Secondary Teacher Podcast

Hey there, multiple prep teachers!

Get ready to wrap up the school year and prepare for summer with my practical strategies.

Join me as I share tips on delegating tasks to students, reflecting on the past school year, and getting your curriculum maps in place.

Let's set you up for success in the next academic turn so that you can thrive and enjoy your well-deserved break.

Tune in now and make your summer transition a breeze!

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I know how overwhelming it can be to juggle multiple preps as a middle or high school teacher, especially when it comes to balancing work and self-care.

In this episode, I'm sharing some practical strategies to help you finish the school year strong and gear up for the next one.

From utilizing downtime in class for reflection and planning to setting and maintaining boundaries with your students, I've got you covered. Plus, I'll sha...

Ready to revolutionize your curriculum planning game with some AI magic?

I've been in the teaching trenches for over 15 years, and let me tell you, I've cracked the code on leveraging AI for curriculum mapping.

In this episode, I'm spilling all the secrets on how AI can translate EduSpeak, pinpoint student knowledge gaps, and align content with curriculum objectives, all while saving you precious time.

Plus, I'll dish out some supe...

Teaching multiple preps can be overwhelming, but after 10 years in the classroom, I've learned from my mistakes and adapted to the workload.

Every year, adding a new prep seemed daunting, but now I've come up with strategies to thrive rather than merely survive.

In this episode, I'll share the biggest mistakes I made—diving in without a plan, not understanding the curriculum, and underestimating the workload—so that you can avoid t...

Feeling the spring fever in your classroom?

Let's navigate through the challenges together in this week's episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast.

With the warm weather and longer days, it's easy for our students and ourselves to get distracted, impacting our study habits and classroom engagement.

But fear not! I share my top strategies for combatting spring fever, including hands-on activities, project-based learning, and more to...

Hey there, fellow middle and high school teachers!

Are you feeling the chaos and clutter in your classrooms, making it hard to stay organized and focused?

Join me on this week's episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, where I'll share quick and practical tips for tidying up your classroom space.

As a 10-year engineering teacher, I understand the struggle of juggling multiple preps, and it's time to tackle the clutter in a way tha...

Feeling overwhelmed trying to keep up with everything as a secondary teacher with multiple preps?

I hear you!

I’ve been there, and in this week's episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm dishing out tips on maximizing prep time by refreshing your best lesson plans and rinse/repeating them to tackle the endless demands of March.

Get ready to streamline your lesson planning process, evaluate what's working in your classroom, and...

Hey there, secondary teachers! Tired of wasting time searching for digital teaching materials and resources?

Join me on this week's episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast as we dive into simple and effective digital file organization hacks that will save you time and reduce overwhelm.

I'll share easy-to-implement strategies for naming and organizing your files, utilizing the power of the cloud, and making the most of search optio...

Hey there, fellow secondary teachers! Are you feeling overwhelmed by grading and struggling to find time for self-care?

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I chat with practical self-care strategies for assessment and wellness.

We'll discuss setting boundaries for due dates, grading along the way to save time, and setting limits on taking work home. I'll also share some great tips from fellow teachers on automation an...

Are you struggling to provide timely and effective feedback to your middle and high school students without feeling overwhelmed?

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, we're diving into game-changing strategies for streamlining your feedback process.

From grading during class to empowering students to self-assess, I'll share time-saving tips that will help you prioritize valuable feedback without spending endless hours a...

Hey there, secondary teachers! Are you struggling with timely feedback and quick assessments for your multiple preps?

Join me on this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast as we dive into maximizing efficiency with tech tools for quick assessments.

I'll share some game-changing strategies to save time and improve student learning through formative assessments.

From using tech tools like Kahoot and Google Forms to implementing AI...

Hey there, secondary teachers juggling multiple preps!

In this episode, I'm diving into the top 5 mistakes we often make when planning for our various classes.

From setting unrealistic expectations to not having a long-term plan, to overcomplicating lesson plans, I'll share strategies and tips to help you navigate through these common pitfalls.

Plus, I'll help you understand the importance of recycling and reusing resources across ...

Hey there, secondary teachers!

Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to juggle multiple preps and manage your classroom efficiently?

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I dive into practical strategies for maximizing your productivity during the school day.

From creating efficient classroom routines to utilizing your prep periods effectively, I share tips to help you save time and reduce stress. Plus, I'll walk you throu...

Hey there, fellow secondary teachers juggling multiple preps!

Are you struggling to manage your time effectively amidst the chaos of lesson planning, meetings, and administrative tasks?

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I share my hard-earned secrets and strategies for maximizing your time and reducing overwhelm.

Learn how to prioritize tasks, utilize time-blocking techniques, and set crucial boundaries to regain co...

Hey there, secondary teachers!

Are you constantly feeling stressed out by the demands of planning multiple preps?

Join me, Khristen, on this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, where I share the ultimate guide for overcoming planning stress as a secondary multiple prep teacher.

I'll be diving into strategies for creating a flexible planning framework, delegating tasks to students, and incorporating mental health practices to ...

Are you tired of the Sunday scaries and the 2nd period planning panic?

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, we're tackling the planning nightmare and sharing strategies to streamline your lesson prep.

I'll be sharing practical tips on creating curriculum maps, trusting your ideas, utilizing templates, and making the most of online resources to save time and reduce overwhelm.

Join me as we conquer the planning nightmare...

Hey there, fellow secondary teachers!

If you're feeling the need to hit the reset button on your classroom after the holiday break, then buckle up for this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast.

Join me as we dive into last-minute strategies to get your classroom back on track for the best second semester ever.

We'll discuss reflections on what worked and what didn't, pinpoint that one crucial thing to focus on, and revamp routi...

Hey there, secondary teachers with a million preps!

I've got a simple trick that will help you tackle the chaos and find your sanity again.

Join me in this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast as I reveal how to apply manufacturing methods to your classroom and stop feeling overwhelmed. We'll explore the concept of Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and how it can revolutionize your approach to assessment.

Plus, I'll share tips on us...

Hey there, fellow secondary teachers!

In this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'll be sharing the three common mistakes that teachers make when it comes to productivity and how you can avoid them.

From not having a clear curriculum plan to wasting your precious planning period, I've been there and I've learned a few tricks along the way.

So, join me as I dive into practical strategies and time-saving tips that will help y...