Let's talk about classroom management elementary style. Summer vacation is just around the corner, and your classroom is buzzing with excitement. Before you start mentally packing your beach bag and dreaming of lazy summer days, we've got something important to talk about. Amidst the chaos and the craziness of the end of the school year, you have to keep those little learners focused and engaged. I’ve got your back because today I am sharing 5 classroom management tips for elementary...

Hey there, teacher! End-of-year lesson activities can be so fun and engaging for your students! Picture this: a classroom buzzing with excitement, laughter, and a hint of anticipation for what lies ahead. It's not just about filling time; it's about seizing the chance to create lasting memories, strengthen bonds, and celebrate the incredible year you and your students have had together. So, buckle up, because today, we're diving headfirst into end-of-year lesson activities tailor-made for...

So, picture this: you've finally found your groove with your daily schedule layout. Your students know what to expect, you know when to squeeze in math, when to teach your students reading, and when to let your kiddos loose for some creative projects. But then, bam! End-of-year events, standardized testing, and random schedule changes start raining down like confetti. It's enough to make even the most seasoned teacher break out in a cold sweat. But fear not, my friends, because today, I've...

How are you using the small moments of downtime in your classroom? Did you know that you can actually use every second of the day to teach your students? These are called educational moments, learning moments, or teaching moments. Whatever you want to call them is great, but what is important is that you are using them. Make sure you stick around for today’s episode because it’s a good one! I am sharing ways to use these educational moments so that you don’t waste a second of your day!   ...

Hey there, teachers! Welcome back to another episode of The Hey New Teachers Podcast. Today we're tackling a topic that impacts all of us: Teacher Evaluation. We all know that sinking feeling of anticipation when the evaluation report lands on our desk. But fear not, because today we're going to explore how to turn that feedback into a roadmap for professional growth. So grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and let's dive in!   New Teacher Student Engagement...

Use the Spring Classroom Ideas in this episode to get your students outside, learning, and combat Spring Fever! We all know that students can get a little squirrely in the spring! Listen to this episode to get Spring classroom ideas for how to take learning outside.  If you are watching your students and wondering what the heck happened to them, you can likely blame it on spring fever. This can be both good and bad news. The bad news, it’s pretty much bound to happen every year. The good...

Using classroom games to review content is a game-changer! I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, again, and again. If you gamify anything, you will have instant student engagement! It’s kind of like a magic trick really! You give students this illusion that we are just playing a fun game, but there is an incredible amount of learning happening. I can’t wait for you to listen to today’s episode. I will be sharing so much goodness about using classroom games to review content! Stick...

It’s time to talk about that dreaded topic… the standardized test. I don’t know about you, but the thought of putting everything I have into teaching my students, to then have that measured by a single test score is frustrating. It can sometimes feel as if all the work and effort that I put into teaching my students is overshadowed by the outcome of said test. If you have ever felt this, know you are not alone, and stick around for today’s episode. I will be sharing strategies that you can...

Wouldn’t it be cool if you could change up a summative assessment for your students? Imagine giving them a real-world experience that you can use as a summative assessment. The good news is, you can! In today’s episode, I am sharing 16, that’s right, 16 summative assessment alternatives that you can use to assess your students’ learning in a fun and meaningful way!   County Report Floats: Utah Texas Rounding Escape Room New Teacher Student Engagement...

Do you ever feel like you can’t figure out hot to control a noisy classroom? Like your students are chatting ALL DAY LONG? It’s exhausting! Trying to limit the amount of talking in your classroom can feel like you are a dog chasing its’ tail. It just never ends! You are definitely going to want to stick around for today’s episode. I will be sharing 7 tips to help you control a noisy classroom. It’s time for your classroom to feel like a haven!   Classroom Management Resources: ...

In this episode, I talk all about how to prepare for questions in a teacher interview. If you are in the market for a teaching job, make sure you stay until the end. I share questions that are almost guaranteed to be in your next interview. Take a listen and be ready to rock your next teacher interview!   5 Ways to Rock Your Teacher Interview: https://heynewteachers.com/interview/ New Teacher Student Engagement Guide: https://heynewteachers.com/engagement/ TPT...

In this episode, I share parent-teacher conference advice for new teachers. Learn how to reduce the stress that parent-teacher conferences can bring by preparing thoroughly and using strategies that help with communicating effectively with parents. Don't let the stress of parent-teacher conferences get you down. Take a listen and be ready to rock your next parent-teacher conference!   New Teacher Student Engagement Guide: https://heynewteachers.com/engagement/ TPT...

A class full of engaged students is a fairytale, right? Wrong! You can have a class full of engaged learners by using the right strategies for student engagement! In today's episode, I share 5 student engagement strategies that you could implement in your classroom today. These student engagement strategies are simple, but they could completely transform your classroom! You can read more about these 5 student engagement strategies in this blog post. Gamify your next lesson with this ...

A teacher work-life balance may seem impossible, but it is not! Implementing the tips in today's episode can give you a work-life balance in teaching in no time! In this episode, I share 6 tips for a teacher work-life balance. These tips are easy to implement, but they make a huge difference! The feeling of burnout in teaching is so overwhelming. Overcome those feelings with a teacher work-life balance! You can read more about how to develop a teacher work-life balance in this blog post. ...

Classroom transition strategies can be so tricky! But, after listening to this episode, you will be motivated to implement new classroom transition strategies and gain some time back into your day! Use the 3 classroom transition strategies in this episode to gain time and eliminate the chaos of classroom transitions. You can read more about how to use classroom transition strategies in this blog post! Build It Classroom Management System Transition Mystery Rewards Posters New Teacher...

A classroom management plan that is over the top and goes above and beyond may seem like the way to achieve high levels of classroom management success. Unfortunately, it's not! A simplified classroom management plan helps your day-to-day in the classroom be less stressful and overwhelming. Simplify the number and complexity of classroom rules, and the number of classroom jobs, and move your focus to whole class management instead of always managing individual students. This is how you...

 I barely survived my first year of teaching! My goal for this podcast is to help you become a thriving new teacher. Nobody gets into teaching to just barely survive those early years. In this podcast, I will share actionable tips and strategies you can implement immediately in your classroom. These tried and true tips and strategies will help you move from a barely surviving teacher to a thriving teacher. New Teacher Student Engagement Guide: https://heynewteachers.com/engagement/ TPT...