose and importance of having a trauma-informed mindset and all the benefits we can bring into our life by understanding our traumas.

With Lindsay's experience and expert background knowledge and experience with trauma, she gives a professional perspective on trauma, our responses to trauma and the benefits of having a trauma-informed mindset.

This episode is full of information and actionable tips that will help improve your life and understand trauma. You do not want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/trauma/

Key points we discuss about trauma:

How to better understand trauma and the role it plays in our lives
Why it's important to understand trauma and process your own trauma
What a trauma-informed mindset is and why it is important
Actionable tips to help you process and better understand trauma
How understanding trauma can help you personally and in every other aspect of your life

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Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

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110. Get To Know Your Nervous System with Leah Davidson

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever feel like you're anxious all the time or have a hard time changing your thoughts? It could be that your nervous system is dysregulated.

Today we're talking with Leah Davidson to help you get to know your nervous system, why it's important, how it works, and how this knowledge can help you personally and in every other aspect of your life- including the children that you teach.

Leah Davidson is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and a certified Life Coach (through the Life Coach School). She has devoted over two decades as an SLP to helping people rehabilitate and rebuild their lives following traumatic brain injury.

With Leah's expert background knowledge of the nervous system, she gives a professional perspective on how the nervous system works and how understanding how the nervous system works can impact your teaching.

One of the aspects we dive into is neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity is very real – and by understanding it you can rewire your brain. Neuroplasticity is the ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization. By doing this you can better understand your nervous system and deal with stress, adversity and heal your traumas.

After listening to my conversation with Leah, you’ll know better understand your nervous system and how to use your understanding of the nervous system to improve your teaching and life.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/nervous-system

Key points we discuss about your nervous system:

How to get to know your nervous system
Why it's important to understand your nervous system
How the nervous system works
What to do when your nervous system is dysregulated
How understanding your nervous system can help you personally and in every other aspect of your life

Resources mentioned:

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

109. What To Do When You Feel Stuck

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

It is about that time in the school year when you may start feeling in a rut. Maybe things aren't going quite according to plan, some goal progress has halted, and your schedule isn't quite what you'd like.

Today we're talking about what to do when you had goals, or you created a schedule for yourself, but you're just finding yourself in a rut or feeling "stuck" without progress. Let's talk about it!

Are you feeling stuck? Maybe you're saying "I want to enjoy teaching" or "I want to have more balance in my life" but there's something stopping you from getting to where you want to be or keeping you in a rut. We're diving into what to do when you feel stuck.

We discuss why you should give yourself grace and how that can help you get unstuck if you feel like you're in a rut. We also dive into the importance of checking in with yourself if you are regulated or activated and the questions you can ask yourself to recalibrate.

Is your school year not going as planned? I offer actionable tips on how to recalibrate & rebuild your schedule and/or plan for your goals that will work RIGHT NOW.

These are just a few of the concepts we go over on today's podcast. If you're feeling stuck or need a helpful boost to get clearer about what you really want, you'll want to listen to today's podcast!

And last thing! YOU'RE INVITED TO MY BIRTHDAY PARTY! I'm so excited. For my birthday party I'm putting on a workshop to help you in all things thought work and teaching.

At this workshop, we're going to look at both your goals and your overall schedule/life. I'm going to share my science-backed goal setting process. and walk through it together to create your "ideal week"

ALSO, we're going to give away some REALLY FUN prizes, such as a rolling cart, collapsible bins, and a YEAR of Wife Teacher Mommy Club to 3 people who attend live! Plus more surprises and fun- it is my BIRTHDAY PARTY, after all. Can't wait to see you there

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/feel-stuck

Key points on what to do when you feel stuck:

Why you should have lots of grace with yourself
How to get clarity around what you're stuck about and why you're feeling this way
How to process emotions and how to tame them
Why you should check in with yourself if you are regulated or activated
What a "thought download" is and how it can help you get unstuck
And more!

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Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

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108. 3 Ways that We Jump to Conclusions

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today we're continuing the conversation we started last week about cognitive distortions. Today we're diving into 3 more cognitive distortions. We're talking all about how we as people jump to conclusions- and how you might be doing it more than you think!

Today we're going to learn about another cognitive distortion - and this one is divided into 2 other types that fall under the umbrella as well for a total of 3 types of "jumping to conclusions"

What are Cognitive Distortions?

According to the Cambridge dictionary, the term “cognitive” means “relating to or involving the processes of thinking and reasoning” and “distortions” means “a change to the intended or true meaning of something”. Therefore, cognitive distortions are irrational or biased thought patterns that lead to negative emotions and behavior.

Jumping to Conclusions:

"Jumping to Conclusions" means that we guess the facts of the situation without having enough information. To explain this further, I share a personal story about a time when I jumped to conclusions about home schooling my kids and how I thought I knew what my family and peers thought about my decision.

Mind Reading:

This is when you believe that you know exactly what someone else is thinking and feeling (usually something negative about yourself) even when there is no evidence to back it up and they never said anything like it.

For example, a teacher who you’re hoping to befriend might buy a coffee for a couple of fellow teachers but she didn’t bring you one. You assume that it means that she hates you and doesn’t want anything to do with you. In reality, maybe she was just bringing them for the teachers who were right next door to her, and there are many other teachers she didn’t bring one for, too.

Fortune Telling:

This is when we believe something bad is just around the corner, for no good reason. As David Burns, who is credited as one of the original researchers behind CBT and author I mentioned at the beginning of this episode, says, “It’s as if you had a crystal ball that only gives you bad news!”

This is just a preview of the 3 ways we jump to conclusions that dive into on today's episode. Check out today's episode to learn more about jumping to conclusions- you might be doing it more than you think!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/jump-to-conclusions

Key points on ways that we jump to conclusions:

What cognitive distortions are
How and why we have a tendency to jump to conclusions
3 different types of jumping to conclusions
What "fortune telling" is what it looks like
What "mind reading" is and what looks like
Real examples from my life where I jumped to conclusions
What to do when we find ourselves jumping to conclusions

107. All or Nothing Thinking & Overgeneralization

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about all or nothing thinking or overgeneralization? Do you know what either of those concepts are? Did you know that your brain is sometimes tricking you?

Today is the first of 2 episodes where we're going to talk all about this- and if you find yourself using the words "always" or "never" frequently, you'll definitely find this one interesting. We're diving into these two cognitive distortions: all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization.

What are Cognitive Distortions?

There are 11 common cognitive distortions that we will review in this section. Learning these and noticing when they happen can help us more easily identify our unintentional models. WE ALL DO THIS. I'd say nearly every single day. The two concepts that we talk about on today's episode are all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization.

All or Nothing Thinking:

This is when we see things in an extreme black-or-white mindset with no sort of middle ground. When we are stuck in all-or-nothing thinking we are thinking in absolutes- meaning it must be this way (that we are making up in our minds) or not at all. Oftentimes, we use this against ourselves where we think we must either be a complete success or a total failure.

Overgeneralization- This thinking pattern happens when we draw broad, negative conclusions from an isolated event and apply it to everything. The big clue that lets us know we are overgeneralizing when we use words such as “always”, “never”, “everything”, and “nothing”. It can also be easily identified through global labels (ex: bad mom or terrible person)

Simply put, drawing broad, negative conclusions about yourself and your surroundings based on just a couple of experiences is a result of overgeneralization.

This is just a preview of what we dive into on today's episode. If you find yourself overgeneralizing situations or thinking words like "never"and/or "always" this episode is full of information that is applicable to you! You don't want to miss it.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/all-or-nothing-thinking/

Head over to the YouTube version of this episode: https://youtu.be/DCr4WRIp5DU

Key points on all or nothing thinking and overgeneralization:

The concept that- thoughts create feelings, why thought work is important (when to use it)
What "all or nothing thinking" is and how you may be doing it
How saying words like "always" and "never" is a sign of all or nothing thinking
What overgeneralization is
The definition of cognitive distortions and how it may be affecting you
What to do when we find ourselves doing either of these things

106. How To Get Clear on What You Really Want

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Often we say we want things like balance or enjoyment but don't define what that truly means for us. Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, "What do I really want?" That question is what we will be diving into today on the podcast! We're talking all about tips on how to get clear on what you really want?

What do you really want? Maybe for you right now it's "I want to enjoy teaching" or "I want to have more balance in my life" But so often we just say we want that but we don't take the next step to get clear on what that means- and that's a big reason why it may not happen because we don't even know what it is that we want.

We discuss why you should ask yourself, "what does that mean FOR ME?" The more specific you can be about what you want- the more you will be able to understand yourself and work towards meeting your needs and desires.

On this episode we go over 4 reflection questions to help you get clearer on what you want your teaching, personal time, important relationships, and goals to look like.

The four questions we go over are:

What do you want your TEACHING to look like?
What do you want your PERSONAL TIME to look like?
What do you want your IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIPS to look like?
What do you want to CREATE in your life?

These are just a few of the concepts we go over on today's podcast. If you're feeling lost or need a helpful boost to get clearer about what you really want, you'll want to listen to today's podcast! And check out our FREE Mindset Masterclass as well.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/what-you-really-want/

Key points on how to get clear on what you really want:

The importance of asking yourself what you want your TEACHING to look like
Why you should find out what you want your PERSONAL TIME to look like
The impact of identifying how you want your IMPORTANT RELATIONSHIPS to look like
Wha you want to CREATE in your life
An easy process you can take to get clear on what you really want
And more!

Resources mentioned:

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

The Key Benefits of Flexible Seating (& How It Helps Students Learn) with Kimberly Lock (REPLAY)

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Head on over to the show notes- https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/benefits-of-flexible-seating/

And don't forget to register for our FREE Mindset Master Class - https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/mindset-masterclass-2/

105. Stop Comparing Yourself to Other Teachers or Homeschool Parents

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Teachers have a ton of responsibilities that pull them in a million different directions. Planning lessons, differentiation, grading papers, collaboration, classroom management, behavior management, IEPs, parent teacher conference, just to name a FEW.

It makes sense that you’re feeling overwhelmed. And you may be tired and exhausted… like, ALL the time. You may feel like you CANNOT do it all. But you know what? That is NOT the biggest mistake teachers make.

The biggest mistake that you could make- as a teacher trying to do it all- is comparing yourself to other teachers who seem to have it all together. That is what we are talking about on today's podcast - how to stop comparing yourself to other teachers or homeschool parents.

Many of us compare ourselves to the teacher next door. Her classroom is always neat and tidy. Her students always seem to be well behaved. She is happy and cheerful all the time and maybe even leaves school at a decent hour. It always leaves you wondering- how does she do it all?! And why do I seem to be such a hot mess compared to her? We're sharing tips on how to stop these thought patterns.

Did you know that there is psychology behind why we compare ourselves? Humans have evolved to compare themselves to others as a way to gauge their own abilities and social standing within their communities. This behavior likely evolved as a survival mechanism to assess one's fitness for resources and protection within a group.

The social comparison theory suggests that people have an innate drive to evaluate themselves against others in order to reduce uncertainty and improve self-evaluation. This process can influence self-esteem, motivation, and emotional well-being.

Those are just two ideas we dive into in this episode which is full of methods and ideas to help you understand why we compare ourselves to others and how you can stop comparing yourself to other teachers or homeschool parents. Whether you're a confident teacher or need a boost, you won't want to miss this episode that is sure to help you understand and stop comparing yourself.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/stop-comparing-yourself

Key points about how to stop comparing yourself:

Why you should stop comparing yourself to other teachers and homeschool parents
How comparing yourself leads to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem
How you can reframe your mindset can help combat the comparison trap.
The urge to compare ourselves to others is a natural survival mechanism, but it doesn't necessarily benefit our self-esteem or well-being
How social media amplifies the tendency to compare ourselves
The importance of focusing on your own strengths and achievements instead of comparing yourself to others

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Weight Loss Tips for Teachers with Corinne Crabtree (REAIR)

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Head on over to the show notes- https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/weight-loss-tips-for-teachers/

And don't forget to register for our FREE Mindset Master Class - https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/mindset-masterclass-2/

104. Being Around Kids All The Time

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

If you're a teacher, I'm sure you've experienced the feeling of being overwhelmed dealing with children. If you a teacher AND a parent, then I guarantee you have felt this.

Be around kids and handling them all day can be exhausting! That's the topic of today's podcast. We're talking all about being around kids all the time. We offer tips and advice on how to manage being around kids all the time.

On today's episode, we're discussing a common feeling among teachers, homeschool parents and parents - that of feeling like you're always around kids and never get a break. Whether you teach all day and come home to your own children, or are a homeschool mom primarily with your kids, it can start to feel overwhelming. How do you respond when those feelings of overwhelm come up?

I offer a new perspective on reframing our mindset around being around kids all the time. I explore and discuss the difference between our circumstances of teaching and parenting, versus the stories we tell ourselves. Have you ever questioned these limiting thoughts? Asking yourself honest questions about the validity of these negative and big picture thoughts can do wonders with being around kids all the time. It is very important to question limiting thoughts and to give yourself grace.

Some key strategies we discuss for being around kids all the time are finding balance include intentional self-care, setting boundaries, communicating needs to a partner, building a supportive community and so much more. You will walk away with tools to feel more in control and less overwhelmed when you are constantly surrounded by children.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/being-around-kids-all-the-time

In this episode on being around kids all the time, we discuss:

The difference between circumstances (teaching and parenting kids) and our thoughts/stories about it
Giving yourself grace for how you're feeling
Intentional self-care like time for hobbies, breaks during the day, communication with a partner
Building a supportive community for validation and strategies
Questioning thoughts like "I'm always with kids" and "I never get a break"

Resources mentioned:

Attend the Wife Teacher Mommy Mindset Masterclass

Join Wife Teacher Mommy Club.

Follow her on Instagram @wifeteachermommy.

Join our Facebook group: Wife Teacher Mommies Unite.

Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.

How to Keep Balance of Work, Mom & Wife (REPLAY)

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Head on over to the show notes- https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/find-balance/

And don't forget to register for our FREE Mindset Master Class - https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/mindset-masterclass-2/

103. How to teach STEAM and SEL using "Peter O Meter" with Tricia Fuglestad

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

We have a very special episode for you today that’s all about how to teach STEAM and SEL! But! It’s not exactly what you’d expect. We’re talking with special guest and author Tricia Fuglestad all about her new book Peter O’ Meter and how to teach STEAM and SEL using augmented reality.

Tricia Fuglestad is a national board-certified elementary art teacher with 30 years of experience. She is also an author, illustrator, animator, with a master's degree in K-12 tech integration. She has successfully blended digital and physical art techniques in her transdigital lessons. Her newest book Peter O’ Meter teaches STEAM and SEL using a blend of traditional book and augmented reality.

Tricia shares how her background as an art teacher inspired her to create a book that teaches social emotional learning and STEAM concepts through the story of a robot named Peter. We dive into the details of the unique augmented reality elements in the book including 3D character models and animated page scans.

We also learn how teachers can use Peter O’ Meter and the accompanying free activity packet to check in on students' feelings, teach circuits, science vocabulary, and more.

Whether you’re looking for new ideas on how to teach STEAM and SEL or just want to hear exciting ideas on cutting edge teaching techniques, you’re not going to want to miss this episode. There’s so much educational potential with Peter O’ Meter that can be experienced in new ways each time you and your students read it. Check it out!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/how-to-teach-steam

In this episode on how to teach STEAM and SEL, we discuss

Tricia Fuglestad's new book "Peter O' Meter: An Interactive Augmented Reality SEL Children's Book"
How to teach STEAM and SEL with the book Peter O' Meter
The benefits of using augmented reality to teach STEAM and SEL
How Trisha drew inspiration from her students and retro futurism art in illustrating the robot world of the book
The inspiration behind Peter O' Meter: An Interactive Augmented Reality SEL Children's Book
Tricia's writing and creative process

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102. 3 Steps to Transform Your Teacher Life Using a Vision Board

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

I have done over 100 episodes of the podcast and the topic of this episode is one I haven't covered yet. I honestly can't believe I haven't done an episode on this topic because it has been so helpful to my journey and something I've gotten so many questions about.

Today we're diving into vision boards and the 3 steps you can take to transform your teacher life using a vision board. After talking about them in my popular workshop "Own Your Teacher Wins", I have received so many requests to talk on the topic of vision boards, so we're discussing all things vision boards today.

From how to create and use a vision board to transform your teacher life, to how vision boards work to how they are scientifically backed, we dive into it all. The three vision board tips I share are:

Understanding why vision boards are effective based on brain science (the Reticular Activating System (RAS))
Creating your board by choosing materials, goals, inspirations, and arranging items
Using your board daily by spending 3 minutes focusing on sections and maintaining it by updating accomplished goals.

Vision boards have helped me so much on my journey and I know you'll benefit from them as well. Check out this episode and start your vision board journey today. You won't regret it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/vision-board/

In this episode on how to transform your teacher life using a vision board:

How using vision boards to feel more intentional and balanced in both personal and professional life.
Why it's important to maintain an up-to-date vision board and celebrate accomplishments by removing achieved goals and adding new intentions
How spending 3 minutes per day looking at your vision board reinforces the connection between your conscious intentions and subconscious mind
How to create a vision board can help you manifest your goals by training your reticular activating system to focus on and notice opportunities that align with your goals

Resources mentioned:

101. How To Process Back-to-School Emotions

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Back to school time is here! Can you believe it? If you're a teacher or a parent, I'm sure you're bustling and hurrying around making sure you have everything ready.

The new school year is an exciting time of year, as well as a stressful one. Back to school tends to bring up a lot of emotions. Excitement, dread, anxiety, curiosity, and so much more. Have you ever slowed down to examine how back to school time feels to you?

That's what we're doing on today's special back to school focused episode. We're talking all about how to handle back to school emotions.

Do you know how back to school time makes you feel? Understanding our emotions during this time of year is incredibly important and helpful. It is so important to notice your feelings and take the time to feel our emotions rather than resisting or avoiding them.

We discuss the difference between emotions, feelings and sensations in our body, as well as common ways we deal with emotions, such as resisting, reacting, avoiding or buffering them, rather than allowing ourselves to fully process and feel them.

On today's episode we dive into the importance of our mental and emotional well-being during this time of year and how they are the most important thing we bring to teaching and that how we show up emotionally impacts our students and families. This episode provides strategies for identifying and working through difficult emotions as the new school year begins.

If you're worried about the coming school year or just need some insight into understanding your emotions better, this episode is for you!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/back-to-school-emotions

In this episode on how to handle back to school emotions:

How we show up emotionally impacts not only ourselves but also our students and families
Why our mental and emotional well-being is the most important thing we bring to teaching
Why it's important to feel the full range of human emotions, both positive and negative
How processing emotions involves allowing yourself to fully feel the emotion with compassion
The difference between emotions/feelings and sensations in our body
How our thoughts create our feelings, but we experience life through our feelings

100. Your Biggest Teacher Questions- Answered By Me!

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

We have a SUPER SPECIAL episode for you today! This is our 100th episode! This is a huge milestone for us and a milestone for podcasts in general. I am so grateful for our listeners and can't wait to continue offering support for many episodes to come.

On today's episode, I'm answering questions directly from teachers!

When we’re struggling as a teacher, we often feel like we’re the only one with that particular problem or situation. But in reality, that’s not the case at all. Here in my Wife Teacher Mommy Club, there’s a category called Ask a Coach, in which any member can post a question and we have someone who will answer your individual question, which is such a great feature! So on today’s episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest teacher questions and answers from the club!

What is Ask a Coach, you might wonder? It’s where our members of the Wife Teacher Mommy Club can submit any question about something they’re struggling with as teachers, and a trained professional will answer their specific question individually. That person is our very own Chrissy Nichols. Chrissy is a friend of the podcast and club, and a life coach who is trained to specifically help look inside your mind at how your thoughts and circumstances are affecting your life, and helps provide mindset shifts to get you through your situations.

We dive into so many different subjects on today's podcast. From how to balance home and teacher life, to toxic family members, to mom/teacher guilt, to losing motivation, we cover it ALL in this special episode.

Even though these questions and struggles shared on today’s episode might not be exactly what you’re going through as a teacher, I hope you can apply these questions to your own life and situations.

This is an insightful episode that gives you a peek into our Ask a Coach feature in my Wife Teacher Mommy Club by showcasing some of your biggest teacher questions answered. Sometimes as teachers, we need to be reminded that we’re not alone in our thoughts and struggles, but that everyone else is going through something similar.

Thank you again for your support and for listening to the podcast. We couldn't do it without you!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-questions/

In this episode on your biggest teacher questions answered by me, I discuss:

A detailed description of "Ask a Coach" within Wife Teacher Mommy Club, and how you can utilize it
Different teacher scenarios or feelings for you to relate to
How to handle negativity among the teachers
Tips on how to stay motivated
How to balance home and life
New team dynamics
And so much more!

99. 12 Must-Listen Podcasts for Back to School

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

With school just around the corner, back to school time is in full swing! With that in mind, we know it's important to get inspired for the new school year and we have just the thing for you on today's episode.

We have compiled 12 of our must-listen podcasts for back to school. I dive into all of our past episodes that I think will be most helpful to you during this time of year.

I dive into the following episodes:

22) How to ROCK your Open House/Back to School Night
25) Insanely Clever Attention Getters from Real Teachers
31) Achievement Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You
33) Social Skills Gaps in Education- Tips from Real Teachers Like You
60) How to Calm the Teacher Sunday Scaries
63) How to Motivate the "Lazy" Students or the "Bad" Kids
64) Create Your Ideal Classroom Management Plan with Linda Kardamis
67) How to Be Confident as a Teacher
70) Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic
77) How to Make An Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick To It!)
81) Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Teacher Life
90) Owning Your Teacher Wins

You can find so much inspiration and thought provoking content in just one episode. The 12 must-listen podcasts for back to school can be found above or we put them all in a playlist you can just click to listen.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/podcasts-for-back-to-school/

In this episode on the 12 must-listen podcasts for back to school, I discuss:

12 podcasts you should listen to for for back to school
Open House Planning
Soothing Sunday Scaries
How to Motivate the "Bad" Students
Classroom Management
Building Confidence as a Teacher
Owning Your Teacher Wins
Our Facebook group giveaway and celebration for the upcoming 100th episode
And Much More!

98. 13 Top Resources for Back to School

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

t's back to school time! How do you feel about this time of year? Are you prepared for the upcoming school year?

As I go through I'll explain how many downloads each resource is for our members OR how much it costs regularly in our shop on TPT if you prefer to purchase a-la-carte!

I dive into the following back to school resources:

Beginning of the Year Review Packets
Back to School Open House Resource
First Week of School Survival Guide
Teacher Essentials Bundle
Teacher Planners Printable
Teacher Planner Digital
Class Decor Packs
Back to School Secret Student Resource
Parent Teacher Conference Form Signs and Reminders
Ready to Go Sub Plans
Drag and Drop Seating Charts
Student Profiles
Editable Sub Binder

We have so many back to school resources for you!

Another way to know it's Back to School time- TPT Sale TODAY! Here to help you cut through the overwhelm of what you need resource-wise for back to school.

We also have everything in our shop on sale too if you'd rather shop there- BTS30- save a little more there! OR if you're a member you can rest easy knowing that you ALREADY have access.

We have you covered with ready to go resources that will save you time and stress.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/top-resources-for-back-to-school/

In this episode on the 13 top resources for back to school, I discuss:

13 top resources for back to school
How back to school resources can help save you time and energy
Why it's helpful to decorate your classroom in an inviting way and how it can set the tone for the year
How having a planner and organization is essential for teachers to stay on track
Why building relationships with parents from the beginning of the year is important through activities like open houses.

97. The Power of Conscious Thinking for Teachers

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

As this episode is releasing we are just wrapping up day one of our first ever 3 Days of Teacher Transformation. This special episode is a segment of Certified Life Coach Chrissy Nichols and I's live co-teaching segment from this free event so you can listen to it!

This is MY GIFT TO YOU! The replays of the full event will be going away July 31st, but you get a good chunk of day one in podcast format here and it is FULL of insight. Even if you never join us for coaching again… you’ll walk away from this event with new awareness and inspiration that you'll never forget.

We dive into the power of conscious thinking for teachers. We talk about what it means to understand the difference between "thought" and "circumstance", how to question your thoughts and situation as well as walk through relatable scenarios that you can apply our coaching model to.

Those are just a few of the tips and strategies we dive into on this episode that is full of methods to help you understand the power of conscious thinking. You won't want to miss this episode or our 3 Days of Teacher Transformation event! Join us here!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/conscious-thinking-for-teachers/

In this episode on the power of conscious thinking for teachers, we discuss:

The 3 Day Teacher Transformation Event
The difference between "thought" and "circumstance"
Relatable situational exercises to help you understand the coaching model
The benefit of questioning your "negative" thoughts and feelings
Relatable scenarios that you can apply this coaching model to
How shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your confidence
A simple and easy way you can use the power of conscious thinking

Resources mentioned:

Bonus Episode: What is The 3-Day Teacher Transformation?

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all of your responsibilities in teaching and your everyday life?

That’s why we think life coaching is the tool that every teacher or homeschool parent needs. We're talking all about our upcoming 3 Day Teacher Transformation event on today's podcast!

We’re making this a no-brainer for you by making it FREE and including 4 normally-paid resources and incredible giveaways!

But you’ll want to sign up for this first round, as this is likely the only round we will do it for free!

Get our August Teacher Essentials Bundle ($5 value) for FREE when you sign up before the event starts!

Go to: www.wifeteachermommy.com/transformation to sign up today!

96. Coaching Certification: What Every Teacher & Homeschool Parent Should Know Before This School Year (Part 2)

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcasts/coaching-certification-2

96. Coaching Certification: Was it Worth My $21k Investment + What I Learned (Part 1)

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? Have you ever thought that you might need life coaching? If you've asked yourself any of those questions before then this episode is for you!

I've was curious about life coaching once upon a time and now I am a life coach! On this special two part episode, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside how and why I began my life coaching certification journey.

This two part episode is all about my coaching certification journey that I did through The Life Coach School. I dive into all about how I began my journey, how I found out about life coaching, how I went from being life coached to becoming I life coach. I cover it all!

At first I was resistant to the idea of becoming a life coach due to time and money constraints. It ended up costing me $21,000! But I decided to go ahead and trust the process and it is one of the best decisions I've ever made. On this episode, I go over what I learned through the certification process, including tools like self coaching, emotion processing, mindset strategies and so much more.

While this was a very large investment, it was totally worth worth it because it has helped transform my life and allowed me to help others through coaching. The opportunity to coach and help you and the teacher community has made the investment 100% worth it!

Don't miss part two of this special episode coming this Friday. I'll be talking all about how you do not need to get a full coaching certification in order to apply these tools to better their own lives and the lives of those around you. Tune in on Friday to find out how!

On the fence about joining the Wife Teacher Mommy Club or showing up for a live life coaching call? By the end of the episode, we will have answered all of your questions and put any fears or uncertainties to rest. Life coaching has definitely changed our lives for the better, and we know you’ll be able to benefit from it as well!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/coaching-certification/

In this episode on why I chose to get my coaching certification:

A brief overview of what life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your life
My personal journey with life coaching and how I came to be a life coach
Why I am so happy and grateful that I decided to become a life coach
How everyone can get what they want out of life coaching
The most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift
How Chrissy and I can help you as your teacher life coaches

Resources mentioned:

95. Let's Talk Teacher Self Care with Brittany Blackwell

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We have never done an episode like today's episode! For the first time on the podcast we are doing a co-hosted episode. We have the amazing Brittany Blackwell from The Resilient Teacher Podcast co-hosting the podcast today and we're talking all about teacher self care!

Brittany is not just the host of the Resilient Teacher Podcast, she is a true advocate for self-care in the teaching profession. As someone who understands the demands and challenges that teachers face, Brittany shares valuable tips and insights on taking care of yourself while caring for others.!

In this episode, we break down the misconception that self-care is selfish or something that can be put off until after taking care of others. We also dive into the significance of prioritizing yourself in order to have the energy and mindset to support others.

Self-awareness plays a vital role in self-care, and we explore different practices, like thought downloads or brain dumps, that can help teachers and parents identify and address feelings of overwhelm.

If you're ready to kick burnout to the curb and feel confident in prioritizing self-care, this is an episode you don't want to miss. So grab your favorite beverage, get cozy, and join Kelsey and Brittany in this empowering conversation on teacher self-care.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-self-care/

In this episode on teacher self care we discuss:

What self care is and how it's different for everybody
How prioritizing self-care is not selfish, but rather essential for teachers and parents to thrive and effectively care for others
How teachers can determine the best ways do self care so they don’t burnout
Why self-awareness is key to practicing effective self-care
Tools like thought downloads or brain dumps can help identify and address feelings of overwhelm
Why you should join the Summer Self-Care Conference, hosted by Brittany, to develop sustainable self-care habits before the next school year

Resources mentioned:

94. Declutter Your Mind & Your Space

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Do you want to get your space organized so you can feel better? Guess what- it all starts with our mindset. Even cleaning up our space! On today's episode I'm sharing what you can do to declutter your mind and your space.

This episode is a special one! Last month we had a Wife Teacher Mommy Club coaching call all about how to declutter your mind and your space. With the new school year slowly approaching, I figured it would be the perfect to air this inspiring coaching call on our podcast today.

Most people think of organization as keeping things together or putting items in a bin, but it’s so much more than that and we dive into it on today's episode. We talk about why organization has to start in your mind and actionable tips on how to declutter your mind.

We talk all about the importance of figuring out WHY you are decluttering. As humans we have attachment to things based on the past, so we hold on to them. It's important to ask whether they are truly essential. Analyzing our thoughts and identifying the reason we hold on to "unnecessary" items is an important aspect of decluttering our minds.

One of the tips we dive into why it is important to create habits and mindsets for a more organized space. Try incorporating a 15-minute pickup at the beginning and end of each day to build the habit of tidying up. Another tip is to get your kids involved in the clean up as well.

Everyone wants to achieve work-life balance, and having the right organizational skills will help you with achieving that goal. It doesn’t matter if you’re a mom, homeschool parent or veteran teacher, there’s an organization tip that will resonate with you.

Listen to this episode for tips, tricks, and hacks that will ultimately make your life AND classroom run smoothly and your life simpler!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/declutter-your-mind/

In this episode on how to declutter your mind and your space, we discuss:

An easy step you can take if organization doesn’t come easily to you
Insight into what the disconnect could be with your organizational system
How taking small, manageable steps towards decluttering can make the process easier and more enjoyable
Why understanding the beliefs and attachment to items is important before deciding to declutter
How to ask if an item helps create the desired life and space
Why setting up effective classroom organization helps provide work life and home balance

Resources mentioned:

93. Coping Strategies for Teachers with Dr Christine Reeve

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Are you ready for the upcoming school year? I hate to bring that up, but it is real and comes up faster than you expect! With the new school year approaching, we need to consider what our future selves may need for a successful year and that means self care! Today's episode is all about self care and coping strategies for teachers!

This episode is a reairing of a special episode I had the pleasure of recording for Dr. Christine Reeve's podcast.

Dr. Christine Reeve is a behavior specialist, consultant, and director of a program serving students with autism and behavioral issues. She has SO MUCH knowledge to share with us on today's episode.

We talk about all things self care and coping strategies for teachers. We dive into the importance of community and interacting with other educators during the event. There is a misconception that self-care is "selfish", when in reality taking care of ourselves is essential in order to properly care for others.

We also discuss the common trap of people-pleasing that many teachers fall into, as well as the trauma responses, including the fawning response, and the importance of recognizing when it's necessary to advocate for oneself or students.

This episode is FULL of insight, inspiration and actionable tips that will help you improve your coping strategies as a teacher and in the other areas of your life. You DON'T want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/coping-strategies-for-teachers/

In this episode on coping strategies for teachers, we discuss:

How finding a balance between rest and preparing for the future is crucial for a successful school year
Why self-care is not selfish, but a top priority
How teachers, especially in a female-dominated profession, often fall into people-pleasing, potentially at the expense of their own needs
Why you should give yourself grace and credit during challenging times in education
Practical tips and coping strategies for teachers

Resources mentioned:

Bonus- Last Chance to Get Lowest Wife Teacher Mommy Club Pricing!

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Go to www.wifeteachermommy.com/club to get Wife Teacher Mommy Club lowest offer pricing!

92. What Is Group Life Coaching For Teachers and Homeschool Parents?

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? If you answered yes to either of those questions then this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club and our group life coaching. I'm talking all about group life coaching and how we can help you inside the Club!

As a group, we’ll tackle things like:

How to stop grading on the weekends
Decreasing planning time while still feeling like an effective educator
Turning burnout and overwhelm into confidence and greater self-worth
How to balance being a teacher AND a parent without compromising or failing

On the fence about joining the Wife Teacher Mommy Club or showing up for a group life coaching call? By the end of the episode, we will have answered all of your questions and put any fears or uncertainties to rest. Group life coaching has definitely changed our lives for the better, and we know you’ll be able to benefit from it as well!

Go to WifeTeacherMommy.com/CLUB to join today! Lock in our current LOWEST pricing- goes up again in August (even if you're listening later though, will likely go up again at some point as the LOWEST membership I know of is $59, and highest is $299 per month. And those DON'T also include teaching resources!) Don't miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/group-life-coaching/

In this episode on group life coaching, we discuss:

A brief overview of what group life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your life
My personal journey with life coaching and how I came to be a life coach
How everyone can get what they want out of group life coaching
What makes Wife Teacher Mommy Club coaching different
The most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift

Resources mentioned:

91. Being Physically & Mentally Present at Home as a Teacher Mom with Trakena Price

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Have you ever asked yourself, "how do I be more present with my children/students?"

Do you ever get home from school and maybe you're with your kids but you're still thinking about your long to do list? We've all been there, which is why today's episode is so helpful. Today I'm talking with Wife Teacher Mommy community member Trakena Price all about how she's learned how to more fully "check out" after school so she can be a more present mom.

Trakena shares her own experience and provides valuable tips on how to overcome this challenge. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and intentionally transitioning from teacher mode to mom mode. Trakena also highlights the support that teachers have access to, whether it's from their families, the teacher community, or their workplace.

We discuss our own experiences and provide valuable tips on how to check out mentally from work and fully engage with family and personal life. We give you actionable strategies and mindset shifts that can help you transition from teacher mode to mom mode.

Whether you're a homeschool parent, teacher or parent, you can learn actionable tips from this episode and get another perspective. Don't miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/present-at-home

In this episode on being present at home as a teacher mom, we discuss:

The challenge of balancing roles as a teacher and a mom
Why it's important to prioritize self-care and have a support system in place to help with homeschooling responsibilities.
Strategies for becoming mentally present after school
The importance of support from the teacher community
Finding fulfillment in teaching
The concept of "teacher mommy" support

90. Owning Your Teacher Wins (Full Session: Revised and Updated)

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Educate and Rejuvenate is here! The education event of the year is happening TODAY! Tickets are closed, but JOIN THE CLUB NOW TO GET VIP ACCESS TO THE EVENT. As my gift to you today, I'm giving you a snippet of what you'll get inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club. We have a very special episode for you today. We are airing my session "Owning Your Teacher Wins on today’s episode. I'm talking all about how to own your wins and set intentional teacher goals!

This is the audio version of just one of my two prerecorded sessions, and if you join us in the club you'll get instant access to the Club private podcast so even if you don't have time to sit and watch videos- you can LISTEN to the presentations just like this on a podcast feed to soak up E&R)

In this presentation I discuss the concept of past, present and FUTURE self. Over time we really change into different people, so thinking about what your FUTURE self would tell your PRESENT self will help you see how much you're capable of. By thinking in this way, you can set specific teacher goals from a place of love for yourself and keep positive momentum. Throughout this episode, I give insight to shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" to focusing on the "Gain". These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.

Throughout this session, I give insight that I have learned on my journey, to help shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" (what we we think we're lacking) to focusing on the "Gain" (what we have achieved). These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.

This episode will help you reach your teacher goals and truly OWN your wins. And if you're looking to get more inspiration, don't forget to join the Club so you can attend Educate and Rejuvenate!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-wins/

In this episode on how to own your teacher wins:

The Education Event of the Year - Educate and Rejuvenate!
The benefits of owning your teacher wins and how to reach your teacher goals
The concept of making your FUTURE SELF happy
How having a vision board can help you visualize and reach your teacher goals
Why shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your motivation towards your teacher goals
How to notice the difference between the gap and the gain
A simple and easy way you acknowledge your daily wins

Resources mentioned:

LISTENER FAVORITE: Why My Panic Attack Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/panic-attack/

89. The 4 Reading Comprehension Strategies You Need To Know with Ciera Harris

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We have a very special episode for you today! If you're looking for reading comprehension strategies or could use some inspiration in the reading department, then this episode is for you! We're talking with Ciera Harris about reading comprehension strategies you need to know.

Ciera Harris is a former elementary school teacher turned teacherpreneur. After spending the last decade perfecting her coaching for reading teachers, Ciera now offers reading teachers tips, resources, and workshops to help them connect with their students in the best possible way.

Ciera offers her top 4 reading comprehension strategies. She's diving into importance of critical reading and deeper picture books to help students practice reading strategies. Ciera emphasizes how certain books like The Cat in the Hat may not be complex enough for students to truly practice strategies and why it's beneficial to have more challenging texts to improve reading comprehension.

We also discuss the role of schema in reading comprehension. Ciera explains how students can have varying degrees of schema depending on the topic, and how this background knowledge is critical for deep understanding of a text.

Whether you are a teacher looking for new strategies to incorporate into your reading instruction, or a parent seeking to help your child become a successful reader, this episode has tips and insights that are sure to be helpful.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/reading-comprehension-strategies

In this episode on 4 reading comprehension strategies you need to know I discuss:

Several reading comprehension strategies that you need to know
Why it is important to give students more difficult reading material for reading comprehension
How to effectively teach reading strategies to improve students' reading comprehension
Why schema is a critical tool for deep comprehension
How to achieve active engagement to help your students think deeper to apply meaning
The science of reading and how it impacts reading comprehension

Resources mentioned:

88. Am I Doing Enough as a Homeschool Mom? with Charlotte Jones

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you ever asked yourself, "am I doing enough?" As a homeschool parent and parent in general I'm sure you've asked yourself this before.

In life, we take on so many roles, most of which become our biggest identities. As parents, teachers and homeschool parents, we take on these roles with a desire to be perfect. However, no matter how hard you try, perfectionism will never be attained, and that’s okay! On today’s podcast, we’re discussing the question, "am I doing enough as a homeschool mom?" with Charlotte Jones.

Charlotte is the creator of My Little Homeschool and the host of the Strike a Balance Podcast. She is a homeschool coach and homeschooling mom of twin boys. Charlotte covers tips and strategies for being a happy and thriving working homeschool mom. As a working homeschool mom, Charlotte is a cheerleader for anyone who wants to home educate and work.

Like last Friday's episode, today's episode is a re-airing. I had an amazing interview on Charlotte Jones' Podcast: Strike a Balance Podcast for Working Homeschool Moms. It was such a good conversation that I wanted to share it on our podcast today.

Charlotte will actually be teaching all about "Finding a Homeschool Schedule as a Working Mom that Actually Works!" at our Educate and Rejuvenate event later this month. I am super excited for her session!

Whether you're a homeschool parent, teacher or parent, I bet you can still learn some awesome things from this episode and get another perspective that is always interesting. But be sure to check out some recent episodes such as my interviews with Ciera Harris and Angela Watson that are specifically geared towards teachers!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/homeschool-mom/

In this episode on being a confident homeschool mom, we discuss:

How you don't have to be a licensed teacher to be qualified to homeschool your children. As a parent and caretaker, you know your child best and can create a personalized learning environment that works for them.
Why it's important to prioritize self-care and have a support system in place to help with homeschooling responsibilities.
How homeschooling requires intentional scheduling and balancing work and homeschooling can be a challenge.
Why it is important to create a record of accomplishments and set goals

Resources mentioned:

87. How To Be A Good Teacher & Still Practice Self Care with Alexis Shepard from The Afro Educator

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

How has social media impacted educators? Do you want to know the difference between self care and self indulgence? Is self care necessary to avoid teacher burn out?

We're answering all of these questions and so much more in today's episode with special guest speaker, Alexis Shepard of the Afro Educator.

Alexis Shepard of the Afro Educator is a former veteran teacher & forever educator with the gift of gab . She empowers educators at all stages to step into more confident, conscious, and authentic versions of themselves inside and outside the classroom.. She champions teacher wellbeing through coaching, consulting, and interactive workshops that promote radical self-care. Alexis uses thought & identity exploration to help educators reframe internalized narratives that contribute to burnout and overwhelm.

We're talking all things self care in today's episode. Alexis shares her experience with burnout and the importance of integrating self-care into the classroom. We dive into identifying teacher narratives, the impact of social media on educator mindsets, how to reframe internalized beliefs about hard work, and effective goal-setting, how to prioritize long-term well-being through self-care investment and so much more.

One of the most important things when it comes to being the best teacher you can be, is to take care of yourself first. While taking a bubble bath, reading a book for enjoyment, or meeting friends for coffee might work immediately, sometimes more work needs to be done. Through self care and learning new techniques necessary to take care of yourself, you’re ultimately making yourself a more effective teacher for you and your students.

Whether you're feeling burnt out or just need ideas, there's something in this episode for everybody. You don't want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/practice-self-care

In this episode on how to be a good teacher and still practice self care, we discuss:

How burnout is a common problem among educators and how it's often isolating because people don't talk about it.
Why self-care should be integrated into the classroom, not just reserved for outside of school time
An explanation on how an undisciplined mind can lead to teacher burnout
How teachers can reframe their internalized narratives about their profession and redefine what it means to be a hard worker to avoid burnout
How collaboration and sharing perspectives among educators can lead to improving self-care practices
Alexis shares how The Afro Educator provides tools, strategies, and community for educators who have experienced burnout or need support to teach and live well

Resources mentioned:

86. How To Bust Imposter Syndrome while Teaching Reading with Aja McNair

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Do you know what imposter syndrome is?

Many adults struggle with imposter syndrome, which is the feeling that they do not belong or that they lack the skills or ability to teach effectively. It's important to recognize this feeling and take steps to build your self-confidence and mindset. On today’s podcast, we’re discussing how to bust imposter syndrome while teaching reading with educational consultant Aja Mcnair.

This originally aired LIVE on Aja's youtube channel when she invited me to be interviewed for her show- - but I loved this conversation so much that I wanted to re-air it for everyone here to listen to. Now if you want the video version I'll link to the YouTube video so you can watch.

We dive into the "Gap and the Gain" Concept", celebrating the gains you make along the way, how to have a mindset of openness and willingness to learn new things and why this is key to being an effective educator, how reframing your negative thoughts and beliefs about your ability to teach reading will allow you to focus on building your skills and MUCH MORE!

Aja also discusses the "Four C's for Building Confidence": Commitment, Courage, Capability, and Confidence These concepts are interconnected, and each C builds on the previous one to create a well-rounded teacher with a confident teaching style.

If you've ever felt imposter syndrome or are wondering what it is, this episode is a perfect listen. You will find so much inspiration and so many ideas on today's episode!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/imposter-syndrome

In this episode on how to bust imposter syndrome while teaching reading, we discuss:

How to individualize learning and personalize your teaching to a student's interests
The Four C's for Building Confidence: Commitment, Courage, Capability, and Confidence
How the recognize imposter syndrome and take steps to build your self-confidence and mindset
Why you should build a "growth mindset" and what that is
The "Gap and the Gain" concept

Resources mentioned:

85. The 3 Pillars to Build A Strong Foundation for Your Homeschool with Meg Thomas

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Whether you're a public school teacher or a homeschool teacher or a parent, this episode is a special one. There is so much inspiration in this one episode that you do not want to miss! We have guest and homeschool expert Meg Thomas, the host of the Called to Homeschool podcast and she is diving into how to build a strong foundation with homeschool and so much more today.

Meg is a veteran homeschooling mama with over 15 year experience. Meg is also a Certified Life Coach, through the Life Coach School, specializing in helping homeschooling parents. She helps parents build relationships with their children and create peace in the home, so they can teach their children anything.

We dive into all concepts that are not just applicable to homeschooling. Meg shares her insights on why social-emotional needs are just as important as academic knowledge, and how developing good habits can lead to better mental health for both homeschooling parents and their children.

Meg also shares her three pillars for homeschooling: mind, heart, and habits. These three pillars serve as the foundation for building a strong homeschooling experience and family relationships. Focusing on the mind means prioritizing academic learning and developing critical thinking skills. Focusing on the heart means building emotional intelligence, fostering connection and relationships, and encouraging personal growth. Focusing on habits means instilling positive routines and habits that promote productivity, time management, and physical wellness.

By nurturing all three pillars, homeschooling parents can create a well-rounded and sustainable educational experience for their children.

Don't let the title of this episode fool you! This episode is not just for homeschool teachers. This episode is for parents, teachers and homeschool parents. There is something for everyone. You do not want to miss this special episode!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/foundation-for-your-homeschool

In this episode on the 3 pillars to build a strong foundation for your homeschool, we discuss:

How building good habits is important for homeschoolers to maintain their mental health
Why taking time to teach children how to do household tasks can help alleviate a lot of stress.
Why removing habits that are not supporting children can be helpful
How prioritizing and building foundations slowly can be beneficial. It's important to make habits easy, small, and build upon them
In-depth info about the 3 pillars of how to build a strong foundation for homeschool
Actionable steps for building a strong foundation for homeschooling and making it a lifestyle

Replay (With New Perspective): Summer Learning Must-Dos For Math & Language Arts

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Head over to this episode's show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/summer-review-strategies/

84. Experimenting with Productivity Practices in the Classroom Alongside Students with Angela Watson

Tue, 30 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Do you find yourself feeling rushed, stressed or overwhelmed as you're teaching? Do you feel like you're out of the flow during teaching? Today's episode is all about finding the flow and productivity practices and you do not want to miss it! We have special guest Angela Watson of Truth for Teachers.

Angela Watson is a productivity and mindset specialist, author, and motivational speaker for educators. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and has a degree in Curriculum and Instruction, along with eleven years of classroom teaching experience and over a decade of experience as an instructional coach. Angela is best known for the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek program, which has supported over 55,000 teachers, coaches, and administrators in maximizing their contractual time so they’re not working endlessly on nights and weekends.

We dive into finding flow in the classroom and how to simplify and streamline routines before adding anything new to the day. Angela shares her passion for a project called "Finding Flow Solutions" that incorporates flow theory into education. She explains how focusing on flow over just productivity can lead to deeper satisfaction in work and create a positive learning environment for teachers and students alike.

We also discuss strategies for helping kids develop time management, attention management, and energy management skills that are vital for experiencing flow, the Forty Hours Teacher Work Week program, where Angela advises educators how identifying time wasters is important to improve productivity and flow.

This episode is sure to provide insight on the importance of finding flow in the classroom alongside students and the various productivity practices that can improve the teacher's focus and classroom efficiency. If you want to learn more about these practices, be sure to check out this amazing episode.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/productivity-practices/

In this episode on productivity practices in the classroom with Angela Watson:

How to maximizing your time with the 40 Hour Teacher Work Week Program
Why it's important to create a positive learning environment
How to to find flow in the classroom and simplify your practice
The benefits of finding flow and the deepening satisfaction you can find in work and learning
How to teach productivity and strategies for avoiding burnout

Resources mentioned:

83. The #1 Teaching Tips from the Experts (Part 2 - Parent Track)

Fri, 26 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

We're back with our second episode all about the #1 teaching tips from the experts.

If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today!

In case you forgot or didn't hear our last episode- I asked our Educate and Rejuvenate presenters to send in a video introducing themselves, discuss what they'll be talking about at Educate and Rejuvenate and to offer a tip for our amazing listeners! We're back with more of their responses today.

From strategies for supporting hyperlexic learners to the five components of kindergarten readiness and how to teach differently wired learners in homeschool to practical tips and mindset shifts for overcoming overwhelm and getting organized, you'll hear it all! Our presenters really went all out for us on this episode.

And don't forget, these experts are all speakers at Educate & Rejuvenate, so if you love what they have to say, be sure to grab your ticket. We're all going to have so much fun together!

After hearing from all these experts, I hope that you get learned new strategies that will help you in your teaching life and get you excited for Educate and Rejuvenate.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teaching-tips-from-the-experts

In this second episode on the #1 teaching tips from experts, we hear:

The different presenters who will be speaking at Educate and Rejuvenate
How writing things down and making them visual is a key way to support hyperlexic learners at home or in the classroom, and can help with phonemic awareness.
Reading Simplified has taken research and clinical practice to streamline reading activities into a handful of high leverage activities based on the science of reading.
The session "What Does a Kindergarten Teacher Really Want?" covers the five components of kindergarten readiness: cognitive development, social and emotional development, language and communication skills, physical development, and approaches to learning.
The program called The Four Mindset Shifts helps to crush overwhelm, organize life and home, and work towards personal goals by shifting mindsets that hinder goals and organization towards ones that help.
And SO MUCH MORE!

82. The #1 Teaching Tips from the Experts (Part 1 - Teacher Track)

Tue, 23 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

If you want to learn the NUMBER ONE tip some of the top experts in the teaching world have to share with you... you'll want to listen up to this fun & interactive episode today!

It has been so much fun putting together this event and bringing together a wide variety of presenters. I have had a blast interviewing these Educate and Rejuvenate presenters for the podcast as well to provide free information you all right here! But there is no way that I could interview them all before the event, so I wanted to do something special for you.

I asked our presenters to send in a video introducing themselves, what they'll be talking about at Educate and Rejuvenate and to offer a tip for our amazing listeners and they DELIVERED! We get to hear teaching tips from OVER 10 experts today!

From number sense to classroom management, mindfulness to reading... you're going to learn LOTS today about how you can teach kids. You will also get to meet just a few of these amazing experts! These experts are all speakers at Educate & Rejuvenate as well, so if you love what they have to say, be sure to grab your ticket. We're all going to have so much fun together!

I believe there’s power in coming together and learning from each other, which is exactly what this episode embodies. After hearing from all these experts, I hope that you get learned new strategies that will help you in your teaching life and get you excited for Educate and Rejuvenate. Stay tuned for part 2 this Friday.

Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-tips

In this episode on the #1 teaching tips from experts, we hear:

Top experts in teaching who share their number one teaching tips in various areas such as number sense, burnout, classroom management, and cultural inclusivity.
Personalized one-on-one education has been shown to be effective in helping children succeed, according to Maxwell Roach, the founder of John Abe's Learning Club.
How scheduling work time realistically and intentionally to allow for focus and being present outside of work, which is essential for maintaining a healthy work-life balance
How integrating content standards beyond STEM and into other subjects can open up more time during the day for brain-busting work disguised as fun, according to Carrie Tracy from Feelgood Teaching.
And SO MUCH MORE!

Resources mentioned:

Educate & Rejuvenate
Keri Brown - Website, Instagram, Facebook
Brittany Blackwell- Website, Instagram, Podcast
Kristina Harill- Website, Instagram, Facebook
Loren Thorpe- Facebook, Blog
Debbie Chaimberlain- Website, Instagram
Shannon & Mary- Website, Podcast
Max Roach- Website, Instagram, Youtube
Kerry Tracy- Website, Facebook, Instagram
Linda Kardamis- Website, Instagram, Podcast
Jocelynn Hubbard- Website, Instagram, Podcast
Mrs. P's Specialties- Website
Rachael Parlett- Website, Instagram
Amy H- Website, Instagram, Facebook
Shametria Banks- Facebook, Instagram

81. The Simple Mindset Hack to Uplevel Your Life

Fri, 19 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

As human's we have our own blind spots. We probably often see this with our own kids or the students we teach in our class too. We see what's right there, but they can't.

What our BIG BLIND SPOT is... is how our unconscious thoughts drive SO MUCH of our lives and in fact we often believe the stories our brain is serving us without questioning them. Our brains can often hinder us, getting in the way of reaching our goals and living our best lives.

On today's episode I'm diving into some really fascinating content about what our brains do… sharing some funny stories too… and ultimately, sharing a simple mindset tool that has been a game changer for me, and can be for you, too.

In this episode, I share a powerful mindset tool that has helped me overcome these challenges, and can help you too. I share personal stories about how I’ve used this mindset hack to uplevel my life and reach my goals. From launching my own podcast, creating a teacher planner, organizing events for teachers, as well as getting invited to professional development opportunities and even signing a book deal. These successes are all thanks to the powerful mindset tool that I’m excited to share with you.

Throughout today's episode, I give you tips to help you understand how and when to use this mindset tool and how to differentiate between thought and circumstance.

So if you’re a teacher or mommy (or both!) looking to improve your life and reach your goals, make sure to listen to today's episode. You won’t want to miss out on this simple mindset hack that can change your life.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/mindset-hack

In this episode on the simple mindset hack to uplevel your teacher life, I discuss:

How our minds can often hold us back from achieving our goals and reaching our full potential
The importance of thoughts and circumstances and how to differentiate between the two
The benefit of implementing a simple mindset hack so we can overcome these mental hurdles and start making progress towards our aspirations
How this mindset hack involves shifting our thinking from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, which allows us to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growth
Why it is import to adopt this growth mindset mentality and how you can unlock your full potential and achieve success

80. The Science of Reading with Amy Neilson from Planning Playtime

Tue, 16 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

What if I told you that how we've been teaching reading to students might not be the best way to teach reading to kids? Today's episode is all about the science of reading and it is so fascinating!

For parents and educators, understanding the science of reading can be a game changer in helping kids develop this crucial skill. In this episode of Wife Teacher Mommy, I'm talking with Amy Nielsen, founder and CEO of Planning Playtime, about the Scarborough's Rope model and how language comprehension and word recognition work together to support literacy.

We discuss the importance of activities that build phonemic awareness, systematic phonics instruction, vocabulary instruction, background knowledge, and comprehension skills.

We also dive into the neuroscience behind reading, including brain scans and the development of neural networks, and explore how cognitive science principles can inform effective reading instruction, how neuroscience shows the importance of play in learning, how to focus on training specific skills, and why a growth mindset is crucial in effective reading instruction.

This episode is sure to provide insight into how to teach children to read effectively and in a way that empowers every child with the ability and love of reading. Whether you're a homeschool parent or a classroom teacher, join Kelsey and Amy for invaluable insights into the science of reading.

Head on over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/science-of-reading/

In this episode on the science of reading with Amy Neilson I discuss:

The importance of phonemic awareness, decoding skills, and vocabulary instruction in building reading ability
The Scarborough's Rope model and how it explains the different pieces involved in effective reading instruction
Insights from cognitive science and neuroscience about how the brain develops reading ability and what strategies can be used to support this development
The role of background knowledge and information in reading tests and reading ability
Amy's reading program, Play to Read, and how new science of reading research has led to efforts to improve and up-level the program

Resources mentioned:

79. The Secret to a Purposeful Teacher Summer

Fri, 12 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Summer break is an opportunity for teachers and educators to recharge, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming school year. But how can you make the most of this precious time off? In this episode, I explore the secret to a purposeful teacher summer, offering practical tips and strategies for making the most of your time off.

I dive into the importance of reflection and goal-setting, offering tips for reflecting on the previous school year and setting goals for the upcoming year. While summer is a time for relaxing, it is also the perfect time for reflection.

Summer is also the perfect time for self care. I provide practical tips and strategies for prioritizing self-care and offer recommendations for resources and tools to support your well-being.

Whether you're a new teacher or a seasoned educator, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for making the most of your summer break as a purposeful and rejuvenating time. Sit back, relax, and discover the secret to a purposeful teacher summer!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-summer

In this episode on how to have a purposeful teacher summer, we discuss:

The importance of reflecting during summer break
The benefits of setting goals and intentions for the upcoming school year while on summer break
Tips on how to practice self care during summer break
How to have a purposeful teacher summer
Our upcoming summer Educate & Rejuvenate conference

Resources mentioned:

78. Simple & Effective Tricks to Addressing Problem Behavior with Dr. Christine Reeve

Tue, 09 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you ever worked with a student that had problem behavior or experienced a situation in the classroom that was difficult to manage? As educators, we all have experienced this! We all have come across problem behaviors. Our episode today is all about managing challenging behavior in students, particularly those with special education needs.

Our guest, Dr. Christine Reeve Christine Reeve, is a behavior specialist, consultant, and director of a program serving students with autism and behavioral issues. She shares her experience as a behavior specialist and consultant for special education needs. We talk about her journey towards founding the Special Educator Academy, a community that helps prevent teachers from feeling isolated and shares the challenges they face in special education. We will then discuss our team's resources, and how having a community with different areas of expertise can be beneficial for all educators.

To understand challenging behavior, we need to focus on why it happens rather than the behavior itself. Many times, behavior is a mismatch between the child and the context in which they are interacting. We will dive into the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) approach and discuss how it can improve a child's quality of life and teach them appropriate behavior.

There could be several reasons why a child may exhibit problematic behavior, such as communication difficulties, poor social skills, and an inability to self-regulate. To help address these behaviors, we talk about taking a skills-based approach that teaches appropriate behaviors and ways to gain attention or escape. By teaching and reinforcing appropriate behavior, the same level of attention can be given to both positive and negative behaviors, allowing for a reduction in negative behavior over time.

This episode is FULL of insight, inspiration and actionable tips you can implement in your classroom to positively impact how you respond to problem behaviors. You DON'T want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/problem-behavior/

In this episode on how to address problem behavior, I discuss:

How to most effectively respond to problem behavior
The benefit of understanding "difficult" students and problem behavior
Understanding the WHY behind a student's problem behavior
Why it is important to have creative responses for different problem behavior
Our student's beliefs ie what is REALLY going on
Practical tips on how to respond to problem behavior

77. How To Make an Intentional Schedule (And Actually Stick to It!)

Fri, 05 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

How to make an intentional schedule… and ACTUALLY stick to it!? Is it possible. You bet it is!

Are you somebody that struggles with making a schedule or sticking to your to-do-list? The struggle is real! Looking at what we didn't do or what we didn't stick to can be disappointing. That's why it's necessary to know how to make an intentional schedule. This episode is full of tips on how to do it. On today’s episode, I'm talking all about how to make an intentional schedule and stick to it!

What is intentional scheduling?

Teachers often have a lot of responsibilities and tasks to manage, and it can be easy to become overwhelmed or overworked without a clear plan. An intentional schedule can help teachers prioritize their tasks, set realistic goals, and manage their time more effectively.

By having a clear plan, teachers can reduce stress and increase their productivity and effectiveness in the classroom.

How can I be intentional with free time?

Start with a realistic assessment of your workload and responsibilities, including both teaching and non-teaching tasks. Do what I call a "brain dump"! Identify your priorities and goals, and determine which tasks are most important for achieving them.

Here is a quick list of ideas I share on the podcast:

Use a calendar or planner to schedule your time and set specific deadlines for each task.
Allow for flexibility and build in time for unexpected events or emergencies.
Break larger tasks into smaller, more manageable steps to make them more achievable.
Leave some open space for the unexpected as you time block. This is for rest and also for when unexpected things come up.

Creating an intentional schedule takes time and effort, but it can have a significant impact on your teaching effectiveness and overall well-being.

By following these tips and strategies, you can create a schedule that works for you and your goals and helps you stay on track and actually stick to it! Don't miss this episode on how to make an intentional schedule.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/intentional-schedule/

In this episode on how to make an intentional schedule:

The benefits of creating an intentional schedule and how to stick to it
How to do an effective "brain dump" and why it is necessary
The benefit of breaking down your day to make your schedule work
Why you should leave some open space for the unexpected as you time block.
The Eisenhower matrix: URGENT and IMPORTANT / NOT URGENT and IMPORTANT / URGENT and NOT IMPORTANT
A simple and easy way to time block

Resources mentioned:

76. Get To Know Your Teacher Life Coaches (Kelsey & Chrissy)

Tue, 02 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered about life coaching? What it is and what it can offer you? If you answered yes to either of those questions then this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Wife Teacher Mommy life coaching. I'm talking with Chrissy all about life coaching and how we can help you as your teacher life coaches inside the Club!

Chrissy Nichols has been teaching for over twenty years in both independent and public schools in the US and Europe. She is the founder of the coaching group The Chrissy Concept which serves smart, dynamic teachers who want to feel better about their lives and relationships at school. Chrissy specializes in helping teachers who feel overwhelmed and burned-out with tools to master time and improve any challenging relationship.

Throughout the episode, Chrissy and I explain what it means to be a life coach, particularly if you’re a member of the club or are attending our upcoming Educate and Rejuvenate event. Within life coaching, there are so many different platforms to get coaching and surround yourself with the community.

We also dive further into the role of the coach versus the role of the participant, which actually might surprise you! Part of the coach’s role is to give practical and real tools for you to apply to your life, and also asking questions - lots of questions!

Another positive component to this feature within the club is the community of people. Everyone in there is looking for something, whether it’s the same thing or something completely different. However, the environment is supportive of others and nurturing that ultimately helps you feel safe and welcomed.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-life-coaches/

In this episode on getting to know your teacher life coaches, we discuss:

A brief overview of what life coaching is and how it can help with all aspects of your life
My personal journey with life coaching and how I came to be a life coach
Our upcoming Educate and Rejuvenate event that will get you excited about life coaching
How everyone can get what they want out of life coaching
The most powerful result or change is through a personal mindset shift
How Chrissy and I can help you as your teacher life coaches

Resources mentioned:

75. YES, You Can Find Balance in a "Wife Teacher Mommy" Life... Here's How

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

“Are you trying to have it all? That question makes no sense. It’s a stupid question. Stop asking it. Don’t ask it. Do you miss your kids while you’re at work? Yes, of course, I do. Everybody does. And then, you know, sometimes I don’t” – Leslie Knope

Thank you, Leslie Knope. I won’t pose the question of having it all but here is another, similar question that a lot of us ponder.

Does teacher work life balance actually exist?

Honestly, probably not. What I mean is, I don’t think there is a way to perfectly balance the time each day. Some days work will need more attention, some days your kids will, your spouse will, or YOU will.

Even though the perfect balance may not exist, there are ways to set boundaries so that work doesn’t overtake other aspects of your life and vice versa. That's what we're diving into on today's episode: how to find balance in a "Wife Teacher Mommy" life.

I offer tips to help you find balance in all the roles you take on. I talk about how organization increases your balance, why being flexible and prioritizing matters, how to listen to your body and the importance of slowing down.

One of the most effective ways to achieve work-life balance as a teacher is to remember that you deserve to have a life outside of work and duties. Your value doesn’t go away when you leave the classroom or the house. You need your positive influence and support just as much as your students and children do. When you take time for yourself, you’re able to show up better for your students, children and family. You can't pour from an empty cup.

Whether you're feeling stressed out and need inspiration to find relief or just need a reminder to slow down, this episode is perfect for moms and teachers everywhere.

Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/find-balance

In this episode on how to find balance as a Wife Teacher Mommy we discuss:

How organization increases your overall work life balance
What does balancing your work life with your home life look like
How to effectively plan and schedule your work along with you home responsibilities
The importance of slowing down
Why you should listen to your body
Different activities you can do to reduce stress when the mental load feels like to much

Resources mentioned:

74. Escape Rooms and Gamification in the Classroom with Teresa Kwant

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

One of my favorite things we do at Wife Teacher Mommy with creating exciting and engaging resources and activities for students. Because let’s be real, there are some concepts that students need to learn, but aren’t engaging enough. We have a real treat for you today that will give you some fun ideas in the classroom. On today’s episode, I’m talking with Teresa Kwant about gamification in the classroom and escape rooms.

Teresa Kwant is a former teacher turned teacher-author business owner. She graduated from the University of Utah in 2009 with a degree in elementary education. After graduation, she taught 6th grade in an elementary school for 5 years. Along the way, she found TPT and started dabbling in product creation. She now creates full-time and specializes in gamification in the classroom with products like escape rooms and game shows with PowerPoint and Google Slides.

Teresa is a pro at gamification and shares so much knowledge on gamification in the class room on this episode. Gamification in the classroom is when you integrate game elements into a learning environment. It takes an experience that students might have a hard time staying engaged with—like a whole-class lesson—and makes it more engaging. Teresa has done this with escape rooms.

Students learn best when they can get engaged in the activity and lesson. What better way to break away from the classic, “sit-n-listen” learning environment than with a classroom escape room? Escape are an engaging and unique lesson that students will learn from.

Escape room classrooms teach:

Creativity
Problem-solving
Communication and teamwork
And so much more!

If you're looking for new classroom actives, don't miss this episode! And if you love what you hear from Teresa today… be sure to join us at E&R where she will be speakingGamification in the classroom is the incorporation of game elements into a learning environment. When implemented well, it takes an experience that participants might otherwise not find fun—like a whole-class lesson—and makes it more engaging!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/gamification-in-the-classroom/

In this episode on escape rooms and gamification in the classroom, I discuss:

What gamification in the classroom is and what it looks like
What an escape room activity is and how to do it in the classroom
Teresa's history and how she began creating escape room resources
The benefits of doing engaging and active lesson plans in the classroom
How an escape room activity works in the classroom

Resources mentioned:

73. 3 Summer Reading Challenge Strategies for Kids

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Want to help your students or your own kids avoid the summer slide? A summer reading challenge is one great way to do that and if you use these 3 summer reading challenge tips, the kids will LOVE it!

Although school is almost out, does that mean learning needs to stop? To all of the kids’ disappointment, it does not! According to Summer Learning Academy, an average student loses about two months of grade level equivalency over the summer. Therefore, in today’s episode, I'm sharing 3 summer reading challenge strategies that will keep kids learning and engaged through the summer.

Engagement Strategy #1: A variety of texts Summer Reading Challenge

Instead of reading the same types of books all summer, your child could be reading a graphic novel one week and a biography about a “cool” scientist the next week. That’s some great variety! Offering a variety of texts also gives kids choices. Children prefer to make their own decisions instead of being told what to read. I can not stress enough how important it is to help children to learn to LOVE reading!

Engagement Strategy #2: Setting Goals in your Summer Reading Challenge

Goals can be very motivating for children, especially when you help them to set their OWN goals. Autonomy is a HUGE motivator for kids! When children set reasonable goals for themselves, they will be more motivated to try and reach them.

Engagement Strategy #3: Reading Together for the Summer Reading Challenge

When children read together with their families, it is a lot easier for children to create habits than if they are simply reading on their own. Reading together can be encouraged in several ways.

Just because school is ending for the year, doesn’t mean kids' learning has to stop. Implementing these summer reading challenge strategies will help create a love of learning through those summer months!

There are so many exciting things happening at Wife Teacher Mommy, and one of those is our virtual summer event: Educate & Rejuvenate. This is an event we’re hosting and it’s going to be so fun! We have sessions including life coaching skills, talking teacher burnout, and learning amazing teaching strategies that you can implement in your classrooms. Another bonus is you can get PD credit. Check out the links below for more information!

Head over to the show notes: www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/summer-reading-challange

In this episode on summer reading challenge strategies for kids:

Summer reading challenges strategies that keep kids learning and engaged
Why providing a choice engages kids’ learning
How family participation increases kids' engagement level
Creative ways to include family into summer reading
Ways to get kids to have more buy in on a summer reading challenge

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72. Self Development for Homeschool Moms with Bonnie Wiscombe

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Do you find yourself so engulfed in your role of homeschool mom (or teacher) that you forget what you even used to like to do or what your passions are? Or are you just not finding the time for them that you’d like? This episode is for you!

Today I'm talking all about self development for homeschool moms with special guest Bonnie Wiscombe. I met Bonnie while certifying to life coach. We instantly hit it off. I'm so excited to have her on the podcast today and to have her present at Educate and Rejuvenate this summer.

Bonnie Wiscombe is a certified life coach, serial entrepreneur and homeschool mom of 10 children. She coaches moms of faith who are feeling called to share their talents with the world through building a business but don’t know where to start. In her (hard won) free time, she enjoys roller coasters, reading and running.

We really dive into how to find self development not only as a homeschool parent, but as a teacher and parent. We cover how to figure out what your innate talents and strengths are and how to developing them, how to find make time for hobbies while being busy, why it is important for homeschool moms (and, our teacher listeners also) to find ways to develop themselves and so much more!

Those are just a glimpse of what we dive into on this episode that is full of methods to help you find self development for homeschool moms, teachers, and parents. Whether you are feeling stagnant or are just looking for new tips on how to improve your self development, this episode is for you! Don't miss it.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/self-development-for-homeschool

In this episode on self development for homeschool moms:

How to be find self development for homeschool parents, teachers and parents
The problem with falling into the roles of "wife", "teacher", and "parent"
Why homeschool parents are more likely to burn out than parents who send their kids to public schools
The reason why we owe it to kids, community, world and ourselves to become the best version of ourselves
Figuring our what your innate talents and strengths are and developing themselves

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71. 8 Tips for Acing Your Teacher Observation in Your Classroom

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

If you want to hear the time I totally bombed my classroom observation… listen up. On today's episode, you'll hear what I learned from that experience and also the tips I have for you now that I've helped tens of thousands of teachers on my blog and podcast… PLUS quotes from members of our Wife Teacher Mommies Unite Facebook group, too! Check out these 8 tips for your teacher observation!

We asked the awesome members in our Wife Teacher Mommy Unite facebook group some questions about teacher observation and we got back over 100 responses! Here are some of their responses to those questions.

How do you prepare for classroom observation?

"Teach your children non-verbal behavior queues beforehand, that way if they are misbehaving during a lesson, they will know what the hand signals and eye looks mean so you can quickly and quietly carry on with your actual lesson."

-Tara S.

What do you do during teacher observation?

"I always think of the saying “Dance like nobody is watching” but change it to “Teach like nobody is watching. have found over the years that if I stress myself out prior to my observation I stumble over my words, forget certain things that I wanted to mention and/or do, etc. I just carry on with my normal routine and act as if it is just myself and my students in the room; it is much easier said than done though!"

-Shannon M.

What do principals look for during observation?

"Don't do something big and fancy. Stick with how you normally teach. Administration wants to see YOU and how you teach. Not the dog and pony show that can happen when observations occur. Kids will pick up on the change and some will act out because it is off routine."

-Betsy S.

How do you stay calm during an observation?

"Be the teacher you know how to be, and give yourself grace. Things are going to happen and go wrong; it’s only natural. Sometimes the best feedback you can receive from others is the feedback based on how you handled unexpected situations!"

-Amber J.

These are just a few tips and questions we go over on this episode of the podcast. We offer 8 tips for teacher observations in this episode, so there is a lot more inspiration that will help you feel confident and ready for your teacher observation.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-observation/

In this episode on 8 tips for your teacher observation:

How to Prepare Ahead for Teacher Observation
How to Brush Up That Confidence for Teacher Observation
What to Do During Teacher Observation
What Things You Should Avoid During a Teacher Observation
How to Calm Nerves During Observation
And So Much More

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70. Hope, Humor and Inspiration for Teachers with Kristina Kuzmic

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

This is one of my favorite podcast episodes that I've ever done! I have been a fan of today's guest for a long time, so this interview was a pinch me moment.

Our guest today is Kristina Kuzmic! You may know her from Instagram, TikTok, Oprah or as author of the best selling book "Hold On But Don't Hold Still". Chances are you've seen Kristina.

Since working with Oprah, Kristina has branched out on her own, creating videos about juggling all of life’s challenges, and encouraging her audience to prioritize their mental health. She has quickly become a viral sensation with 2.9 million Facebook followers and well over half a million Instagram followers.

Now, with over one billion video views, Kristina is providing her audience with encouragement, hope and humor in a role she never expected to fill.

Typically Kristina offers support and insight on parenting, but on this episode she dives into subjects and insight that is applicable not only parents but to teachers as well. This episode will give you inspiration, motivations and laughs. You don't want to miss it!

If you enjoy this interview, be sure to join us at Summer Educate and Rejuvenate! You'll get to be there live interacting in zoom with Kristina and other teachers enjoying the conference. Get your tickets here!

Head over to the show notes- https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/inspiration-for-teachers

In this episode on inspiration for teachers with Kristina Kuzmic:

Kristina's story from immigrating from war torn Croatia to America
The origins of some of Kristina's funny videos
How to combat overwhelm as a teacher and parent
Kristina's advice for teachers who don't have a "teacher bestie"
Why you shouldn't compare yourself to others
The downfall of pretending to be perfect
And so much more!

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69. How to Nail Your Teacher Interview (And Land Your Dream Job!)

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

It's that time of year again! The final stretch of the school year. This is the time of year where teachers decide to stay with their school or go on the job hunt. So today, we're going to be talking all about how to nail your teacher interview. We are going to be giving you some awesome tips for how to best prepare for your teacher interview so that you can walk in feeling confident and prepared.

While preparing for this episode, I came across the top internet searches around teacher job interviews. What better way to dive into how to do a teacher interview than by answering the questions teacher's ask most? Here are the top searched questions about teacher interviews and some quick tips.

How to Prepare for a Teacher Interview:

Research the school! Know things like mission statement, demographics, and educational programs. Demonstrate your interest in the school and to prepare relevant questions to ask during the interview
Review the job description to identify the skills, qualifications, and experience that the school is looking for in a candidate and to prepare examples of how you have demonstrated those skills in the past
Bring a detailed teaching portfolio

How to Introduce Yourself in a Teacher Interview:

Dress professionally but something you feel fabulous and confident wearing.
Use confident body language, such as sitting up straight, making eye contact, and avoiding fidgeting
Confidence in YOURSELF. Self confidence, your ability in your beliefs to do the job well

How Impress During Your Teacher Interview:

Discuss how to give specific examples of your experience, such as sharing stories of successful teaching experiences, describing your approach to classroom management, or explaining how you differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Play on strengths- tech, art, music, endorsements or special qualifications others may not have. This tends to be what impresses ME when I interview people
Ask thoughtful questions, such as asking about the school's culture, professional development opportunities, or support for new teachers
Be enthusiastic, positive, and engaging during the interview

How to Sell Yourself as a Teacher:

Highlight your strengths and skills, such as explaining your teaching philosophy, discussing your experience with technology or project-based learning, or describing your experience working with diverse learners
Be authentic, honest, and personable during the interview
Demonstrate your passion for teaching, such as sharing stories of how you have made a positive impact on students, explaining why you became a teacher, or describing your vision for your future classroom
Remember to be yourself your passion will come through. Think about the things that you are passionate about and definitely research the programs and talk about the experiences you were part of in student teaching

What Teachers Should NOT Do in an Interview:

Do not speak negatively of past employers. Speaking negatively about previous employers or colleagues can make you appear unprofessional or difficult to work with.
Avoid common interview mistakes, such as being unprepared, appearing disinterested, or failing to follow up after the interview.
Be respectful, courteous, and professional throughout the interview process.
Always be yourself
Don't focus on your past negative work experience

These are just a few tips that we talk all about on this episode of the podcast. Whether you are just finishing student teaching and looking for your first job or looking for a change, you want to be prepared. Have no fear because you'll feel confident and ready after listening to this episode!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-interview

In this episode on how to nail your teacher interview:

How to Prepare for a Teacher Interview
How to Introduce Yourself in a Teacher Interview
How to Impress During Your Teacher Interview
How to Sell Yourself as a Teacher
What Teachers Should NOT Do in an Interview
How to Nail Your Teaching Interview

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68. How To Simplify Your Teacher Work Day & Work Less with Jamie Sears from Not So Wimpy Teacher

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 02:00:00 -0400

As teachers, we have a lot of tasks to do each day. Whether it's grading, assessments, or just general classroom management, teachers have so much to do. With how much teachers have to do, it can feel like there is not enough time in the day.

It is really easy to get overwhelmed when you look at your classroom and all you have to teach throughout the year. THEN, think of all the school activities and all those little things that take time out of your classroom teaching schedule. Talk about no time for everything!

That's what this episode is all about- how to simplify your teacher work day and work less! And we have a very special guest on the show with us today. Jamie Sears from Not So Wimpy Teacher joins us to talk all about how to simplify your teacher work day and work less.

Jamie Sears is a wife, mother of 5 children, a former 3rd grade teacher, and creator of “The Not So Wimpy Teacher”, an education blog that spans across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, email, and similarly named podcasts. With half a million teachers and administrators in her tribe, she teaches educators how to better help their students and themselves.

Whether you feel like you have no time, are stressed out or or just need some pointers on how to simplify your work day, this episode is the perfect listen for classroom inspiration and how to shift your mindset to simplify your work day and stress less. You won't want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/work-day-work-less/

In this episode on how to simplify your teacher work day and work less. we discuss:

How teachers can cut back on time spent on planning
Smart classroom management hacks to implement in your classroom
Deciding what assignments you should and shouldn't grade
How to decide how many hours you are going to work
Jamie's new book "How to Love Teaching Again"
How teachers can save time on their lesson planning and grading

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67. How to Be Confident as a Teacher

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

If you're feeling less than confident about yourself as a teacher, listen up. On today's podcast, we're going to be talking about two ways to look at your confidence in yourself as a teacher… starting today! These two strategies and perspectives will help teach you how to be confident as a teacher.

Everyone needs a confidence boost from time-to-time, whether you're a new teacher or are a veteran teacher, especially when you meet new challenges. It's great when someone else gives you support, but you can't depend on others to keep you feeling confident. You are responsible for developing and nurturing your self-confidence. Having confidence as a teacher can improve your overall effectiveness as well as your wellbeing.

Confidence as a Teacher comes down to TWO THINGS:

1) Self Confidence: Belief in ourselves and our thoughts. Believing that we’re already amazing and acknowledging how far we’ve come is essential to increasing self confidence. If we believe in where we are going, then feedback and "criticism" will become “learning moments”. They won't be a "bad thing" but rather a gift to help us improve.

2) External Confidence in Capability- You can look at your wins to see what skillsets you already have confidence in. When you do this, you can see all the areas that you lack confidence in and begin to do practice and repetition to grow your confidence in those areas that you are lacking confidence.

Those are just two tips we dive into on this episode that is full of methods to help you begin owning your wins and growing your confidence. Whether you're new to the classroom or a veteran teacher, you won't want to miss this episode that is sure to help you feel more confident in the classroom.

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/how-to-be-confident-as-a-teacher

In this episode on how to be confident as a teacher:

How to be more confident as a teacher
The benefit of believing in yourself and external confidence in your capability
Why owning your wins is essential to self confidence
How to manage your mind when “sticky moments” come up
The theory of 10,000 hours of practice
How shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your confidence
A simple and easy way you acknowledge your daily and long term wins

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Bonus Episode - Educate & Rejuvenate Keynotes Revealed!

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

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Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

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66. Prevent Burnout with Teacher Mom Self Care with The Teacher Mamas Podcast

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you noticed that teaching and being in the classroom or school setting has become extremely difficult? Does it feel like you've lost the enjoyment you once experienced in teaching? This, as you may have heard, is called "burn out".

Teachers nowadays are overwhelmed, exhausted, and burnt out. But what can you do about it? On today’s episode, I have guests Ashley and Roberta of the Teacher Mamas Podcast and we’re having a discussion about how to recognize teacher burnout and strategies you can use to prevent burnout with teacher mom self care.

Ashley and Roberta are both mamas and teachers and hosts of the Teacher Mamas Podcast. Together they discuss various topics like: routines, health, habits, self-care and so much more. They believe that living a healthy lifestyle is for every member in the family from young children to adults.

We're covering all things burn out on today's podcast. We dive into what burnout is and how to identify it. What self-care means and what it looks like. How your mindset, thoughts, feelings, beliefs about your career and education effect your burnout and how being ready to make a change means you need to be intentional in order to understand what your next steps are for you personally and professionally.

Whether you’re at the point of wanting something different, or just feeling the stress of another school year, this episode is for you! Ashley and Roberta give so much insight into how to prevent teacher burnout with teacher mom self care and give actionable tips and strategies that will help you prevent burnout and handle it when it happens.

Head over to the show notes: wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/prevent-burnout

In this episode on how to prevent burnout, we discuss:

How to prevent burnout with teacher mom self care strategies
Why your mindset is the key to dealing with teacher burnout
What self-care is and what it can look like
Different types of self-care
Ashley and Roberta give a sneak peek into their keynote for the upcoming Summer Educate & Rejuvenate conference

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BONUS: Clues for Keynote #1: Educate and Rejuvenate is Coming Back!

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

BONUS #1- Clues for Keynote #1: Educate & Rejuvenate is Coming Back!

65. Weight Loss Tips for Teachers with Corinne Crabtree

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

You THINK you know about weight loss… the common thought is that it's all about calories in/calories out… but then why do so many of us struggle with it? A lot of the time we ask HOW to lose weight instead of asking WHY do we struggle with weight loss. That is the subject of this special episode of the podcast. And we're so excited to have weight loss expert Corinne Crabtree of The No BS Weight Loss Program on the podcast today to talk weight loss tips for teachers.

Corinne has helped tens of thousands of women with weight loss- many of whom have been teachers. She is one of THE top life coaches who certified with the Life Coach School and her focus is on weight loss. She LOVES helping teachers with weight loss and as you'll see in this episode she's familiar with many of our unique challenges- like lack of bathroom breaks for drinking water and weird/short lunch times, faculty room treats, and all the stressors etc. Corinne has all sorts of weight loss tips for teachers.

We're looking into the ROOT CAUSE of why we think we can't help ourselves with treats in the faculty room, why we emotionally eat when we're stressed out with teaching… AND most importantly…. where we go from there.

We share lots of weight loss tips and strategies that are very DIFFERENT than what you've previously heard before using programs like Weight Watchers or doing calorie tracking. We're diving into the ROOT CAUSES of the why behind emotional eating, treats in the faculty room, and SO MUCH MORE. You don't want to miss this special episode on weight loss tips for teachers.

Head over to the show notes: wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/weight-loss-tips-for-teachers

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64. Create Your Ideal Classroom Management Plan & Minimize Classroom Disruptions with Linda Kardamis from Teach 4 The Heart

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Whether you are a first-year teacher or a veteran teacher, chances are that you have run into classroom management issues and wondered how to minimize class disruptions. Managing the behavior, social emotional, and learning needs of a classroom full of students is one of the biggest challenges most educators face.

That's why we're diving into how to minimize classroom disruptions and create a classroom management plan on today's podcast. And we have a very special guest with us today.

Linda Kardamis of Teach 4 the Heart is an expert on classroom management and our guest on today's podcast! Linda taught middle school math in a Christian school in Ohio before starting Teach 4 the Heart, which currently supports over 100,000 teachers a month via the website. She is the author of Create Your Dream Classroom, and the creator of the All-New Classroom Management 101, Beyond Classroom Management, Reclaim Your Time 101, and Teach Uplifted

We talk all about classroom management, how to minimize classroom disruptions and even answer questions from REAL teachers like you! Our Wife Teacher Mommy Unite Facebook Group members submitted questions for this episode and we answer them all. We answer questions like:

How to handle impulsivity?
How to handle constant—- “I need to go to the bathroom”
How and why do you feel classroom management has changed in the last decade?
How to deal with a class that constantly talks over the teacher?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Head over to the show notes: wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/minimize-classroom-distractions

In this episode on how to minimize classroom disruptions and create a classroom management plan we discuss:

Smart classroom management hacks to implement in your classroom
How to minimize classroom disruptions
Questions from REAL teachers and give them actionable advice
The benefit of involving students with classroom management
In-depth info about how to create a classroom management plan
Understanding behavior of students and where it is coming from

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63. How to Motivate "Lazy" Students or the "Bad" Kids

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you noticed a trend with students' behavior in the classroom? Are you wondering what to do with unmotivated students that you may feel are the "lazy" kids or the "bad" kids? Then you're not going to want to miss this podcast episode all about how to motivate lazy students.

On today's episode of the podcast about how to motivate lazy students. We're diving into what could be the root cause of the behavior we are observing with our students… and what to do when we feel like we've tried everything. And guess what parents- this applies to us with our own kids, too! Chances are there is something today you haven't tried just yet!

I've worked with MANY of our members inside the Club with 1:1 coaching sessions while I was working on my life coach certification with the life coach school. While this was far from the only topic, I've noticed a trend on the topic of student motivation, how to motivate lazy students and classroom management.

We go into what it means when we label students "lazy" or "bad". What does "lazy" or "bad" mean? "Lazy" and "Bad" or whatever word we might use have negative connotations that come with the label and the harm it can cause to a student's self-esteem and motivation.

I also dive into our own beliefs as teachers. If we believe a student is "lazy", this more than likely affects how we treat them, which then affects their motivation and attitude towards school. This episode discusses how to reflect on these students and offers actionable tips you can do in the classroom to help motivate lazy students and "bad" kids.

This episode is FULL of insight, inspiration and actionable tips you can implement in your classroom to positively impact your classroom management. You DON'T want to miss it!

Head over to the show notes: wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/motivate-lazy-students

In this episode on How to Motivate "Lazy" Students or the "Bad" Kids, I discuss:

The benefit of understanding the "lazy" label
The power of our beliefs and how we can reassess our belief when it comes to "lazy" students
What the CTFAR Model is
How we can use the CTFAR Model to help us inside of the classroom
Our student's beliefs ie what is REALLY going on
Practical tips on how to motivate lazy students once we've done/are working on the mindset work

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62. Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Activities (& More Ideas for Teachers)

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0400

St. Patrick’s Day is such a fun holiday in the classroom! After all, who doesn’t love wearing green? 😉

Your students are so lucky to have you as a teacher, especially in the month of March when the theme is St. Patrick’s Day, and everything lucky! We are diving into Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Activities and More in this week's episode. You can incorporate lucky leprechaun-esque activities in each content area.

Every teacher, classroom, and school will do holidays differently, AND THAT’S OK! Find the groove that works best for you. We cover hands on Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Activities, fill in the blank stories, Irish History lesson ideas, March themed math board games and so much more. This episode full of lots of different ideas of content related St. Patrick’s Day classroom activities from math to writing to history that you can use to incorporate the holiday into your classroom.

We also go over exciting news and updates about our upcoming Summer Educate & Rejuvenate 2023 Conference, our ongoing Sub Plan sale and so much more!

Your students will fall in love with these St. Patrick’s Day classroom ideas! There is something for every grade and content area. Check out this episode and get inspired for St. Patrick's Day with these Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day activities!

Head to the show notes: www.wifteachermommy.com/podcast/lucky-charms-st-patrick's-day-activities

In this episode on Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Activities, I discuss:

Lucky Charms St. Patrick's Day Activities and MORE!
Engaging, hands on cereal activities for math, writing, art and more
St. Patrick's Day class activities and resources that will engage your students
An explanation of each St. Patrick's Day class activity or idea
Different St. Patrick's Day resources for math, english, art and more
How each idea is not only engaging, but involves learning at each students’ academic level

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61. The Top 7 Myths about Emergency Sub Plans

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0400

"It's impossible to take a day off!"

Have you ever said this to yourself? As teachers, we often feel an obligation to be at school instead of taking a day off. We come up with every excuse in the book: my class won’t be okay, it’s harder to make emergency sub plans than actually be at school, I need to prioritize my job over my health, and so much more. Because of this reasoning, we so often don't bother putting together emergency sub plans.

Have you ever asked yourself, "what if it isn't impossible?" That's the question we address in today's episode all about the top 7 myths about emergency sub plans.

I've been helping teachers with their sub plans for over 8 years at this point, and I've heard every reason why not to take a day off and why they can't leave emergency sub plans. From, the sub shortage, to letting down the students, to not having time! In this episode I talk about all the reasons you SHOULD have emergency sub plans and give actionable advice on how to be prepared with emergency sub plans.

One of the biggest stressors as a teacher is creating sub plans. Throughout this episode, I unpack all the ways to easily write sub plans and have materials ready for any time, as well as the mental work you can do to begin allowing yourself to take days off when you need to.

Being prepared with emergency sub plans and binder, how to efficiently write sub plans, and keeping these items organized and available will ensure your sub and your class will have a smooth and successful day. The first step is to debunk the myths that are stopping you from taking a day off. Listen to this episode for all the reasons why you should have emergency sub plans!

Head to the show notes: www.wifteachermommy.com/podcast/emergency-sub-plans

In this episode on myths about emergency sub plans, I share:

Ways you can make time to prepare emergency sub plans
Questions you can ask yourself to help you be comfortable with taking days off
Myths about emergency sub plans and taking time off
Actionable tips that you can do to help you enjoy the time you take off and prepare your class
Disprove the myth about subs not wanting to teach on their day in your classroom
Our current Sub Plan sale that is going on- use code PODCAST10 for 10% discount

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60. How To Calm Teacher Sunday Scaries

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Do you find yourself with feelings of anxiety and dread on Sunday? You’re not alone! They’re called the Sunday Scaries, and they can ruin your weekend and your time away from work. We are going to dive into what they are, where they come from and how to cope with them and more in today's episode!

For teachers, Sunday can become an extra day of the regular workweek. Instead of enjoying time with loved ones or relaxing, the weekend can become more work and stress thinking about student papers that need grading, lesson plans, paperwork and more! As I researched "Sunday Scaries" I found these some of the most popular questions on Google on this topic were:

"What are teacher Sunday Scaries?"

"How do I get rid of the Sunday Scaries teacher?"

"How do you calm Sunday Scaries?"

So I wanted to not only answer these questions on today's podcast, but I also wanted offer easy and actionable tips on how you can can identify and calm Sunday Scaries. These are tips that will help you handle any anxiety you have come up in your life and are SUPER simple- once you learn it, you can't UN-learn it! Don't miss this insightful episode!

Head over to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/sunday-scaries

In this episode about how to calm the sunday scaries we discuss:

What are teacher Sunday Scaries and what might be causing them for you
How do to get rid of the Sunday Scaries as a teacher and enjoy your weekends
How to calm Sunday Scaries and ways to identify where the stress is coming from
Actionable tips that will help handle the anxiety of Sunday Scaries
Ways you can identify your feelings and respond to them in a healthy way

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59. Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day & Self Love Tips for Teachers & Moms

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0400

SURPRISE Tuesday bonus full episode! I just thought it would be a FUN episode to share as Valentine's is coming up this week. This episode is not just about teacher self care, but is also about self care and the OTHER ROLES we have.

If you're needing a bit of self love on Valentine's Day- for any reason- I think the most important person for us to LOVE is ourselves. I talked about this a lot recently on the podcast… because it is really so important and for some reason something many of us struggle to do. And we dive into self care during Valentine's Day season on this episode.

We go over 3 topics: Valentine's Day, Galentine's day and Self Love. I share some of my tips and advice and we also hear from real teachers and some of our Wife Teacher Mommy team members as well. We hear ideas for date nights, writing a Valentine's Day letter to yourself, Galentine's Day ideas and so much more in this quick bonus episode.

You will get so much inspiration across the board for this Valentine's Day season.

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/galentines-day

In this episode on Valentine's Day, Galentine's Day & Self Love Tips for Teachers & Moms, I discuss:

Tips on how to show yourself self care during Valentine's Day like writing yourself a Valentine's Day card
Ideas for date nights with your significant other
Ideas for doing a Galentine's Day with your friends, like movie nights, craft nights etc.
We advice from hear from real teachers on how to do self care and nights out with friends
Our Valentine's Day Mega Bundle that is on sale right now

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58. How To Prepare for Teacher Maternity Leave in 4 Simple Steps

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Pregnancy… such an exciting time! Whether it's your first, second, or fifth child, it is always something to look forward to adding another little one into your family. BUT there's a lot of planning that goes into it- not only on the parenting side with baby registries and … but also if you're a teacher there's a lot to do to prepare for taking a maternity leave. That's why this episode is all about teacher maternity leave tips!

Preparing maternity leave as a teacher can be challenging. You’re anticipating your new arrival, but you want to make sure your kids are in good hands and your guest teacher has everything he or she needs to make the weeks or months you’re away easy.

As teachers (and as moms) we tend to put the needs of children above our own. When you are pregnant, you need to be sure that your health is a priority- and this includes not only your physical health but also your mental, emotional, and spiritual health.

Don't miss this episode for some awesome tips for teacher maternity leave that will help you be more prepared, stress less and help your students transition from full-time teacher to substitute.

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-maternity-leave

In this episode on teacher maternity leave, I discuss:

How to prepare for teacher maternity leave
Strategies to take care of your physical, mental and emotional health while pregnant
Why planning ahead will give you a path of least resistance when it comes to maternity leave
Resources to help aid the maternity leave process
How clear communication with parents about maternity leave helps the process

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57. 7 Valentine's Day Class Activities Kids Will LOVE!

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 08:15:00 -0400

Can you believe January is almost over? February is right around the corner, which means Valentine's Day is coming up! Do you have any Valentine's Day class activities ready? We've got you covered on today's episode all about 7 Valentine's Day class activities kids will LOVE!

Valentine’s Day is a time for love and joy and a great opportunity to bring these Valentine’s Day class activities kids will love to your classroom or homeschool! From math to Black History Month to writing Valentine’s Day classroom activities, there’s something for every content area!

We discuss so many incredible Valentine's Day class activities like Valentine’s Day Number Handwriting Practice, Valentine’s Day Candy Heart Math Activities, Valentine’s Day Directed Drawings, Valentine’s Day Spelling Activities, Valentine’s Day Punny Cards and so much more!

Be sure to listen all the way through this episode so you can take advantage of all of these ideas and start your Valentine party planning on the right foot!

I share SO MANY ideas on this episode of the podcast. You're bound to to take something away to help you to celebrate Valentine's Day in the classroom. Try some new Valentine’s Day classroom activities by integrating math, writing, and art with fun, candy, love-themed projects and MORE. Your students will thank you for the love and care you put into the plans in February and all year!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/valentines-day-class-activities

In this episode on Valentine's Day class activities and ideas, I discuss:

Our HUGE discount on our Valentine's Day Mega Bundle worth over $250 (only $27)
Party ideas for the perfect Valentine's Day celebration
Valentine's Day class activities and resources that will engage your students
An explanation of each Valentine's Day class activity or idea
Different Valentine's Day resources for math, english, art and more
How each idea is not only engaging, but involves learning at each students’ academic level

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56. How To Practice True Self-Care as a Teacher and/or Parent

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0400

What is true self-care? What do you do for self-care?

We're talking all about true self-care in today's episode. Self-care is an important part of a teacher’s mental health, but there are misconceptions about what it is. Some teachers dismiss self-care as “selfish”. But for teachers, self-care is a lot more than taking a bath or treating yourself to a spa day and that's what we're talking about today.

True self-care is about taking care of your mental health so that you’re prepared to be the best teacher you can be for yourself and your students. True self-care is about doing things to make you more healthy so you can show up better for the people that need you.

For this episode, I asked REAL members of our Wife Teacher Mommy community for their thoughts and advice on what true self-care looks like to them. We get to hear real responses and tips from real teachers just like you! Some teachers like to get their nails done. Others like to just be at home around their family and dog. True self-care doesn't look the same for everybody.

Not only do we hear from real teachers about true self-care, we also talking about what you can do to reframe how you think about self-care, so that we can view it as not being selfish, but as being self-FULL. The more we fill our cup, the more we have to offer to others. So how do we fill our cup? We talk all about it in this episode.

The most important thing when it comes to helping others, is to take care of yourself first. While taking a bubble bath, reading a book for enjoyment, or meeting friends for coffee might work immediately, sometimes more work needs to be done. Through using the tools necessary to take care of yourself, you’re ultimately making yourself a more effective teacher for you and your students.

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/true-self-care

In this episode on practicing true self-care as a teacher and/or parent, we discuss:

What true self-care is and why it is important
How self-care is actually self full not selfish
Tips and advice from real teachers about what true self-care is to them
Why you should treat yourself with the same amount of care that you treat your students with
How true self-care decreases stress in the classroom and increases longevity in your career

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55. The 3 Learning Styles You Need To Know if You Teach Kids with Richie Soares from Homeschool and Humor

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Have you ever had a student that just couldn't "grasp" a concept? No matter how hard you tried they just did not learn what you were teaching. Did you know it could actually be because the student has a different learning style than what was being taught? On today’s episode, I have guest Richie Sores from Homeschool and Humor and we’re discussing different learning styles for students and how we can we can learn different teaching styles to meet every child.

Richie is a devout homeschool mom of 3 kiddos and the owner and creator of Homeschool and Humor, where she shares learning tips along with many other goodies. Homeschool and Humor is a place for homeschool moms to go to for resources and information about all things homeschool. Along with homeschooling, she creates and hosts Homeschool Moms Summits for homeschool parents to come together and be inspired. You can catch two of my workshops at her upcoming Homeschool Mom Summit: Winter Refresh Edition on January 23rd-27th

With Richie's expert background knowledge on education and homeschooling , she gives a fresh perspective on how to differentiate instruction that best fits each child’s learning style.

Students learn though visual, auditory and kinesthetic. Visual is having to see it in order to understand it, auditory is having to hear how it is to understand it, kinesthetic is hands on. Now no student is going to be 100% one learning style, but by knowing the learning styles, we can recognize what is the more dominant and adjust our teaching.

That's just one subject we discuss on this episode. We dive into the 3 learning styles and discuss what they are, how to learn what each students' learning style is and different tips to teach the learning styles.

As educators, we want to teach and meet the needs of each child, knowing that each child learns differently. So the way to accomplish that goal is through learning the different learning styles. After listening to my conversation with Richie, you’ll know how to teach the different learning styles and how to to recognize what each student needs.

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/stress-management-for-teachers

In this episode on different learning styles for students, we discuss:

The three learning styles and how to teach them
Visual learning and how to teach in this style
Auditory learning and how to students learn this way
Kinesthetic learning and different tips for hands on learning
The "why" behind teaching and homeschooling and what fuels us as educators
The upcoming Homeschool Mom Summit: Winter Refresh Edition

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54. Stress Management for Teachers: Understanding the Stress Cycle with Brittany Blackwell

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0400

I have a question for you. Have you ever been stressed? I know that seems like a silly question, because obviously being an educator, we get stressed ALL the time! But in order to find stress management for teachers, the first step is to acknowledge that we ARE stressed.

I have a follow up question for you. Do you know there's such thing as a stress cycle and that it more than likely affect YOU as a teacher or homeschool parent? That's what we're talking all about on today's episode with my very special guest, Brittany Blackwell host of "The Resilient Teacher Podcast"

Brittany is incredibly experienced when it comes to understanding stress and the stress cycle, as well as educating teachers about the stress we take on as educators and techniques we can use to manage our stress. We dive into books and resources that teach about stress management, breathing techniques, the origins of the stress cycle and SO MUCH MORE!

if you're ever feeling stressed out with planning lessons or balancing teaching and everyday life and other roles-- this episode on stress management for teachers is for you!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/stress-management-for-teachers

In this episode on stress management for teachers we discuss:

What the stress cycle is
How stress is a response to fight or flight
How teachers can determine the best ways to end the stress cycle so they don’t burnout
Why understanding the stress cycle is such an important topic for teachers to be aware of
How the stress cycle impacts teachers and how it is the catalyst to burnout!
Different resources and books that discuss the topic of stress management for teachers
A simple and easy way to learn stress management for teachers!

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LISTENER FAVORITE: Why Math Fluency is Important & How To Do it With Your Kids

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:30:00 -0400

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53. 15 Easy Ways to Engage Fast Finishers (So They're Still Learning!)

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

“Read a book.”

How often have you said that to your fast finishers? I am SUPER guilty of this one! I’m always looking for new ideas for fast finisher activities! Too often, I catch myself repeating that phrase… “just read a book.”

It’s not that reading a book is NOT a bad option, it’s just something kids get tired of doing, especially those kids who ALWAYS finish first. That's why in today's episode I'm diving into easy ways to engage fast finishers! From graphic organizers to engaging writing prompts to play dough stations, this episode is FULL of ideas!

There are many challenges to you as a teacher when trying to find your fast finishers activities.

How do you challenge students without making it feel like a burden or punishment on them?
How do you do it without adding extra work for you?
How can it be student-led so that they can work independently and you can help the students who are working on the regular assignments?
How do you make it meaningful learning?

If you've ever asked yourself any of these questions, then this episode is for you! I offer 15 EASY ways to engage the fast finishers in your classroom. Your fast finishers will love having a greater variety of activities to pick and choose from!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/engage-fast-finishers

In this episode on how to engage fast finishers we discuss:

The benefits of having a variety of resources to offer fast finishers
How a utilizing a graphic binder with a book helps fast finishers stay engaged
Fun activities you can have your fast finishers do ie Backwards Story Problems, Play Dough Station, Color by Number and much more!
Online Learning Enrichment Activities such as A Google A Day, The Critical Reader, Mathopolis and more!
How to do a research topic for fast finishers and why you should let them do a topic of THEIR choice
A simple and easy way to do engaging fun activities like puzzles, math and ELA board games and more!

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LISTENER FAVORITE How to Write Sub Plans (And BONUS: CAN I Take a Day Off?)

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

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52. How to OWN Your Wins & Set Intentional Teacher Goals

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

With the new year approaching, it's that time where we start reviewing our year and our teacher goals that we made at the start of the year. Did you accomplish everything you wanted to? I know I didn't! Looking at what we didn't know can be disappointing... but what about what we did do? Do you ever sit down and acknowledge all the things that you did do? On today’s episode, I'm talking all about how to own your wins and set intentional teacher goals!

We're all human. It’s our nature to always be striving to do more. However, when we do this, we tend to always be looking at where we can improve instead of looking at what we have done. Sometimes we think our wins need to be life-changing, but what about our small wins?! We do so much as teachers, parents and whatever other hat you wear, that it is easy to overlook our every day wins. Start thinking about our teacher goals as a journey rather than the destination.

I also discuss the concept of past, present and FUTURE self. Over time we really change into different people, so thinking about what your FUTURE self would tell your PRESENT self will help you see how much you're capable of. By thinking in this way, you can set specific teacher goals from a place of love for yourself and keep positive momentum. Throughout this episode, I give insight to shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" to focusing on the "Gain". These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.

Throughout this episode, I give insight that I have learned on my journey, to help shift the perspective of focusing on the "Gap" (what we we think we're lacking) to focusing on the "Gain" (what we have achieved). These are simple, yet effective solutions to overcome your doubts so you will soon own your teacher wins.

This episode is full of different methods to begin owning your wins. From spreadsheets, to vision boards, to books that have helped change my mindset, to simple questions you can ask yourself to readjust your perspective. All of these techniques will help you reach your teacher goals and truly OWN your wins.

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-goals

In this episode on how to own your wins & set intentional teacher goals we discuss:

The benefits of owning your teacher wins and how to reach your teacher goals
The concept of making your FUTURE SELF happy
How having a vision board can help you visualize and reach your teacher goals
Why shifting your mindset to positivity can increase your motivation towards your teacher goals
How to notice the difference between the gap and the gain
A simple and easy way you acknowledge your daily wins

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LISTENER FAVORITE: Skyrocket Research Skills For Elementary Students

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0400

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51. Real Teacher Talk with Gaspare Randazzo

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 07:30:00 -0400

From balancing teaching, stand up comedy and dad life, to birth stories, to teacher maternity and paternity leave, to stand up comedy, teacher influencers, and how to pronounce Mario, we talk about it all on today's hilarious interview that you do not want to miss.

Because today on the podcast, I'm talking with NYC teacher, stand up comedian and Winter Educate & Rejuvenate keynote speaker, Gaspare Randazzo.

You may know him from Instagram, TikTok, or as Co-Host of "The Social Studies Podcast with Joe Dombroski and Gaspare Randazzo"

And let me tell you, he is HILARIOUS! Once we confirmed him for our event, I spent some time scrolling his Instagram (@standuprandazzo) and laughing at his videos. In fact, he's so good at stand-up that people are traveling to see him go on tour. (but pssst... you don't need to... skip the hundreds of dollars on a flight and join us virtually here!). Here is a little more background about Gaspare.

Gaspare Randazzo is a teacher in his 11th year in the classroom. When he's not in the classroom, you can find Gaspare doing Stand Up Comedy where he talks about his life as a teacher and his experiences dealing with students from all walks of life. His stories range from students hating him and wanting to punch him in the face to them loving him and bringing him school lunch trays to eat during every period. These non conventional teaching stories will have teachers and non teachers alike finding themselves laughing and scratching their heads at just how outrageous they are!

If you enjoy this interview, be sure to join us at E&R! He's so funny- full stand up at our event. You'll get to be there live interacting in zoom. You do not want to miss it!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/real-teacher-talk

In this episode on real teacher talk with Gaspare Randazzo:

How Gaspare balances teacher life, being a parent and a stand up comedian
The story of Gaspare's experience with his children's' births and maternity/paternity leave
Gaspare's experience in the classroom and his thoughts on the current climate of classrooms
How humor can help us relate and feel connected to others
The high prices of Taylor Swift tickets
How to properly pronounce Mario
And so much more!

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EDUCATE & REJUVENATE WINTER 2022 UPDATE + 12 Days of Freebies

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

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50. 7 Ways to Survive the Week Before Winter Break- From the Voices of Teachers Like You

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Hey friend! This week's episode is a special one because it is our 50th episode! I am so excited to have made it this far and thankful for YOU for listening and making this possible.

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” And also one of the busiest! You have so much on your plate from family time to shopping to holiday parties, that’s not even your school duties! It is hard to find a balance between classroom and all the holiday things you have going on in your life.

There is so much insight and advice in this one episode! We hear from Kirsten of Kirsten's Kaboodle, Tara from Teaching on Lemon Lane, Heidi from Second Story Window and so much more! You'll even get to hear insight from members of the Wife Teacher Mommy Team!

I gathered all of these submissions, found common "THEMES" and broke them down into "7 Ways to Survive the Week Before Winter Break". You'll be hearing tips from over 50 teachers in this podcast episode, so you're bound to find something that resonates with you and will help you make this the "most wonderful time of year"!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/winter-break

In this episode on how to survive the week before winter break:

How keeping a routine can help you manage your stress and classroom
The benefits of using the holiday to your advantage to make the most of the season
Why we should be intentional with our OVERALL planning during this time of year
How lowering exceptions for you and your students can lower your holiday stress level
Finding humor and how it can help us relax and connect
The magic of taking a day off and why you should
How to find self care and why it's worth it to do even if you feel too busy

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EDUCATE & REJUVENATE WINTER 2022 IS HAPPENING + 12 Days of Freebies

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

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49. How to Prepare for Teacher Snow Days

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Can you believe it's already December? That means the holidays and winter are in full swing too! One thing is certain, winter brings unexpected weather. With that being said, this episode is here just in time because on today's podcast we are talking all about how to prepare for teacher snow days!

In many places snow days are inevitable and so are the disruptions they bring to everyone’s plans. And as many places are moving to remote learning days that may mean a quick change from in-person lessons to online. Teacher snow days can be difficult and frustrating to navigate, so listen up because I share tips and resources on how to best prepare for snow days.

I discuss several fun and engaging activities for different subjects that you can use.

For writing, you can do a FUN writing prompt- "If I were Stuck in a Snow Globe?" or use our snow themed passages. For math, you can do a snow themed math board game or our snow math review resource. For science, you can do an engaging "Life Cycle" of a Snowflake" activity where you have students dance out the different steps of the water cycle.

These are just a few examples of the fun ideas that I share that will help you with teacher snow days and the best part is you’ll be prepared and won’t have to worry about what you are going to do when a snow day does happen.

A few other exciting topics that I touch on are my Life Coaching certification journey! I share some of the advice that I have learned so far, which I am so excited about. And I share about our upcoming virtual Winter Educate & Rejuvenate event! We will have Bri Richardson of Honest Teacher Vibes doing a comedy presentation, life coaching and more! This event is December 29th. You will not want to miss it!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teacher-snow-days

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48. 10 Money Saving Tips for Teachers

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Hey friends! This episode is a special one. With this past weekend being Black Friday and Cyber-Monday, we know you probably have been in shopping mode. And these days saving money can be stressful, so we wanted to drop an EXTRA episode this week all about money saving tips for teachers.

We all know school budgets are tight and often teachers purchase classroom supplies out of their own pockets. Whether spending your own money or school budget money, as teachers, we need to make every penny count. I have compiled a list of money-saving tips for teachers (& homeschool parents) to use to help you make your pennies go farther.

In this special episode I go over 10 money saving tips that I have learned for teachers. Some of the tips are even suggestions from real teachers within our Wife Teacher Mommy Community! These tips might help relieve some of that stress while still making sure you can enjoy your life too.

These 10 saving tips for teachers cover all sorts of areas you might be looking to save in! This episode dives into saving on groceries, books, audio books, clothes, school supplies and MORE.

Are you feeling a PINCH in your wallet right now in the current state of the economy? Check out this special episode and you just might get inspiration that will help you save more and stress less!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/saving-tips-for-teachers

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47. How to Achieve Work Life Balance as a Wife Teacher Mommy with Sarah Snider

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Happy Thanksgiving weekend, friends! I hope you're having an amazing weekend with family and loved ones. We have a special episode for you this week and I can't wait for you to hear it!

I’ve said it before, I LOVE connecting with my listeners and community within Wife Teacher Mommy. I’m so excited because in today’s episode, I’m doing just that.

I have guest Sarah Snider on the podcast, who is an active member of the Wife Teacher Mommy community and Club. Sarah has been enjoying our products for years and has been a Club Member since the Club first opened! She is a wealth of knowledge and we’ll be discussing how to achieve work life balance as a Wife Teacher Mommy.

Sarah has a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education as well as a Masters Degree in Special Education. She has been an educator for many years, teaching Pre-K all the way up to 12th, but currently teaches 3rd and 5th Grade special education. Along with being an educator, she is married with two children. Between school, work and family, Sarah has a very busy life and is a well of knowledge for achieving work life balance.

Throughout our conversation, Sarah is open about her experience as both a seasoned educator, wife and mom. She gives us high quality tips and expertise about specific ways she balances all of the different hats that she has to wear.

Sarah dives into her scheduling techniques and what she does to maintain a stress free calendar. She also offers ideas and examples of how to utilize support from coworkers, both in your district and outside your district and even within the Wife Teacher Mommy community. We also discuss the importance of proper self care and how putting yourself first helps you show up better for the people in your life that need your support.

It was so fun connecting with Sarah. Hearing all her wonderful advice on how to achieve work life balance truly was an inspiration. I hope you enjoy this episode and learn a thing or two!

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/achieve-work-life-balance/

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46. 3 Simple Ways to Differentiate Reading Instruction

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Happy Friday, Friends! I have two questions for you!

1 ) Do you teach varying levels of children?

2) Are you looking for easy tips on how to teach differentiated reading effectively?

I bet your answer to both of those questions is yes! Finding ways to effectively teach reading to every learning level in the classroom is a tough task and we hope to help you do just that! That's why our episode today is all about 3 simple ways to differentiate reading instruction!

No matter what grade level you are teaching, you’re bound to have varied levels of readers in your class. A 3rd-grade class, for example, may have students reading at a 2nd-grade level (or below), and at a 4th-grade level (or above!) With such a variety of students, it’s difficult to figure out how to use differentiated reading passages (while still teaching the same skills), but it’s possible with these tips.

The first tip I discuss in this episode is books by level and implementing literature circles in the classroom. One of the ideas that I share is splitting groups into reading level specific "book clubs" or "literature circles". This helps to avoid students being called out because of their reading level. After dividing into groups you can have students take different jobs to study different comprehension strategies. For example, our Literature Circles/Book Club resource has these adorable job names that you can use in your own literature circles:

Super Summarizer

Illustrator

Connection Constructor

Character Analyzer

And more!

Next I talk about a super helpful website that one of our Wife Teacher Mommy team members has used in the classroom. Students pick their reading level and this website gives them the news passage at their level. Every student can read the same news story at their level so you can have great class discussions about what they read! It's a great tool (this isn't an ad I promise!) and helps with differentiating in the classroom.

And last I dive into our Reading Comprehension and Fluency Passages. For these resources, I teamed up with my sister Victoria La Rue, who is a professional writer. She has always amazed me with her writing skills, so I was thrilled to work together on this project that is much needed for the diverse needs in our classrooms. Our differentiated reading comprehension passages are available for Kindergarten through 6th grades.

These differentiated reading comprehension passages include a low, medium, and high passage for each grade. Each passage has the SAME title and questions- and covers the same skills. The difference is only in the passages themselves- to meet each student at their own reading level.

That's just a brief overview of what you'll learn in this awesome episode that covers everything you need to know to differentiate reading instruction in the classroom! Thanks for listening!

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45. How to Do a Secret Santa in the Classroom or Homeschool

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Christmas can be such a busy time of year, and sometimes it can be tricky to find time to do the “fun stuff” with your class along with everything else that needs to be done before the holiday break. So on today's episode of the podcast I want to share an activity with you that will make it so you can walk away from this podcast and be less stressed this holiday season.

In this episode I share all about our Secret Santa Writing Activity! This Secret Santa activity isn't only a fun way to integrate writing into the curriculum during Christmas time, but also as a unit to build classroom community- AND bring in Christmas cheer! I also want to note for the homeschool mamas or dads- you know I love you as a homeschool mom now myself! You could ALSO use this activity as a family if you homeschool.

For the intro lesson, I read the students a fictional story I wrote. As I read, I have students hold up the pictures to go along with it.

The story is about a child named Andy who was not being very kind to his classmate, Carl. Santa had written him a letter telling him that since Santa couldn’t be there himself, he needed Andy to be his “Secret Santa” and look after him, this leads to introducing the “Secret Santa” unit.

I explain that students will draw the name of a classmate, and they will be writing letters and doing kind things for this person for the next couple of days or weeks, depending on how much time we have. Once students are all assigned, I give them their first writing prompt. The students are to write a compliment to their Secret Santa. It is so much fun to read the student’s clever responses!

That's a just brief overview of what I dive into with this episode. This Secret Santa Activity is a wonderful unit to add to your curriculum this holiday season and you'll hear all about why in this today's episode.

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44. 4 Steps To Teach Winter Holidays Around the World

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0400

This was our top requested topic for holiday podcasts in our Facebook group! Members wanted it so they got it. This episode is bound to be a new favorite!

I’m excited about this episode because it is our FIRST holiday season on the podcast so this is our first ever holiday themed episode!

In this episode I teach 4 steps to teach students winter holidays from around the world. I discuss all the different ways people celebrate Christmas and winter holidays around the world. I believe teaching holidays around the world is important because it offers our students a chance to think learn about diversity and gain an appreciation for holidays and traditions. In this podcast, I cover everything from Christmas in Germany to Chinese New Year to Diwali, Hanukkah and more!

Along with learning more about how different cultures celebrate Christmas and winter holidays, I discuss how teaching our students about these different traditions expands their world view and offers a great way to integrate reading, research, social studies, AND holidays all-in-one.

I discuss how teaching these holiday traditions to students is the perfect opportunity for them to research, collaborate and exercise team work skills by presenting what they have learned. Learning more about the world is so beneficial to ourselves and our students in so many different ways and we dive into it all on our very first Holiday themed episode with 4 SIMPLE steps to teach winter holidays around the world!

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43. How To Be An Effective Teacher By Taking Care of Yourself with Lizzie Langston

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

As teachers, our personal goal every day is to be an effective teacher that helps students grow and learn. With that in mind, you’re probably thinking we’re going to talk about PD and learning new strategies to keep students engaged, but actually, we’re going in a different direction that will still provide the same results.

I’m excited about this episode because we’re combining two of my passions: coaching and helping teachers. In today’s episode, I’m sharing how to be an effective teacher by taking care of yourself with special guest Lizzie Langston.

Lizzie Langston is a Certified Postpartum Life Coach, podcast host of The Postpartum Coach Podcast, and advocate for postpartum mothers, helping postpartum women feel more passionate, playful, and full of purpose. She uses her experience in family studies, human development, communication, psychology, and her story to facilitate women develop a deeper relationship with their bodies, minds, and wellbeing.

Another fun fact about Lizzie is she was my first Life Coach after I had my panic attack a few years back. She is a wealth of knowledge, passionate, and has seen first-hand how much I’ve grown from the work I’ve done through coaching. Therefore, Lizzie is sharing a lot of actionable tips and insights that will shift your thinking right away in order to make you a more effective teacher, wife, mom, friend, and person.

We discussed many things throughout this episode, but our biggest topic was how coaching tools can help you become a more effective teacher. By using coaching tools, which include mindfulness, therapy principles, questioning, how the brain works, and the nervous system, they work together to bring more awareness to yourself. Having awareness first is the catalyst for change within your body and mind patterns. With that at the forefront, Lizzie explains how that helps you become an effective teacher.

The most important thing when it comes to helping others, is to take care of yourself first. While taking a bubble bath, reading a book for enjoyment, or meeting friends for coffee might work immediately, sometimes more work needs to be done. Through the work of coaching and using the tools necessary to take care of yourself, you’re ultimately making yourself a more effective teacher for you and your students.

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42. Why My Panic Attack Was the BEST Thing That Ever Happened To Me

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Throughout life, I believe we have moments that change the trajectory of our life, happen so we can gain a new perspective, or an experience that truly changes our life for the better. While most of those moments are happy and positive, some can be scary and tragic, which is exactly what happened to me. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the story of my panic attack and explaining what I learned from it and why it was the best thing that ever happened to me.

In sharing my story, I’m telling you the real, raw, and vulnerable moments, thoughts, and feelings of when I experienced my panic attack in hopes you will gain some insight and learn from it. But it’s more than just repeating the story to you. I dive deeper into the reasons that led to my panic attack, which might surprise you.

More importantly, the purpose of this episode is to share what I learned and how it can apply to your life, even if you haven’t had a panic attack or have the same anxious feelings as I do. In order to help others, I share my 3 biggest takeaways from my panic attack experience that will resonate with any circumstance that you’re currently going through. And finally, I explain the biggest reason why it was the best thing for me, which led me to something that I needed all along, but didn’t know I needed.

It’s not easy being vulnerable and sharing a terrifying experience, but if the result is helping others, I’m all in. While my story may not be exactly like yours, there are elements that you can relate to and apply to your life. My hope is that after this episode, you will have learned something that will help you make tiny adjustments that will ultimately help you live your best teacher life.

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41. 10 Spelling Activities & Games Kids Will Love

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

One of my favorite things we do at Wife Teacher Mommy with creating resources is making mundane activities exciting and engaging for students. Because let’s be real, there are some concepts that students need to learn, but aren’t engaging enough. Therefore, we have a real treat for you today that will enhance your literacy content. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 spelling activities and games that your students will love.

Before getting into the actual spelling activities and games, it’s important to know the why behind the practices and how to effectively teach those instructional practices. A key component to meaningful spelling practice is the understanding and use of phonemic and phonological awareness, which are two ideas that I provide background knowledge on during the episode. Having that understanding helps students build reading skills, along with the relationship between letters and sounds.

Creating meaningful and engaging activities increases your students’ knowledge and interest level, which is exactly what these 10 spelling activities and games will be for your students. While some of these activities are designed through Wife Teacher Mommy resources, many others you can take and implement in your classroom today! The 10 spelling activities and games kids will love are:

Spin & spell
Vowels & consonants
Writing words in alphabetical order
Word boxes
Holiday & seasonal spelling lists
Word focus
Roll it
Trivia cards
Shaving cream spelling
Playdough word

Long are the days where spelling is all about memorization. We now have a better understanding of best instructional practices, which are integrated in these 10 spelling activities and activities. Each activity helps students practice and dissect words in a meaningful way. Once implemented in your classroom, your students will not only learn, but have fun while doing it!

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40. How to Encourage Positive Behavior with JoAnn Crohn from No Guilt Mom

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Let’s get real. Raising kids can be challenging, especially during these current times. With so many behavior issues going on in the classroom and at home, it’s important to focus on their positive behaviors. In today’s episode, I have an open and vulnerable conversation with JoAnn Crohn from No Guilt Mom where we discuss kids and how to encourage positive behaviors to provoke change.

JoAnn Crohn is a parenting educator who helps moms feel confident in everything from raising empowered, self-sufficient kids to dropping the anxiety and guilt out of modern parenthood. She's an accomplished writer, author, podcast host of the No Guilt Mom podcast, and founder of the company, No Guilt Mom. Her specialty is talking to both parents and kids, focused on kids handling big emotions, getting kids to help out more, creating a morning routine and conquering the homework drama.

While most of our episodes are geared toward teachers, this episode will benefit both parents and teachers. Throughout our conversation, we organically shift from discussing behavior issues within the classroom to within our own homes because we feel sharing those experiences will only benefit each other.

Some of the main topics we discuss in the episode are what’s actually causing more behavior issues and how to come to some sort of resolution. JoAnn reiterates getting to the root of the problem, rather than seeing their challenging behavior overall. Once that’s learned, we can then assess on how to better encourage positive behavior. JoAnn also suggests encouraging those types of behaviors through example and focusing on yourself to benefit your students or kids.

A unique topic discussed was the way we were raised versus how we’re raising our own kids. Or simply said, how things are different then versus now, pertaining to the classroom as well. We want you to stop and think about if the things you’re doing are really improving their behavior or not. Instead, in order to encourage positive behaviors with kids, building relationships, listening, and allowing them to express their emotions will all lead to improved and positive behaviors.

As educators, we’re seeing gaps in students academically and socially, which are ultimately affecting their behaviors in the classroom and at home. As educators and parents, we want to close those gaps by encouraging positive behaviors. JoAnn is a wealth of knowledge in this area, so you are sure to gain some perspective, tips, and strategies on how to encourage positive behaviors amongst our students and kids.

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39. 5 Step Framework That Will Change the Way You Think About Teaching and Life

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

I'm SO excited for you! You know why? Because we've got something for you in this episode that will change the way you think about teaching and life!

Last week we did a special FREE open coaching call with our certified life coach, Chrissy Nichols. This call was for anyone that wanted to come and it ended up being SO amazing. We discussed the 5-Step Framework that will CHANGE the Way You Think About Teaching (And Life!). So we turned this amazing Coaching Call into today’s episode all about the 5-Step Framework!

When I discovered this 5-Step Framework almost 3 years ago... it was a game changer for me. I wish I could go back and "discover" it all over again. It was so fun and special to be able to watch hundreds of other teachers tune in and watch as four other teachers experienced this framework for the first time! We got to watch them start change the way they think about teaching and life.

This framework is SUPER simple- once you learn it, you can't UN-learn it!

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38. Smart Classroom Management Hacks with Dr. Lori Friesen

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

If you’re like me, you think the same thing at the beginning of every single school year: I’m going to rock my classroom management this year! And while you might start with good intentions, it never seems to go the way you thought it would. If this sounds like you, or you just need to tweak a few management techniques in your classroom, this episode is for you! On today’s episode, Dr. Lori Friesen is sharing her top smart classroom management hacks.

Dr. Lori Friesen taught for 10 years in Canada and overseas in Hong Kong and Japan before completing her PhD in Elementary Education with a specialization in Language and Literacy. She taught pre-service teachers at the University of Lethbridge and published The Beginning Teacher’s Handbook for Elementary School as the culminating project for her M.Ed. Dr. Lori completed her PhD at the University of Alberta and has been inducted into the Golden Key International Honor Society in recognition of her outstanding academic achievement and excellence. Dr. Lori’s work has been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including The International Journal of Learning and Childhood Educational International as well as the popular online Edutopia. Host of the popular Beginning Teacher Talk podcast with more than a quarter of a million downloads and creator of the R.E.A.D.Y. for School Academy with 1,600+ students, Dr. Lori is dedicated to supporting and inspiring educators around the world.

Even though you might be a month or so into the new school year, you might be noticing some gaps in your management. Throughout the episode, Dr. Lori shares seven smart classroom management hacks that will keep your students engaged, listening, and following directions with such ease.

With Dr. Lori’s explanation of each classroom management hack, you’ll find that each hack is simple, yet effective, and can be implemented and adapted for any grade level. A key to that? Making them a game or competition that can include problem solving for more interaction and keeps students engaged. That’s the whole point, right?

Whether you’re a novice or veteran teacher, having effective classroom management can be a struggle. It’s an aspect of teaching that needs to be changed and tweaked throughout the year, until you find the right strategy for your classroom and students. Dr. Lori’s mission is to be the mentor to beginning teachers that she didn’t have starting out, which is exactly what she’s doing with these smart classroom management hacks she shares on the podcast today.

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37. "It's Easier To Just Go to School Sick"... or IS it? (Teacher Mindset & Taking A Day Off)

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

How many times have you said to yourself, it’s easier to just go to school sick? I would guess more times than you can count. Teachers make so many sacrifices, and one of those is going into school, even when we don’t feel good. But is that always the right decision? I think there’s a way for you to think differently that will create a different result. So in today’s episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift that gets teachers taking a day off with less guilt.

According to a study, an astonishing 1 in 5 teachers don’t take their sick days. While that probably doesn’t surprise most of us, it’s time to start doing something about it. I’ve come up with two ideas on how to get teachers taking a day off.

My first idea might surprise you, but it aligns with our mission and passion at Wife Teacher Mommy: creating a mindset shift. You’ve heard me mention this, especially in our Life Coaching program inside Wife Teacher Mommy Club, but it’s because I truly believe in it. During the episode, I outline Brooke Castillo’s mindset strategy of the CTFAR Model. By understanding the mindset strategy, it changes the decision surrounding teachers taking a day off.

After changing your mindset, the next thing is to make sure you have plans done ahead of time. Having items prepped and prepared for when you need them, allows you the path of least resistance in taking a day off. One thing to reinforce is these emergency sub plans don’t need to be fluff or a waste of your students’ time while you’re gone. Instead, make them engaged and standards-aligned, by maybe incorporating spiral review.

We’re not saying it’s always easy for teachers to take a day off, but it’s definitely necessary for when you’re sick or need a mental health day. Instead of feeling guilty or stressed about teachers taking a day off, if you create a mindset shift and plan ahead with your sub plans, you will take the much needed day, knowing everything is taken care of!

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36. Cultivating Gratitude with Kids feat. Elle Rowley, Author of Agnes and the Sheep

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

We’re so busy and focused on teaching and making sure our students achieve and meet each of our content and grade level standards, but is that all we want them to learn? As teachers, we know we’re teaching the whole child and helping develop and learn skills that are necessary for outside the classroom as well. One of those important lessons is gratitude, and I have the perfect person to help us with this topic.

I met today’s guest at a conference in Utah, knew I had to meet her, accidentally ran into her at a restaurant, and the rest is history! She embodies gratitude and created a way to involve kids in the process. So in today’s episode, we’re discussing cultivating gratitude with kids featuring guest Elle Rowley, author of Agnes and the Sheep.

Elle Rowley is a writer, investor in family-owned businesses, and founder of the award-winning baby carrier company Solly Baby. She lives in Bonsall, California with her husband and four children on a small, three-acre farm with a barn that they have turned into a one room schoolhouse for the community.

Teaching skills outside the curriculum might be easier than you think. Elle gives two tips on cultivating gratitude with kids in your classroom, and they both involve you! She also wrote a book, Agnes and the Sheep, which will be a series that is surrounded by the idea of gratitude. Therefore, Elle provides ways for parents and teachers to utilize Agnes and the Sheep to help teach gratitude, for cultivating gratitude doesn’t just have to be learned in the classroom.

Throughout the episode, we also discuss a wide range of topics beyond gratitude, but honestly, they all end up going back to cultivating gratitude in some way. Elle has so many different experiences that she shares from homeschooling her kids with a community, how her first business impacted her second career, and her journey to becoming an author. With each topic discussed, you can’t help but notice the wisdom and gratitude she expresses.

With the current stressors of our job, life, and world, it’s easy to slack off when practicing gratitude and instead have our minds wander to the negative. But after listening to this episode, I hope you see the beauty in every day. By cultivating gratitude for ourselves, students, and kids, we’re going to see the positive and be grateful for the things in our everyday lives.

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35. 10 Absolute Kid-Favorite Halloween Teaching Ideas & Resources

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

When you’re so excited about something, are you one that plans ahead and makes it a priority? I’m raising my hand high because that definitely describes me, especially when it comes to today’s topic: Halloween! Halloween is a big holiday in my family and always something we look forward to, which is why this episode is coming out earlier than you might have expected.

By getting this episode out earlier, it gives you time and opportunities to prepare and plan ahead! So in today’s episode, I’ll be sharing my 10 absolute kid-favorite Halloween classroom ideas and resources.

As I’ve mentioned, Halloween is a favorite in my family, but it’s also a great opportunity for you to implement some fun ideas and activities into your curriculum and classroom. Kids enjoy Halloween, which is really the first major holiday of the school year. So why not do something fun and engaging with your students?!

I’ve put together 10 of my favorite Halloween classroom ideas and activities that I know your students will enjoy. They’re all based on the Wife Teacher Mommy resources, so be sure to check those out! However, these ideas can also be used without the resources, but why not save you time and use something that has already been created for you? My 10 Halloween classroom ideas are:

Halloween “BOO”
Candy math
Halloween spelling list
Halloween alphabet and numbers
Halloween directed drawings
Halloween I Spy
Halloween-related reading passages
Halloween candy opinion/persuasive writing
Halloween board games
Comparing numbers

I have no doubt that your students will be engaged and learn from all of these Halloween classroom ideas and activities. There really is an activity for everyone that meets all your different academic needs and levels that students will enjoy!

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34. Being the “OKAYEST” Teacher Mom with Heather from The Okayest Moms

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In life, we take on so many roles, most of which become our biggest identities. Our Wife Teacher Mommy community identifies with two major roles: teacher and mom. We take on these roles with a passion and desire to be the most perfect version of each role. However, no matter how hard you try, perfectionism will never be attained, and that’s okay! On today’s podcast, we’re discussing being the okayest teacher and mom with Heather from The Okayest Moms.

Heather is the co-host of Okayest Moms: The Podcast. Every week, she and co-host, Brittany, discuss topics relevant to modern motherhood. They strive to normalize imperfect motherhood, and help other moms recognize the importance of being more than "just mom.”

One of the things I love about our Wife Teacher Mommy community is everyone’s ability to be vulnerable and share their real moments and emotions, which is what Heather and her Okayest Moms podcast is all about.

Being a former teacher herself, Heather relates to the stress teachers are constantly under and their need to be the perfect teacher with the perfect classroom teaching the perfect lessons. But again, does that describe anyone? Instead, Heather shares tips and advice on how to let go of your perfectionist tendencies.

Along with her advice, we talked a lot about how to simplify a teacher’s life, ways to avoid burnout, and how to prioritize self-care. With both of us being teachers and moms, we had a lot to share since supporting both roles is a major passion for us. In the end, we believe and emphasize there’s a way to be successful at being a teacher and mom, but not perfect, and learning to be okay with that.

I applaud Heather’s vulnerability and her mission to stay real when it comes to the biggest role in her life: motherhood. There’s pride in the roles we take on, but my hope is after this episode, you learn that being the okayest teacher and mom is sometimes the most perfect identity to have.

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33. The Social Emotional Gaps in Education- Tips From Real Teachers Like You (Part 2)

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

As teachers, we care about our students not only academically, but also about their social emotional well-being. We have previously talked about academic gaps in the classroom, but another big component are the social emotional gaps students are facing.

Two episodes ago, we started our two part mini series involving the various gaps in education. That episode revolved around academic gaps and included responses from our Wife Teacher Mommy community, which we did the same for this episode. In today’s episode, we’re talking about social emotional gaps in education, which again, includes tips from real teachers like you.

Before jumping into words from our community, I provide my own thoughts and tips on how to navigate through the social emotional gaps in the classroom. Those three tips are recognizing and accepting the circumstances the way they are, looking at growth versus where you think students should be, and what to do about it, which involves teaching social emotional learning. Some of those tips might sound familiar. That’s because two of them are also tips you should follow when navigating academic gaps.

The community of Wife Teacher Mommy is incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and provides helpful advice to fellow educators, which is evident in this episode. Their responses help others feel they’re not alone in their struggles, while providing tips and strategies to use in their own classroom.

The issues we’re seeing in our classrooms are things we’re not facing alone, so it’s important to remember we’re in this together. As I’ve mentioned before, there’s power in coming together and learning from each other, which is exactly what we’ve done during this mini series. After learning and hearing advice from fellow teachers, I hope it helps you close the social emotional learning gaps in your classroom this school year.

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32. Small Group Instruction: Streamlined with Sara Marye

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

As you all know, one of my favorite things is supporting teachers and finding ways to help them with their current needs and struggles. With a lot of teachers getting into the full swing of school, routine, and procedures, I’ve gotten a lot of questions regarding small group instruction, how it’s structured, and what they need to do to keep their students engaged. To help answer these questions and so many more, I’ve brought in an expert, Sara Marye. In today’s episode, Sara is sharing all her tips on how to streamline small group instruction.

Sara Marye has over a decade of experience working as a classroom teacher and school administrator, but is now CEO of The Stellar Teacher Company and a literacy specialist passionate about helping elementary teachers grow their students into lifelong readers. Sara's mission is to make teachers' lives a little easier by providing them with endless encouragement, effective strategies, and engaging no-fluff resources.

Being a literacy specialist, Sara has a lot of experience with small group instruction and how to be successful when setting up small group time. However, before even thinking about what activities to do with your small group, Sara wants you to think about three things: the time and frequency of your small group and how to keep the rest of your class engaged. Once those are established, then the types of activities your students do within your small group instruction will be more effective.

However, the bulk of our conversation revolves around how to keep the rest of your students engaged while you’re conducting small groups. Sara points out, there’s more than one way to be an effective reading teacher and how to keep your students engaged in meaningful work. Nevertheless, the idea of students being independent is essential before you even start your small group instruction.

Throughout the episode, Sara shares invaluable and effective tips that range from how to set up your small groups to keeping your students independently engaged during small group instruction. Whether you implement these strategies right away or farther along in the school year, you are certain to have successful small group instruction!

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31. The Achievement Gaps in Education- Tips From Real Teachers Like You (Part 1)

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

The past several years have been difficult and exhausting for teachers, to say the least. There are so many struggles and difficulties teachers face every day, which have been magnified since 2020. Students are entering classrooms with a variety of gaps, but particularly educational and social emotional gaps.

I wanted to bring light to our current situation, so I have reached out to our community at Wife Teacher Mommy for answers, suggestions, and advice for their fellow teachers. In this two part series, I’m going to shed light on the gaps teachers are up against in the classroom. Today’s episode is part 1 on the achievement gap in education, which includes tips from real teachers like you.

Before jumping into words from our community, I provide my own thoughts and a mindset shift on the achievement gap in education. I came up with three tips that I find helpful when it comes to navigating the educational gap. Those tips are accepting the current circumstances as they are, don’t compare students to where the standards say they should be, and find resources to help make differentiation easier for you. During the episode, I go deeper into these ideas that will help you find success.

Our Wife Teacher Mommy community has a lot of great advice on how to navigate the achievement gap in education. Their words provide encouragement, strategies, and a feeling like you’re not in this alone or the only one facing this problem. Not only do they give advice on differentiating and how to meet the educational gaps, but they also give solutions.

I believe there’s power in coming together and learning from each other, which is exactly what this episode embodies. After hearing from real teachers like you, I hope that you feel heard and learned new strategies that will help close the achievement gap in education. Stay tuned for next week’s episode on the social emotional gaps in education.

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30. How to Build Mental Toughness for Teachers (AND students!) with Jon Osborn

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Teachers need support. I’ve said it many times before and I’ll keep saying it, which is why it’s one of my passions to provide you with support in various ways. One of my favorite ways to provide teachers with support is through the Life Coaching program in Wife Teacher Mommy. It has helped so many teachers and in order to expand the program, we’ve created a guest workshop event with my guest on today’s episode, Jon Osborn. While he’ll talk about something different at the workshop, our conversation today is on how to build mental toughness for teachers and students.

Jon graduated with a Masters in Sport & Performance Psychology and as a professional, Jon works to improve mental toughness through the use of mental skills. He teaches unforgettable lessons & techniques to help others be more resilient, in control, and confident. Jon helped found RJ Performance Group in 2020 and works there as a Mental Performance Coach.

Throughout our conversation, Jon gave so much insight and knowledge on building mental toughness for teachers, what that looks like, and how it’s accomplished. Just in life coaching, building mental toughness roots from your thoughts, way of thinking, and learning to change what you were doing before.

Jon praises teachers for their grit, resilience, and drive to go above and beyond what’s expected, all of which build mental toughness. But while he praises teachers for all of their passion, he also provides some advice for teachers that he hopes will bring them more individual success, or really, their perception of what success looks like in their classroom.

Talking with Jon left me feeling empowered to help better the next generation and the ability to change my thoughts to being more positive and productive. There’s so much to unpack in this episode, but worth the time for personal growth. With the tools and strategies Jon provides, it definitely builds mental toughness for teachers, and students, in a positive way.

Don’t forget that Jon is going to host a guest workshop for Wife Teacher Mommy Club members on September 8th at 6pm MTN! Join the Club so you don’t miss this, and many more, amazing opportunities!

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29. 4 Tricks to Captivate Kids While Teaching Social Studies with Megan Osborn

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In education, we put more of an emphasis on the subjects language arts and math, but there’s so much value that comes from other subjects, such as social studies. On today’s episode, I have guest Megan Osborn, who is one of my team members on Wife Teacher Mommy, and she helps shed some light on the value of teaching social studies. More specifically, we’re discussing 4 tricks to captivate kids while teaching social studies.

Megan is a former middle school social studies teacher and a graduate of Utah State University. She stopped teaching when her first daughter was born, but has continued working in education working with homeschool families, and later coming to work at Wife Teacher Mommy.

With the big two subject areas (language arts and math) taking up a lot of time during the school day in an elementary classroom, Megan reveals how teaching social studies can open up a new world for students. She explains that it allows students to make connections to the world around them, provide a different perspective on ideas, and teaches them how to be a good citizen. By teaching students our history in a way they understand how that’s related to modern day, is a powerful idea of thinking.

While Megan admits that social studies might not be everyone’s favorite subject, she provides 4 tricks to captivate kids while teaching social studies. Those tricks are: organization of the content, telling stories, use of different media, and field trips. During the episode, Megan breaks down each trick and how to effectively use it in your classroom. She provides simple ways to incorporate them whether you teach in a traditional classroom or homeschool your kids.

Throughout our conversation, Megan emphasizes that teaching social studies doesn’t have to be an isolated event. In fact, using language arts concepts alongside your social studies content actually pair very well together. We discuss the idea of research as a way to incorporate both content areas, but there are many other ideas to merge the two together.

There’s a lot of value to teaching social studies and learning about the history and culture of the world around us. In this episode, Megan brings her knowledge and passion for the subject and shares ways to engage your students in the process. By incorporating her 4 tricks to captivate kids while teaching social studies, you’ll see a shift in engagement and outcome of learning.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/teaching-social-studies

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28. How to Differentiate Instruction to Meet Every Child with Karel Dimalanta

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

When starting a new school year it’s important to think of routines, procedures, expectations, and how to set up your classroom - all the basic and foundational aspects. But as some have already started school and are diving into lessons and curriculum, it’s time to start thinking of the next aspect of teaching: differentiating instruction. To help give further insight, on today’s episode, I have guest Karel Dimalanta and we’re discussing how to differentiate instruction to meet every child.

Karel is currently a curriculum designer at Wife Teacher Mommy, but before that, she taught resource special education for 7 years in junior high and elementary schools. Now, she helps create resources for fellow educators so that they can enjoy life to its fullest!

With Karel’s expert background knowledge in special education, she gives a fresh perspective on how to differentiate instruction that best fits each child’s needs. She first recommends getting to know the needs of your students, which will then assist you in determining what skills they need help with and what tools and strategies to use with them. Sounds like a simple recommendation, but she admits that many educators skip this step and provide more general accommodations that sometimes don’t help those students who need them the most.

The first part of our conversation revolves around specific ways to differentiate instruction for different subject areas because the skills vary depending on the subject matter. Karel does a great job at answering all of my questions around whole group vs. small group and how to differentiate if you’re a general education or special education teacher. She naturally explains ideas and strategies that meet the needs of each student.

Our goal as educators is to teach and meet the needs of each child, knowing that each child learns differently. So the way to accomplish that goal is through differentiating instruction. After listening to my conversation with Karel, you’ll know how to differentiate instruction successfully for each of your students.

Resources Mentioned:

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27. Why Math Fluency is Important & How To Do it With Your Kids

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

When it comes to teaching any content area, or really learning anything in life, it’s important to always start with the basics. Having a solid foundation allows you to build on those skills in order to achieve a higher understanding. This is especially important as it pertains to math skills. In today’s episode, I’m sharing why math fluency is important and how to do it with your kids.

Math fluency is the ability to recall basic math skills quickly and efficiently, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division through conceptual learning. Focusing on math fluency in elementary school greatly benefits students as they start learning higher level math. When students are able to quickly recall information about simple math problems, it reduces the cognitive load in their brains when they are doing more complicated problems.

One of the best ways to teach the concepts behind the skills is through hands-on learning. This idea involves modeling (lots of modeling!), the use of manipulatives, showing their work and how they got their answer, and focusing on accuracy of problems rather than speed.

Throughout the episode, I also share how students can work on their math fluency skills, with some of those being math fluency pages and various online games and apps. I provide fun and engaging ways to make it fun for your students, while also putting an emphasis on the importance of learning math skills. I also explain how to keep track of your students’ progress throughout the year, which will help them feel more confident about their math fluency abilities the more they learn.

Building a students’ math foundation early makes the road to learning and understanding higher level skills later on easier. But as you’ll learn in this episode, that doesn’t have to be boring or mundane for your students. By reinforcing math fluency practice in your classroom, your students will quickly become more efficient with their math skills!

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/math-fluency

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26. Sneak Peek Inside Wife Teacher Mommy Life Coaching with Chrissy Nichols

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Are you thinking about being a member of the Wife Teacher Mommy Club, but just not sure if you’ll use the life coaching? Or are you already a member and hesitant to be a participant in life coaching, or just unsure of what life coaching is in general? Well if you raised your hand to any of the questions, this episode is for you! On today’s show, I’m opening the curtains and giving you a sneak peek inside Wife Teacher Mommy life coaching with Chrissy Nichols.

I love having Chrissy on the podcast because she always brings a calming and positive perspective to any situation, which is why she’s Wife Teacher Mommy’s life coach expert. Throughout the episode, Chrissy explains what it means to be a life coach, particularly if you’re a member of the club. Within life coaching, there are so many different platforms to get coaching and surround yourself with the community.

Resources Mentioned:

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25. Insanely Clever Classroom Attention Getters From Real Teachers

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Happy 25th episode, my friends! This is a huge milestone for me and I’m so excited to be celebrating with you! I’ve mentioned it before, but I love doing this podcast, bringing you relevant and effective content, and connecting with my community of listeners. We’ve got some exciting things coming up and it really wouldn’t be possible with all of you, so thank you!

This is a fun episode I have planned for you because the topic is fun, but I also incorporate suggestions and examples from my listeners, which I love doing. In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing some insanely clever classroom attention getters from real teachers for you to use this school year.

Just imagine your classroom, full of students, busy working on a group project, there’s lots of talking and moving around, but you need to get their attention to share some important information. How do you do it? Just saying, “Class, I need your attention” or trying to yell over them are both ineffective. That’s where classroom attention getters come in!

Classroom attention getters are a way to quickly engage students and get their attention back to you or another task at hand. While most of you probably use attention getters, it might be time to add to your toolbox and change your attention getters more frequently throughout the year. Throughout the episode, I share six categories of call and response attention getters to use in your classroom. Some are traditional call and response, while others incorporate music, movement, or no words at all.

Looking for fun and new attention getters this school year? This is the episode for you! With suggestions from our community and ideas from others, your classroom attention getters toolbox will be overflowing and guaranteed to get the attention of even the loudest and largest group of students!

Resources Mentioned:

Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!
Visit wtmgiveaway.com for more details on our giveaway
Visit wtmpodcastinbox.com to share your thoughts on the educational gaps in education
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Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/classroom-attention-getters

24. The Key Benefits of Flexible Seating (& How It Helps Students Learn) with Kimberly Lock

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

I’ve said it again and again, but I truly love connecting with members within Wife Teacher Mommy, so I’m continuing this idea by having another member, Kimberly Lock, on the podcast today. She brought up a unique topic that we’ve never talked about on the podcast or done any blog posts on, so I jumped at her idea! Today Kimberly and I are talking about the key benefits of flexible seating and how it helps students learn.

Kimberly shares her story with us, but she had a windy path to get to her current role as an educator today. She has worn many hats, but this past year was her first classroom at a new school. Kimberly’s passion lies in reading intervention and differentiation so that all students can make progress and feel successful in reading.

Another passion of Kimberly’s is creating flexible seating for students, which she explains as accommodations or modifications for students with behavior or focus issues. Kimberly points out that as educators, we believe in the philosophy that not all kids are equal and we have accommodations when it comes to academics, but we tend to not feel the same way about behavior.

As someone who uses it, Kimberly reveals the many benefits of flexible seating in her classroom. Not only is it something fun and different from the old and boring traditional desk and chair, but it provides students an opportunity to move around, can’t sit still, or need to wiggle in order to focus.

Since flexible seating isn’t the traditional way of sitting in a classroom, we discuss certain procedures that need to be implemented. Kimberly promises that if it’s introduced in the right way, it can be a useful tool that eliminates behavior that shouldn’t be a problem in the first place. While there are many benefits of flexible seating, she does caution some potential problems that could arise. But don’t worry, she has some solutions for that!

Looking for something new and different, yet effective for your students this school year? Flexible seating could be the solution for you! With the many benefits of flexible seating, why not give it a try in your classroom? We promise you won’t regret it, and neither will your students!

Resources Mentioned:

Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!
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I Spy Math Bundle
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23. Surviving & Thriving: Advice for New Teachers & Mentorship Programs with Najah Lambert

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Happy first Friday in August! I’m so glad you’re joining me today because I’ve said it before, I LOVE connecting with my listeners and community within Wife Teacher Mommy. I’m so excited because in today’s episode, I’m doing just that. I have guest Najah Lambert on the podcast, who is a member of the Wife Teacher Mommy community and (virtually) raised her hand at being a guest on this podcast. She is a wealth of knowledge and we’ll be discussing advice for new teachers and mentorship programs within a school.

Najah has taught for 10 years as a Pre-K/Kinder private school teacher, but is a second-year 4th grade public school teacher. She loves teaching, but admits she could do without the stress! Najah has a vision and passion for helping new teachers and also explains how other teachers can mentor and support new teachers.

Throughout our conversation, Najah is open about her experience as a new teacher. She explains that even though she’s considered a veteran teacher, her experience in a new school as part of their mentorship program wasn't very positive. She attributes various factors into her conclusion, but has now created something meaningful and passionate about improving mentorship programs.

As a result, Najah came up with 10 ideas that every teacher mentorship program should incorporate. Those 10 ideas are:

Passionate mentors
Compatible pairings
Allocate time for mentor-mentee PLC
Allocate time for mentor to observe mentee
Allocate time for mentee to observe mentor
Provide constructive and positive feedback
Open communication with administration
The duration of the mentorship program
Celebrate successes
Team building

As first year teachers, or veteran teachers in a new building or district, shouldn’t be left to their own accord, which is why it’s important not to overlook the training aspect for them. Najah and I revolve our discussion around how to support new teachers that will leave them surviving and thriving. As the new school year begins, think about how you can be a friendly face to new teachers or ensure your new teacher mentorship program is a positive experience for your new teachers.

Resources Mentioned:

Join the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!
Visit wtmgiveaway.com for more details on our giveaway
I Spy Math Bundle
Wife Teacher Mommy: Mentioned on Podcast Amazon List

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/advice-for-new-teachers

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22. How to ROCK Your Classroom Open House / Back to School Night

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

With school just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about what your classroom open house is going to look like. As I’ve learned, every district and school calls it something different, but it all means the same thing - meeting the teacher for the first time and scoping out the classroom before the first day of school.

For this episode, I’ve compiled my own tips, along with YOUR tips from various social media platforms to create the content for this episode. So in today’s episode, I’m sharing 10 steps to rock your classroom open house or back to school night.

Having a classroom open house is a great way to accomplish a lot of goals for the beginning of the school year and start to connect and make relationships with your students and their parents. While this idea might seem overwhelming and stressful, it’s a great way to start the school year off right, even before the first day of school. The 10 steps I share are:

Always start by thinking of the end result you want to achieve
Decide the setup and flow that you want to utilize
Make a plan to invite parents and get families showing up
Get setup before the parents and students arrive
Greet each family and make them feel welcome
Go over rules, procedures, and expectations in your classroom, as well as your teaching philosophy
Try and chat with each student’s parents and introduce yourself
Have a wish list for donations
Include a special treat or gift (optional)
Have fun

A lot happens throughout the school year, so it’s important to begin the year on the right foot, and a way to do that is through a classroom open house or back to school night. Whatever your district calls this type of event, by incorporating these 10 steps, it will leave you rocking your classroom open house and your students ready to be a part of your classroom community.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/classroom-open-house

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21. A Song We Wrote for YOU & Classroom Music Ideas with Kristine Cox

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

This episode is really centered around you and with you in mind. You’ve noticed that we have a new intro to the episodes, which is part of a full song dedicated and written with teachers in mind. Another bonus to the song? It was written by Kristine Cox, who happens to be my mom! In today’s episode, we’re uncovering the message behind the song and learning how to incorporate classroom music ideas with Kristine Cox.

Kristine studied Vocal Performance at the University of Utah. She has been a vocal coach, music director and leading actress in many theater productions. Kristine is also an inspirational speaker and was recently featured at The Viridian Event Center for the motivational and musical event, “Change Your Story – Change Your Life.” She also loves writing music for brands and herself.

This song, “Bridge the Gap”, was a very personal song because it was not only written by my mom, Kristine Cox, but she wrote it for teachers. I had multiple conversations with Kristine, she had access to emails, and comments from teachers and noticed a common theme: teachers were constantly giving their all, but also trying to fill or bridge the gaps of their students and with work and personal life.

When discussing the song, our conversation revolves around what teachers need the most support in bridging the gap and how to take time for themselves. Kristine mentions the word hero and what that idea looks like in the many roles you play in life.

Our conversation transitions to classroom music and how to incorporate it throughout your day. As we discuss, music in your classroom has many benefits for you, as well as your students. We provide a variety of examples of how classroom music can be utilized in your classroom or with your own kids if you homeschool.

Everything we do at Wife Teacher Mommy is with you, the teachers in whatever form, in mind. You play so many roles in life that the song “Bridge the Gap” is a love song to all that you do. Having Kristine be involved was a bonus and so was having her on this episode. Her passion for music will inspire you to incorporate classroom music for the many ways you support students in your classroom.

Resources Mentioned:

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Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/classroom-music

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20. The 8 Step Test to Choose High-Quality Reading Materials

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

When it comes to selecting reading materials for your class or kids, it can be overwhelming trying to find a selection that fits your needs. Or even worse, you select resources that are a lot of fluff and not what you were expecting them to be. So how do you make sure you’re choosing the right resources? That’s where I come in! In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 8 step test to choose high-quality reading materials.

If you look at your class of students, or your own kids if you’re homeschooling, you know that there’s a variety of academic levels, backgrounds, and literacy skills. That makes it hard in selecting the right reading materials.

This 8 step test helps you evaluate the materials you’re choosing for your classroom to ensure they’re high-quality reading materials. The 8 step test is:

Leveling and differentiation
Quality of writing and content
Appropriate for students
Response space and types of responses
Variety of topics
Types of writing
Diversity and representation
Fluency tracking

Each of these steps allows you to meet the needs of all your students, while also being enjoyable, a way for them to grow their knowledge on various topics, understand other cultures and backgrounds, and track their reading growth. Finding high-quality reading materials can feel like an impossible task, but with this 8 step test, you’ll find exactly what you were looking for!

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/high-quality-reading-materials

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19. Let's Talk Substitute Teacher Plans with Sarah Gates

Fri, 08 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

When heading back to school, teachers think about a variety of things to get ready: content plans, gathering materials and resources, how to set up and decorate their classroom, all the procedures and routines they need to go over, behavior systems, and so much more. But do you know what’s missing from that list? Making plans for when you have a substitute! Even if you think that’s low on your to-do list, it’s something that should actually be moved towards the top of your list. In today’s episode, I’m talking about substitute teacher plans with guest Sarah Gates.

Sarah has actually been a member of our community and part of our Wife Teacher Mommy Club for a long time now. She’s everything our membership entails - she’s a wife, mother of three young children, and a teacher for 12 years, ranging from grades 1st to 6th! She has used Wife Teacher Mommy’s resources, particularly our substitute resources, so she has a lot of information to offer!

Let’s be real, making substitute teacher plans can be overwhelming, especially in the beginning. Throughout the episode, we discuss a variety of topics from what to include in your sub plans, why honesty is the best policy with your sub, how spiral review can be a positive for your students, and where to start for the new school year. Another bonus is that Wife Teacher Mommy is here to help you with all your substitute teacher plans! We’ve created so many useful resources and materials that will help make this process so much easier.

No one ever wants to take a day off of work because it’s a lot of work to put everything together and make sure your classroom still runs smoothly without you being there. This episode will help ease your mind when it comes to making substitute teacher plans, and Sarah provides a great outlook on how to use our Wife Teacher Mommy resources in your favor!

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/substitute-teacher-plans

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BONUS: Join Me For Your Best Teacher Life (Wife Teacher Mommy Club)

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Yay, I’ve got another bonus episode! The reason I’m recording this extra message for you today is that if you’ve been listening to and enjoying this podcast, there is so much more available to you! If you're willing to take the next step with me towards living your BEST teacher life, we would love to have you in the Wife Teacher Mommy Club!

Join us by July 6 for the extra bonuses- mini notebook for any membership, custom cut and engraved pencil holder (along with your tumbler) for annual members.

I hope to see you in Wife Teacher Mommy Club! Feel free to DM @wifeteachermommy or email hello@wifeteachermommy.com with any questions you have!

You can join the club here: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/sp/wife-teacher-mommy-club/

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18. 7 Things Teachers Need To Do BEFORE The New School Year

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:00:02 -0400

Welcome back to another episode! Don’t get me wrong, summer is a time for you to relax, rejuvenate, and take some time to do all the things you didn’t have time for during the school year. However, it can also be an opportunity for you to make your teacher life easier for the future. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 7 things teachers need to do before the new school year.

One of the reasons now is the perfect time to change for the upcoming school year is because of the amount of time you can dedicate to these changes. Most of these suggestions need a plan and time to implement, but will create a lasting impact on both your personal and work life. These changes include:

Sub plans
Doing an audit
Choosing a fresh classroom theme
Making sure you have a support system
Starting a new habit
Creating “you” time
Looking at your wins

When thinking about how to make things easier for you, I like to think of it this way: do something today that will make your future self thankful. We know that returning back to the classroom can be overwhelming and stressful, but after implementing these 7 things, you’ll not only feel refreshed to take on a new school year, but will help put your in a more positive and grateful mindset.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/new-school-year

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BONUS: Educate & Rejuvenate + Secret Early Access for Listeners

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Educate & Rejuvenate is going to be THE educational event of the year and it starts TOMORROW, June 28th, 2022! In this bonus episode, I'm giving you the inside scoop about this event + a day of early access to something very exciting!

Grab your general admission ticket to Educate & Rejuvenate (June 27, 2022 is the last day to purchase a $5 ticket!).

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17. Easy Classroom Organization & Systems with Kristen Donegan

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:00:48 -0400

Hey teacher friends! If you’re anything like me, being organized isn’t one of my strong suits, but it’s something that I value, especially in the classroom. But I usually get overwhelmed and don’t know where to begin or what to do. So on today’s episode, I have guest Kristen Donegan who will be sharing some easy classroom organization and systems that you can implement in your classroom in the fall.

Kristen Donegan has been an elementary school teacher and Reading Specialist since 2005. She founded Easy Teaching Tools that has helped over a thousand busy teachers implement classroom hacks to save time, implement research-based practices to meet the needs of their students, and focus on work-life balance.

What’s funny is, as teachers, organization seems to be the last thing on our minds or our to-do list, but it’s really an essential aspect to running a smooth classroom. Most people think of organization as keeping things together or putting items in a bin, but it’s so much more than that. Organization can also be systems and routines that help provide a purpose for that particular task.

Everyone wants to achieve the perfect work-life balance, and having the right classroom organization will help you with achieving that goal. It doesn’t matter if you’re a novice or veteran teacher, there’s a classroom organization tip that will resonate with you. Kirsten helps easily identify areas of improvement for more efficiency in your classroom.

Throughout the episode, Kristen gives a variety of easy classroom organization tips, tricks, and hacks that will ultimately make your classroom run smoothly and your life simpler!

Next week is our virtual summer event: Educate & Rejuvenate. This is an event we’re hosting and it’s going to be so fun! We have sessions including life coaching skills, talking teacher burnout, and learning amazing teaching strategies that you can implement in your classrooms. Another bonus is you can get PD credit and tickets are only $5!

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Kristen:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/classroom-organization

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16. Make Road Trip Learning FUN + an EXCLUSIVE Peek at my "Own Your Teacher Wins" Session

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0400

With summer officially in full swing, I’ve planned a few family vacations, and one of those includes a road trip! I loved going on road trips when I was younger, but everyone hates the dreaded, Are we there yet? question. In order to avoid that question throughout your road trip, I’ve found a solution to keep your kids engaged! In today’s episode, I’m going to be sharing some fun road trip learning activities, while also giving you a sneak peek into one of my sessions at Educate & Rejuvenate.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/road-trip-learning-activities

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15. Design Your Dream Summer with Heidi Van Natter & Emily Stephenson

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Recently, we’ve been talking all about how to get ready for the next school year. If we want next school year to look different, we need to take some time to plan ahead for our next school year, in addition to making time to rejuvenate, which is what this episode is all about. On today’s episode, I have guests Heidi and Emily who will be sharing how to effectively design your dream summer.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/dream-summer

Connect with Kelsey:

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14. Honest Teacher Vibes with Bri Richardson

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 08:00:56 -0400

This past school year has been really difficult. That’s a phrase that I’ve heard over and over from so many teachers. And it’s no wonder based on all of the various obstacles, tasks, and expectations that teachers deal with on a daily basis. On today’s episode, I have guest Bri Richardson from Honest Teacher Vibes to discuss the realities of teaching and the importance of listening to your physical and mental health.

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/honest-teacher-vibes

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13. Your Biggest Teacher Questions Answered (Ask A Coach #1)

Fri, 27 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

When we’re struggling as a teacher, we often feel like we’re the only one with that particular problem or situation. But in reality, that’s not the case at all. Here in my Wife Teacher Mommy Club, there’s a category called "Ask a Coach", in which any member can post a question and we have someone who will answer your individual question! So on today’s episode, I’m sharing some of the biggest teacher questions and answers from the club!

Resources Mentioned:

Head to the show notes: https://www.wifeteachermommy.com/podcast/ask-a-coach

Connect with Kelsey:

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12. Conquer Your Teacher Burnout with Amber Harper

Fri, 20 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

After the last couple of years, teaching and being in the classroom or school setting has been extremely difficult. Teachers are overwhelmed, exhausted, and quite frankly, burned out. But what can you do about it? On today’s episode, I have guest Amber Harper and we’re having an honest conversation about how to recognize teacher burnout and strategies you can use to move forward.

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11. Summer Review Must-Dos for Math & Language Arts

Fri, 13 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Although school is almost out, does that mean learning needs to stop? To all of the kids’ disappointment, it does not! According to Summer Learning Academy, an average student loses about two months of grade level equivalency over the summer. Therefore, in today’s episode, I'm sharing summer review strategies that will keep kids learning and engaged through reading, language arts, and math.

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10. End of Year Fatigue with Chrissy Nichols

Fri, 06 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400

You’ve almost done it - made it to the end of the year! You’ve taught so many new concepts, your students have accomplished and learned new skills, you’ve gone on field trips, you’ve had celebrations, and now you’re exhausted and feel like you can’t cross the finish line to summer. I have one of my favorite guests on today, Chrissy Nichols, to talk about end of year fatigue and what to do about it.

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9. The Legacy of a Teacher

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

With Teacher Appreciation Week coming up, I started thinking about the impact that teachers have on their students’ lives. How one small or big thing you do in your classroom can help shape their future, career path, or their attitude towards something. It reminds me of the quote from the musical Hamilton - What is a legacy? It’s planting seeds in a garden you never get to see. I love that quote because it perfectly defines the role of the teacher and the difference they make in their students. So today’s episode is all about the legacy of a teacher.

The funny thing about a legacy is that in the moment, you don’t know the impact you’re having until it’s months or even years later. The day to day grind of teaching is exhausting. From lesson planning, gathering materials, finding resources, grading, dealing with behaviors, communication with parents, differentiating assignments, and so much more, it’s hard to see the positive changes you’re making.

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8. Proven Strategies to Engage Reluctant Writers with Megan Polk

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

I think today’s topic will resonate with you all. It’s a topic that hits close to home for me regarding my son, which is all about reluctant writers. I’m so excited because we have the literacy guru on today’s show: Megan Polk, who is also a presenter at our summer virtual conference, Educate & Rejuvenate! Both Megan and I have a great conversation regarding reluctant writers and how to boost their engagement, interest, and motivation when it comes to writing.

One of the things Megan specializes in is bridging the educational gap of content through grade levels. We’ve talked on previous podcasts before about the learning gaps due to COVID, and writing is no exception. Not only are students reluctant to write, but adding in their gaps, makes it seem impossible for our students.

The majority of our conversation was surrounded by building a student’s confidence and celebrating the small victories in their writing that will eventually lead to big victories. Other solutions include modeling how to write, providing scaffolds, establishing routine one-on-one writing conferences, focusing on one writing skill at a time, and sharing their writing with peers or younger grade-level classes.

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7. Activate and Differentiate - Reading Comprehension Skills with Tori La Rue

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Today is a special episode for me. We have a guest on today’s podcast, but it’s not just any guest, it’s Tori La Rue, who happens to be my sister! In today’s episode, we’re talking about crucial reading comprehension skills and how you can differentiate them.

Throughout the episode, we discussed a lot of different strategies to help students improve their reading comprehension, but the one way we find the most important is activating background knowledge. While this is a set that some teachers might skip due to time restraints, but think about it. You can’t learn anything without previously connecting it with something you’ve already learned. That’s background knowledge!

Other skills that work on reading comprehension are finding the main idea, figuring out the meaning of words through context clues, and drawing conclusions and comparisons from the text. Based on our conversation, we realized that this skill is not only used in the classroom, but are life skills that can grow and develop.

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6. How To Write Sub Plans (That Keep Subs Coming Back!)

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome back and happy Friday! Fridays always make me happy, and another thing that makes me happy is talking about everything sub plans. This is something I’m very well known for here at Wife Teacher Mommy, and it’s something I’m passionate about. That's why in today’s episode, we’re talking about how to write sub plans that actually keep subs coming back to your classroom!

One of the biggest stressors as a teacher is creating sub plans, but an even bigger stressor for a sub coming into your classroom is not having sufficient or easy-to-find sub plans and other important information. Throughout this episode, I unpack all the ways to easily write sub plans and have materials ready for any time you need to be away from your classroom.

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5. Skyrocket Research Skills For Elementary Students

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Thank you for joining me for another episode! This week’s topic may not be everyone’s favorite, or it may seem too daunting of a task for you to think about doing with your students, but it’s an important unit to cover. Today I’m talking about research skills for elementary students.

It’s towards the end of the school year and you’ve worked all year on your students’ reading, writing, and math skills, but may have put science and social studies on the backburner. Well that changes today!

I have created a five step research unit that will not only have your students learning, but be engaged in what they’re learning! My five step research skills for elementary students includes: modeling research skills, a research journal, written report, a hands-on project, and showing off their work.

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4. The 5 Pillars of Social Emotional Learning

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

This week’s topic on social-emotional learning is so important because I truly believe it’s a vital part of a child’s development. In this episode, I’ll be discussing the 5 pillars of social-emotional learning and how you can teach them to your students or at home with your own children.

To celebrate the launch of Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast, we're doing an amazing giveaway that we have never done before! We are giving away an entire year of Wife Teacher Mommy Club and a stainless steel tumbler to one of our listeners! Here’s how to enter:

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3. Stop Grading on the Weekends with Chrissy Nichols

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400

I’m very excited about today’s episode because it’s a topic I strongly believe in: ways to give you your time back. One of those ways is to stop grading on the weekends. As teachers, we are more than committed to our job, but that can sometimes lead to losing ourselves during the school year. To help shift your mindset and thinking, I asked Chrissy Nichols to join the podcast to help you re-evaluate your work/life balance.

To celebrate the launch of Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast, we're doing an amazing giveaway that we have never done before! We are giving away an entire year of Wife Teacher Mommy Club and a stainless steel tumbler to one of our listeners! Here’s how to enter:

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2. Teachers, Don't Feel Guilty About Sub Shortages!

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 06:30:00 -0400

As teachers, we often feel an obligation to be at school instead of taking a day off. We come up with every excuse in the book: my class won’t be okay, it’s harder to make sub plans than actually be at school, I need to prioritize my job over my health, and so much more. In our current world and situation, teachers are feeling guilty about not being at school now more than ever, especially with the rise of sub shortages. However, I’m here to tell you NOT to feel guilty!

Just like we can’t control how many students we have in our classroom, the resources provided by our district, or the schedule of our day, we also can’t control the lack of substitutes in our buildings. Unfortunately, these are the cards we’ve been dealt with as a school system. Meaning, this guilt does not fall on YOU!

Taking a day off to attend to your health, the health of a loved one, or whatever your reason is, does not mean you’re not a good teacher or doing your job. In fact you’re doing the exact opposite. In today’s episode, I further outline reasons why you shouldn’t feel guilty about sub shortages and how not taking days can lead to teacher burnout. Remember, you are more than just your job, so begin by prioritizing yourself!

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1. Maximize Your Teacher Time

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We all wear so many hats on a day to day basis. Maybe you’re a wife, husband, teacher, mommy, daddy, grandparent, sibling, or friend. The list goes on and on and on. While all of these roles are special and rewarding in their own way, there’s no denying that it’s a lot to juggle! We spend so much time showing up for everyone in our life, that sometimes we forget to take care of ourselves.

In fact, if you tracked everything you do each day as a teacher, parent, or homeschooler, you might be shocked at how long the list would be. Your time is worth so much, and it’s something that you can never get back once it’s gone. So, I want you to ask yourself, what do I want to do with my time?

Today we’re looking at ways that you can simplify pieces of your life in order to maximize teaching time and personal time. There are so many practical things you can do to reduce the amount of time it takes to accomplish the tasks on your to-do list. After all, the goal is to work to live and not the other way around, right?

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Welcome to Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast!

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 21:34:00 -0400

Welcome to Wife Teacher Mommy: The Podcast! I'm Kelsey Sorenson, a former teacher and substitute turned homeschool mom. In this trailer, you will hear what you can expect from this weekly podcast. Be sure to hit the follow or subscribe button so that you never miss an episode. Thank you for being here! You can learn more at www.wifeteachermommy.com.