Classroom organization is really important for elementary teachers. Solid organization can help you plan and prep more efficiently. As teachers,... more

Teacher moms, this one’s for you! During the school year, we have a routine every single day. Then summer comes…... more

If I could go back in time and tell my first year teacher self anything … these would be the... more

Your school year has been busy and you are ready for summer break. But shutting your teacher brain off is... more

There's so much to do at the end of the school year. You have report cards to complete and a... more

It's time for a replay! This week, we're republishing a highly requested episode from our End of Year Teacher Series... more

It’s about that time in the school year where you’re going to be packing up your classroom. Maybe you're decluttering... more

Does writing report card comments take hours because you’re just not sure what to write? If you dread report card... more

Report cards can be a hefty task, I get it. If report cards have been taking you hours upon hours... more

We're nearing the end of the year and your students are tired, you're tired, but learning still has to happen.... more

This month we’ve been covering topics around teacher burnout and stress management. And I cannot think of a better way... more

Do you experience the Sunday Scaries as a teacher? Unfortunately, this can be a common experience, but it doesn't have... more

Teacher burnout is unfortunately a common experience for many. But did you know that your burnout is unique to you?... more

How often have you heard someone say they're feeling "teacher tired?" More times than you can count, right? We're all... more

As a teacher, it can be frustrating when your students won't stop talking and interrupting your lessons. However, there are... more

How many times have you sat down during your prep time and felt too exhausted to get anything done? Or... more

So you want to get planned and prepped ahead of time, BUT all of these problems keep popping up during... more

You are a busy elementary teacher with a lot on your plate and not a ton of time to do... more

Ever wonder how to write a small group lesson plan that's effective but also doesn't take a ton of your... more

Does planning for small group lessons feel like one more thing on your plate (that often gets pushed to the... more

Are you looking for fun valentine's day activities you can use with your students this month? We've got you covered... more

In this episode of the Teacher Time Podcast, we're diving into how to write lesson plans without feeling overwhelmed. Listen... more

Around here we're all about helping busy elementary teachers save time on planning and prepping. In today's episode, we're discussing... more

In this episode, I'm joined by an elementary teacher, Maggie, who shares her inspiring story, from feeling completely worn down... more

Do you feel like everything in your teacher life is out of control? Today I want to share how a... more

Teacher boundaries and mental health are so important. How often do you wish you could just take something off your... more

It can be hard to let go of work on weekends because there’s so much on your to-do list, and... more

Looking for easy and engaging activities for December in the classroom?  In this episode, we’ll help you plan faster with... more

Do you know that phonics is important, but are wondering how to plan simple and engaging phonics lessons that work?... more

You're about to go on Thanksgiving Break, and in a few weeks, winter break. You’re torn between taking a break... more

Are your students struggling with being independent during learning activities? Are you dealing with constant interruptions during small groups or... more

Do you find that your teacher desk is constantly covered in papers? Is it hard to keep track of all... more

Are you and your grade-level team trying to plan together, but struggling to be productive? Maybe you’re frustrated because you... more

In this episode, I'm joined by Caitie Cupples, who has 3 tips to share that are going to make community... more

How long does it take you to schedule parent-teacher conferences? If you’re still doing this by hand - or maybe... more

Imagine what it would feel like if you no longer had to worry about writing your lesson plans over the... more

Who else has ever sat down to lesson plan and felt totally blank on ideas. Like you know what skill... more

We all know that burnout is unfortunately too common in the teacher world. And if you're trying to beat burnout,... more

One thing that makes planning centers easier, is having activities that you use over and over again. In this episode... more

What makes planning center activities a challenge? Is it that you have to differentiate for so many learners? Is it... more

If you have ever felt like your centers were disorganized or like students struggled to be independent during centers, you're... more

Have you tried all kinds of classroom management tricks, only to feel like none of them are working? If yes,... more

How long does lesson planning take you? Every time I’ve asked this question on social media, the responses range from... more

Back to School Night / Meet the Teacher events are important parts of the start of a school year. In this... more

Do you ever wonder what resources or activities you actually need to have ready as you head back to school?... more

In this episode we are talking about setting up your elementary classroom. I’m giving you some friendly reminders and sharing... more

In this episode We are continuing talking about all things teacher productivity and how you can stay on top of... more

This is a very exciting week on the podcast because for this episode I'm going to be sharing a recap... more

Do you ever wonder if it’s even possible to be the kind of teacher who leaves work at work? Who... more

What if this was the school year that you were finally planned organized and prepped before the weekend? It’s possible,... more

Let’s talk about prep time. It’s quick and often interrupted. If you spent this school year feeling rushed and insanely... more

Are you struggling with feeling like you should be catching up on all the school work this summer, while also... more

Are you on the road to teacher burnout? If so, you're not alone, but you also don't have to stay... more

It's the 50th Episode of The Teacher Time Podcast and we're celebrating in a big way! In this episode, you'll... more

This is the fourth and final episode in our End of Year Teacher Series! In this episode, we’re talking all... more

This is episode 3 of 4 in our End of Year Teacher Series! In this episode, we’re diving deep into... more

In the second episode of our End of Year Teacher Series, we talk about a helpful mantra to take on... more

This is the kickoff episode to our End of Year Series. Over the next 4 episodes, we’re going to be... more

Have you ever wondered how to get report cards done without all the late-nights, stress, and working right up until... more

In this episode, I’m joined by Sara Marye of The Stellar Teacher Company and she’s sharing how Literacy routines can... more

Are you frustrated by how long grading takes? Deciding what grades your elementary students should get doesn't need to feel... more

Is spring fever setting in in your classroom? Your students have high energy and you feel more drained than usual,... more

Spring is in full swing, so it only seems right to talk about classroom activities you can use with your... more

You’re implementing a morning meeting in your classroom but it’s getting a little challenging to plan for. You feel like... more

So you're using slides in your classroom. But are you using them purposefully to save yourself time AND increase student... more

You have daily literacy and math centers in your classroom, but are they running smoothly? Managing and planning for centers... more

Having a strong, structured classroom management system is important for you and your students. But where do you start and... more

Do you ever spend a ridiculous amount of time scrolling online looking for activity ideas? Only to spend even longer... more

In this episode, we have our very first guest on The Teacher Time Podcast, Dr. Lori Friesen! She's sharing all... more

What is one word that comes to mind when you think of how you’re feeling this year? Here are a... more