Real Teaching 101
78 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 16 ratingsReal Teaching 101 is everything your teacher prep program didn't prepare you for. We're Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey, three teacher advocates who have been where you are and know what you're going through. We believe that teachers are as important to education as the curriculum, and our goal is to support you as a teacher and a person. Listen every two weeks to hear us talk all things teaching and use our our Anti-PD tips to help you help yourself. If you're a current teacher, former teacher, soon-to-be teacher, or someone who works with teachers, this is the podcast for you. Hear us talk teaching with humor, honesty, and compassion. This is Real Teaching 101. Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @realteaching101 or e-mail us at [email protected]
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Personal Finance for Teachers with Alexis Fernandez
May 09, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this special episode of Real Teaching 101, Meagan interviews personal financing badass and LinkedIn rockstar, Alexis Fernandez. Listen to learn why you should protect your physical AND financial health and learn all about asset building. Yes, teachers have assets too! Ally is a former teacher who shares her story about branching out into a whole new industry. She shares those important teacher skills that made that transition possible. The ladies also dive into the importance of havin...
Importance of Play
April 25, 2022 09:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBWe want our students to be critical thinkers, collaborators, and have good social skills. Sure, we can develop lessons and ask good questions to develop these skills or....we could infuse play into the classroom. On this episode, we talk about how important play is for pretty much everyone, and how you can add play into your classroom. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Sh...
Classroom Legislation
April 11, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBIt's a tumultuous time in education, and there's legislation out there that can affect teachers and their marginalized students. Join the ladies of Ambitious Ed for this important episode that talks about some of the legislation that's being proposed and what it means for teachers and students. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative C...
The Best Advice We've Ever Received or Given (Prep Period)
March 28, 2022 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.42 MBWe're taking a reflective look on this podcast. Today we're talking about our teaching practice, and what we've learned about what good teachers do best. Hear us chat about the best advice we've ever received as well as the advice we'd give any teacher. Tell us about your advice by reaching out to us on email [email protected], Instagram @realteaching101, and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Li...
Why You Should Preview The YouTube Video Before Showing It (Prep Period)
March 14, 2022 09:00 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBOne of the lessons we've learned the hard is why you need to preview things before you show them to your class. In this short episode, we share our funny stories about how not doing so led to some interesting situations. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https:...
Toxic Work Environment and Teachers
February 28, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBSchools are workplaces, and just like many other workplaces out there, they can be toxic environments. On this week's episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed sit down to discuss their toxic experiences, what that looks like for teachers, and how you can manage your workplace. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non...
Our Favorite Movie and TV Teachers (Prep Period)
February 14, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.87 MBIn this mini-episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed are bringing a light hearted take to Real Teaching 101 and talking about their favorite representations of teachers in the media. This episode is short and sweet, perfect for listening to while doing photocopies or making a cup of coffee on your prep period. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used unde...
Staffing Issues and Omicron
January 31, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBThis week, we're touching on some of the current issues that are happening due to the Omicron variant. How are teachers dealing with staffing shortages and what does this mean for the education system as a whole? E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.s...
Growth Mindset for Students and Teachers
January 17, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBGrowth mindset is one of those educational buzzwords. But do you really know what it means? Today Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey talk about using growth mindset in teaching and how those things can help your students (and you), both inside and outside the classroom. Listen at the end for three tips you can use to help implement more of a growth mindset lifestyle. Use this quiz from Big Life Journal or this one developed by researcher Carol Dweck to understand your own growth mindset. Interest...
Putting the SEL in Self Care (Rerelease)
January 03, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBHappy New Year, teacher friends! We know a lot of you were thrown for a loop at the end of winter break and that many of you are transitioning from expecting to be in person to a temporary remote or hybrid situation. That's why we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you to take care of you and put the SEL in self care. In this episode we talk about the emotions many teachers are feeling and how to manage them. Listen at the end for our special type of professional development, three An...
Grading (Prep Period)
December 20, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBWelcome to our first mini episode, or as we like to call them, prep periods! Today Meagan and Lauren chat about some ideas you can use to grade more meaningfully. We'll be back soon with a full episode! E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmes...
The Truth About the Teacher Shortage
December 13, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBWe've all heard the news reports about the shortage of teachers in the classroom. But surprisingly, this isn't new. Join Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey as they talk about historical shortages and what today's teachers can do to help themselves if they're feeling overwhelmed. Also, after listening to the episode, reach out on Instagram (@realteaching101) or Twitter (@realteaching101) to tell us which you'd choose: welcome party, husband, or orchid. E-mail us at [email protected] with an...
Leaving the Classroom with Teacher Career Coach Daphne Williams (Rerelease)
November 29, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBWe know the holiday vacations are here, and in the teaching world that usually means it's time to start, ramp up, or consider a job search. That's why we're rereleasing our episode with Daphne Williams, the Teacher Career Coach. If you are tired, burnt out, or unsure of your teaching career, know that we've been there, and Daphne has too. Daphne is a former who has created the support system she wished she had when she was completely burned out in the classroom and looking for her next step....
Students and Social Media
November 15, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBSocial media plays a major role in the lives of today's students beyond just likes and comments...whether we like it or not. This week, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk to pros and cons of social media, the importance of enforcing boundaries, and social media "challenges" that have been circulating recently. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used un...
Mindfulness in the Classroom with Komal Shah
November 01, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBThis week we are talking about consciousness in education. What the heck is that you might be wondering? Well, it’s sort of like social-emotional learning but it’s so much more. It’s a way of being who we are and knowing what has let us to be that, it's awareness without judgement, and noticing what’s around us. In order to dive into this topic, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey are joined by a special guest, Komal Shah. Komal is a former educator who has recently published a book called “Raise Yo...
Homework
October 18, 2021 09:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBOne of the age-old education questions: what is the role of homework and does it help students learn? The ladies of Ambitious Ed have a ton of experience with assigning, collecting, grading and (most importantly) rethinking the role of homework. Listen at the end to three tips you can take with you into your everyday teacher life to help you do the same! Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other resources. Use the code RealT...
Holidays in the Classroom
October 04, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBEver had to teach in a costume, make a holiday craft, or plan a lesson on about a non-dominant holiday? Since we are rolling into the holiday season fast and furious, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk all things holidays in the classroom on this week's episode. Listen at the end for three tips you can use right away to help you celebrate holidays with inclusivity in your classroom. Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other reso...
Mask Mandates In Schools
September 20, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBReal Teaching 101 gets real again. Back to school 2021 has come which means students are back in person. This, along with the pandemic still present, means there is a debate surrounding whether students should be required to wear masks while in school. In today's episode, the ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss this topic along with how schools are ensuring the health and safety of students . Listen at the end for three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help keep you safe and healthy. We know...
Boundaries
September 06, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBDo you...grade on the weekends? Respond to late night emails? Come in early? Leave late? We get that, we've been there, too. There is a lot that goes into being a teacher but it's important to create boundaries that allow you to live your best life outside the classroom. This week the ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss their experience setting boundaries (and not) as well as how they've worked to establish things that (mostly) work for them. Listen at the end to hear three Anti-Professional Deve...
Turning PLCs into PSCs
August 23, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBProfessional Learning Communities are so last year. It's time to rethink what PLCs are all about and the ladies of Ambitious Ed have done just that. Today Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey introduce the idea of PSCs or Personal and Professional Support Communities. Hear them talk about why PSCs are so important and listen to the three Anti-PD tips at the end of learn more about how you can create them at your school site. Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Caree...
Putting the SEL in Self Care
August 09, 2021 09:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBBack to school is upon us. How are you feeling? Probably excited yet nervous. Don't worry, we know the feeling. This week on Real Teaching 101, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk about the emotions many teachers are feeling and how to manage them. Listen at the end for our special type of professional development, three Anti-PD tips you can take with you to help you put yourSELf first. Wondering if teaching is the right career for you? Check out Teacher Career Coach for a free quiz and other r...
Critical Race Theory
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBThis week, Real Teaching 101 gets real. The ladies of Ambitious Ed discuss the current educational topic of critical race theory. What does it mean for history? Should schools be teaching it? What can teachers do to ensure students get factual and appropriate information? The episode addresses all this and the three Anti-PD tips will give you practical advice you can take with you. We know this episode may not be for everyone, and that's ok. Join us next class if you choose to pass. Wonderi...
Leaving the Classroom with Daphne Williams of Teacher Career Coach
July 12, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBThis week, the ladies of Ambitious Ed welcome Daphne Williams, the Teacher Career Coach. Are you tired, burnt out, or unsure of your teaching career? We've been there, and Daphne has too. After years of working as a 5th-grade teacher, Daphne realized teaching wasn't what she wanted to do with the rest of her life. She set out to create the support system she wished she had when she was completely burned out in the classroom and looking for her next step. Listen to her story and her tips to h...
Side Hustles
June 28, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBFeeling the need to supplement your income? This week on Real Teaching 101, the ladies of Ambitious Ed talk side hustles: what they are, how much they can help, and some creative ways to earn some extra bucks. Listen at the end for three Anti-PD tips to help you make the most of your side hustle. To read the articles Lauren mentions in the episode, visit: We are Teachers 40 Ways Teachers Can Make Extra Money Side Hustle Nation's Best Side Hustles for Teachers Mint's Side Hustles for Te...
Having a Personal Life
June 14, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MBFor many teachers, having a personal life is hard. You're on display, easily accessible, and lots of people have an opinion about what you do outside of the classroom. In today's episode of Real Teaching 101, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey discuss their experiences having a personal life while navigating the teaching profession. Their Anti-PD tips will leave you with three strategies you can use to help keep a healthy work-life balance. To read the We Are Teachers article Meagan mentions click ...
Budgeting for Teachers
May 31, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBBudgeting on a teacher's salary is a unique challenge. Today, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey discuss the 50-30-20 rule and provide 3 tips to help you manage your finances. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmesmusic.com/ and https://freemusicarc...
Summer Vacation
May 17, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBSummer vacation- you want it just as much as the students do! Listen to your teacher friends and teacher advocates discuss what summer is really like for teachers and how to maximize your vacation days. E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License. You can find his music at https://www.scottholmes...
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 03, 2021 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBWelcome to the first episode of Real Teaching 101! In this episode, Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey introduce themselves and talk Teacher Appreciation Week. At the end, hear 3 Anti-PD tips you can take with you to appreciate yourself...cause you deserve it (obviously). E-mail Meagan, Lauren, and Lindsey at [email protected]. Follow them on Instagram @realteaching101 and on Twitter @realteaching101. Music is "Hot Shot" by Scott Holmes, used under Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commerc...