TeacherGoals Podcast – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Episode 48 of the Teacher Goals Podcast welcomes Kasiopia Moore-Watts as a guest, sharing insights on how educators can have it all. In this episode, our host Erica N Terry dives into Kasiopia's journey of empowering students with radical love and finding personal magic in the classroom.

Explore strategies to overcome challenges, prioritize self-care, and curate a supportive environment for both students and educators. Learn how to embrace your unique strengths, fill your own cup, and achieve a fulfilling life in education.

Join the conversation to discover actionable steps for creating a life you love as an educator. Tune in now and start loving what you do!

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Kasiopia Moore-Watts? Follow her on Instagram.

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com for co-teaching and tips to use your classroom experience to become an author.

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

In this episode of the TeacherGoals Podcast, Matthew J Bowerman, a seasoned educator with over 26 years of experience, dives into the critical topic of creating trauma-sensitive spaces in K-12 schools and districts.

Drawing from his personal journey and professional expertise, Matthew emphasizes the significance of self-reflection, origin building, and embracing vulnerability as foundational steps for educators. He shares valuable insights on understanding trauma, engaging in trauma-responsive practices, and fostering social-emotional well-being.

With practical tips and strategies, Matthew guides listeners on designing safe and nurturing environments where students can thrive. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or passionate about supporting students, this episode offers invaluable wisdom and actionable steps towards building trauma-sensitive spaces in K-12 educational settings.

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Matthew Bowerman? Visit his website or follow him on Twitter and Instagram.

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com for co-teaching and tips to use your classroom experience to become an author.

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

Welcome back to the Teacher Goals Podcast, where we're all about taking the boring out of education and replacing it with some serious brain-bending strategies!

In this episode, we're joined by the amazing Malia Hollowell, author of The Science of Reading in Action, to share some of her best brain-friendly reading tips with all you lovely listeners.

We're talking about everything from phonological awareness to decoding and comprehension, with some sneaky little tricks thrown in to keep your students engaged and motivated. Plus, we're pretty sure that Malia has unlocked the secret to making reading as addictive as Netflix binges - but you'll have to listen to find out what it is!

So grab your favorite pen and notebook, a cup of coffee, and get ready to have your mind blown with all the juicy reading strategies that Malia has in store for us. You might just become the world's next reading rockstar - no pressure!

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Malia? Follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Head to Playdough to Plato, for more tools, training, and support to get bigger results with less planning time! 

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com for co-teaching and tips to use your classroom experience to become an author.

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

Suppose you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators. In that case, you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Goals Podcast, where we're all about finding new ways to inspire our students and keep them engaged in the classroom. 

In today's episode, we're going to talk about a teaching approach that's been gaining popularity in recent years - Project-Based Learning or PBL, for short.

Now, I know what you're thinking - "Projects? But I'm not an artist, I can't even draw a stick figure!" Well, fear not, my dear listener, because project-based learning is not about creating the Mona Lisa. It's about giving your students the freedom to explore their interests and passions, while also learning important skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration.

In this episode, we'll cover the basics of project-based learning, including how to:

• Choose a topic that will inspire your students
• Create a project that aligns with your learning objectives
• Give students the freedom to explore and experiment
• Provide guidance and feedback along the way

We'll also talk about some real-life examples of project-based learning in action.

So if you're ready to shake things up in your classroom and inspire your students in a whole new way, be sure to tune in to this episode of the Teacher Goals Podcast. And who knows, you might just discover your students' hidden talents - maybe one of them will be the next Picasso!

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Nancy Mikhail? Follow her on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or Twitter.

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

Welcome to Episode 36 of the TeacherGoals Podcast, where we're talking with Dr. Richard Warren about how to use your teaching expertise to become a paid speaker. And let me tell you, if you've ever stood in front of a classroom full of students and managed to keep them awake and engaged, you've got the skills to be a great speaker!

Now, I know what you're thinking - "I'm a teacher, not a stand-up comedian! How can I possibly be funny enough to get paid to speak?" Well, fear not my dear listeners, because the key to being a great speaker is not about being funny all the time. It's about knowing your audience and being able to connect with them on a deeper level.

So, if you're ready to take your teaching expertise to the next level, then listen to this episode for amazing tips that will empower you to use your teaching expertise to become a paid speaker!

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Dr Richard Warren Jr? Follow him on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter.

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

How can we use Canva to increase creativity in the Math classroom? In this episode, our guest is Heather Brown, author of The Field Guide to the Canva Math Classroom: Transforming Anxiety into Excitement. Drawing on her experience as a math teacher and interventionist, she provides you with actionable strategies to increase student engagement by letting the creativity shine through the use of Canva in the classroom. Don’t miss this valuable conversation!

Heather Brown is an innovative and passionate teacher who loves engaging both students and educators. She lives in Dixon, Illinois with her four-year-old son, her husband, and their animals in their own “neck of the woods.” Heather has been teaching since 2009 and is currently a K-5 math interventionist and STEAM teacher at East Coloma-Nelson Elementary School in Rock Falls where she specializes in leveraging new technology to engage students and differentiate learning.

Heather is an ambitious author and presenter- her upcoming work is The Field Guide to the Canva Math Classroom: Transforming Anxiety into Excitement, co-authored with Amanda Fox and published by TeacherGoals. In this book, Heather focuses on increasing engagement and critical thinking skills in the math classroom and features more than 42 templates that can be used to teach math for grades K-12. In addition to being an author, Heather is also cohost of TechTalk Tuesdays, a copy editor and consultant for TeacherGoals. She has presented locally and nationally, including at conferences such as IDEAcon, ISTE and FETC. Heather is also a Teacher Canvassador for Canva.

Heather believes in the power of technology to help educators foster collaboration, critical thinking and creativity in the classroom. She is committed to helping teachers increase engagement and find innovative approaches to teaching.

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Heather? Follow her on Instagram or Twitter.

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

How can educators create a culture of kindness in elementary schools? In this episode, our guest is Jeff Kubiak, the author of Authors Have Manners. Drawing on his experience as an educator, he provides you with specific strategies to teach kindness in manners in elementary. Don’t miss this valuable conversation!

Jeff is an educator, author and speaker from Northern California. He taught for ten years in grades 4, 5, and 6, and now serves youth as an Elementary School VP.

Monsters Have Manners is Jeff’s 3rd book, but his first project that he’s worked on with his son Braden. Braden drew all of the monsters between the ages of 8-12.

Jeff lives near Sacramento with his wife Piper; daughter Keeley, and son Braden. They love to travel as much as possible, especially to areas with beaches, water, and hiking trails.

Jeff focuses his book topics on kindness, compassion, inclusion, equity, and ways to help other people. He loves to travel to schools and talk about writing, literature, improving mental health, and other areas.

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Jeff? Follow him on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, or head over to his website at https://www.jeffkubiak.com/

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

How can educators combine kindness and literacy to engage students? In this episode, our guest is Stan Tucker from the YouTube channel, The Very Airy Library. Drawing on his experience as an educator, he provides you with specific strategies to increase student engagement using kindness and literacy. Don’t miss this valuable conversation!

Stan Tucker is on a mission to inspire the next generation of kind storytellers! Stan is a Georgia native and graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. After a brief time in the classroom, Stan started the nonprofit, Leap For Literacy and The Share Your Story writing program. Since inception, Leap For Literacy has inspired thousands of acts of kindness, donated thousands of books, professionally illustrated and published books for almost 100 young authors. Stan’s dream is to start his own book fair, of only books written by young authors. His Share Your Story writing program has guided thousands of kids to successful authorship. The newest chapter in his life is his children's show; The Very Airy Library. Stan Tucker hopes this show inspires the kids of today like Reading Rainbow inspired him when he was kid.

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Stan? Follow him on Instagram or head over to his website https://stanleytucker.com

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

How can special educators write IEPs that empower students with disabilities to achieve success? In this episode, our guest is Stephanie DeLussey from Mrs D's Corner & The Intentional IEP. Drawing on her experience as a veteran special education teacher and IEP Coach, she provides you with best practices in IEP writing by sharing her IEP Commandments. Don’t miss this valuable conversation!

Stephanie DeLussey is a dual-certified veteran special education teacher, IEP Coach, author, and teacher mentor. She has a passion for creating engaging, adapted resources for teachers and students with disabilities, and is self-proclaimed #datanerd. She understands that not everyone will love IEPs as much as she does, but it is her hope that with the appropriate training and resources, teachers will not only advocate harder for student services and supports, but also bridge the gap between teachers and families to foster a true IEP Team.

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Stephanie? Follow her on Instagram or head over to the Intentional IEP website

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.

How can educators build authentic relationships through coaching? In this episode, our guest is Nita Creekmore from Love Teach Bless. Drawing on her experience as a liaison between teachers, leaders, and students, she provides you with actionable strategies on being visible, providing specific positive feedback, getting to know the teachers, and honoring the culture already established in the school. Don’t miss this valuable conversation!

Nita (E’Manita) Creekmore is an Instructional Coach who lives just outside Atlanta, GA. She is also a presenter for Bright Morning Consulting. In the 18 years, she has been in education, she truly believes that in all aspects of the field, relationships must always come first. It is the foundation. Nita is passionate about being an advocate, support, and thought partner for teachers in order to give students what they need.

Key Highlights:

[00:01 - 08:13] Opening Segment

• An overview of building authentic relationships

• Nita what led her to start Love Teach Bless in 2015

• A platform and community to uplift and empower educators

[08:14 - 15:23] Building Authentic Relationships

• Building relationships takes time and patience

• Introduce yourself to staff and explain your role
• Provide positive feedback to build relationships

• Get to know the school culture and honor what has already been established

[15:24 - 22:33] Restoring and Reestablishing Connections

• Establishing yourself and your knowledge as a coach

• Giving yourself and your teacher's grace

• Being authentic when restoring relationships

• Doing what you say you will do

[22:34 - 29:38] Closing Segment

• Value the coaching relationship and keep it confidential

• Be open and transparent with communication

Let’s Connect!
Want to connect with Nita? Follow her on Instagram & Facebook. Head to Love Teach Bless and create a big impact over time!

You can connect with our host Erica Terry on Instagram and LinkedIn. Be sure to check out her website https://www.ericanterry.com

You can connect with the TeacherGoals community on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter.

If you'd like to engage in Q&A with our guests during the live interview or interact with a rockstar community of educators, then you definitely want to join the TeacherGoals Facebook group.