Teach 4 the Heart
637 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 200 ratingsIn the Teach 4 the Heart podcast, Linda Kardamis shares ideas and inspiration to help you overcome your teaching challenges and make a lasting difference in your students’ lives.
Designed for Christian teachers in both public and private schools, Teach 4 the Heart strives to present every discussion from a Biblical perspective.
Season 1 will discuss classroom management. Future season's topics TBA but will likely include work/life balance, how our faith should affect our teaching, and more.
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#101: 8 Takeaways from My Time Back in the Classroom
October 03, 2018 16:03 - 23 minutes - 19.4 MBJoin us as I share lessons and insights from my time back in the classroom this past month. Links mentioned: https://kahoot.com/ https://mymathlight.com/ http://teacherspayteachers.com/store/teach-4-the-heart
How to Keep the Noise Level Down During Independent Work
September 10, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 15.9 MBKeeping an appropriate noise level during independent and group work can be a huge challenge. In this episode, we discuss seven tips to keep kids quiet and focused during these times. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/noise Get the FREE Classroom Management MiniCourse at www.teach4theheart.com/minicourse
#100: How to Keep the Noise Level Down During Independent Work
September 10, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 15.9 MBKeeping an appropriate noise level during independent and group work can be a huge challenge. In this episode, we discuss seven tips to keep kids quiet and focused during these times. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/noise Get the FREE Classroom Management MiniCourse at www.teach4theheart.com/minicourse
Are New Teaching Strategies Better or Old Ones?
August 27, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.4 MBSome teachers tend to embrace new ideas and strategies while others cling to old ones. But the truth is that we shouldn’t judge a strategy based on its age – and the most effective classrooms are a wonderful combination of the best new ideas and the most effective old ones. Join the conversation at www.teach4theheart.com/oldornew
#99: Are New Teaching Strategies Better or Old Ones?
August 27, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.4 MBSome teachers tend to embrace new ideas and strategies while others cling to old ones. But the truth is that we shouldn’t judge a strategy based on its age – and the most effective classrooms are a wonderful combination of the best new ideas and the most effective old ones. Join the conversation at www.teach4theheart.com/oldornew
#98: 10 Reasons You Should Flip Your Classroom
August 20, 2018 09:00 - 17 minutes - 14.5 MBHave you ever considered flipping your classroom – where instead of teaching during class and sending practice home for homework, you flip it and ask students to watch a lesson at home and then practice or do an activity together in class? Here’s ten reasons you should definitely try a flipped classroom – at least once or twice. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/flipnow
10 Reasons You Should Flip Your Classroom
August 20, 2018 09:00 - 17 minutes - 14.5 MBHave you ever considered flipping your classroom – where instead of teaching during class and sending practice home for homework, you flip it and ask students to watch a lesson at home and then practice or do an activity together in class? Here’s ten reasons you should definitely try a flipped classroom – at least once or twice. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/flipnow
#97: Teachers’ New Rights Regarding Union Membership
August 13, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Supreme Court recently ruled on the case Janus v. AFSCME, determining that teachers (and all public employees) can no longer be forced to join the union. David Schmus, director of Christian Educators Association, joins us to explain the case and the new rights it gives public school teachers regarding union membership. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/union Find out more about CEAI at www.teach4theheart.com/ceai
Teachers’ New Rights Regarding Union Membership
August 13, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Supreme Court recently ruled on the case Janus v. AFSCME, determining that teachers (and all public employees) can no longer be forced to join the union. David Schmus, director of Christian Educators Association, joins us to explain the case and the new rights it gives public school teachers regarding union membership. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/union Find out more about CEAI at www.teach4theheart.com/ceai
#96: 7 Bad Habits of Ineffective Teachers
August 06, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MBWe can all think back on some bad teachers we’ve sat under – teachers whose bad habits make us cringe with the memory. But rather than criticize or point fingers, let’s examine some of these bad habits to ensure we don’t fall into them ourselves. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/badhabits
7 Bad Habits of Ineffective Teachers
August 06, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MBWe can all think back on some bad teachers we’ve sat under – teachers whose bad habits make us cringe with the memory. But rather than criticize or point fingers, let’s examine some of these bad habits to ensure we don’t fall into them ourselves. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/badhabits
#95: 10 Things to Do Before School Starts
July 30, 2018 09:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBThe first day of school will be here before we know it. Here’s ten things we as teachers should do before that first bell rings. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/10things
10 Things to Do Before School Starts
July 30, 2018 09:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBThe first day of school will be here before we know it. Here’s ten things we as teachers should do before that first bell rings. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/10things
#94: How to Impact Students for Eternity even When We Can’t Share Jesus Directly
July 23, 2018 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBStudents face so many challenges today, and we as teachers often feel inadequate to truly help. Sometimes our efforts seem like a drop in the bucket compared to what they need. But as we discuss today with Ashley Ogal of We Teach Joy, God is more than able, and He has placed us in those students’ lives for a reason. We are called to be an example, to plant seeds in their hearts, and to intercede for them in prayer. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/weteachjoy
How to Impact Students for Eternity even When We Can’t Share Jesus Directly
July 23, 2018 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBStudents face so many challenges today, and we as teachers often feel inadequate to truly help. Sometimes our efforts seem like a drop in the bucket compared to what they need. But as we discuss today with Ashley Ogal of We Teach Joy, God is more than able, and He has placed us in those students’ lives for a reason. We are called to be an example, to plant seeds in their hearts, and to intercede for them in prayer. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/weteachjoy
The Tiny Mistake that Could Ruin Your Whole Year
July 16, 2018 09:00 - 11 minutes - 9.37 MBMy first year of teaching I made a tiny mistake that had HUGE consequences – both for me and my students. In this episode, we discuss the tiny back-to-school mistake that could ruin your whole year – and how to avoid it. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/tinymistake Join us in our FREE Back-to-School Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/training
#93: The Tiny Mistake that Could Ruin Your Whole Year
July 16, 2018 09:00 - 11 minutes - 9.37 MBMy first year of teaching I made a tiny mistake that had HUGE consequences – both for me and my students. In this episode, we discuss the tiny back-to-school mistake that could ruin your whole year – and how to avoid it. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/tinymistake Join us in our FREE Back-to-School Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/training
#92: On the only way to God, tolerance, and what that means for us as Christian teachers
July 09, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MBWhen a good question in our Christian teachers' Facebook group started garnering comments about religious tolerance and how we are all worshipping the same God, I figured it was time we talked "face-to-face." This special edition of the Teach 4 the Heart podcast includes the audio from a Facebook live we recently did where we discussion why Jesus is the only way to God, whether or not “tolerance” should be a priority for followers of Christ, a what all this means for us as Christian teache...
On the only way to God, tolerance, and what that means for us as Christian teachers
July 09, 2018 09:00 - 18 minutes - 15.2 MBWhen a good question in our Christian teachers' Facebook group started garnering comments about religious tolerance and how we are all worshipping the same God, I figured it was time we talked "face-to-face." This special edition of the Teach 4 the Heart podcast includes the audio from a Facebook live we recently did where we discussion why Jesus is the only way to God, whether or not “tolerance” should be a priority for followers of Christ, a what all this means for us as Christian teache...
#91: How to Delegate Responsibility with Meaningful Classroom Jobs
June 25, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBEver wish someone else could take over at least some of your responsibilities!? Well, maybe your students can! Listen as Angela Watson (creator of the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek) shares how to use meaningful classroom jobs to not only save you time and energy but also give ownership & responsibility back to your students (yes, even in secondary!) Get the Classroom Jobs List at www.teach4theheart.com/delegate Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek at www.teach4theheart.com/40ho...
How to Delegate Responsibility with Meaningful Classroom Jobs
June 25, 2018 09:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBEver wish someone else could take over at least some of your responsibilities!? Well, maybe your students can! Listen as Angela Watson (creator of the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek) shares how to use meaningful classroom jobs to not only save you time and energy but also give ownership & responsibility back to your students (yes, even in secondary!) Get the Classroom Jobs List at www.teach4theheart.com/delegate Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek at www.teach4theheart.com/40ho...
5 Tips for a Summer of Rest, Memories, and *some* productivity (from one teacher mom to another)
June 18, 2018 09:00 - 36 minutes - 29.8 MBHave you ever arrived at the end of the summer and felt that you’d wasted way too much of it? In this week’s episode, Elizabeth Chapman joins us to discuss how to create a summer of rest, memories and (at least some) productivity. You’ll love these practical tips – specifically designed for teacher moms, but certainly applicable to anyone. Get notes, pictures, and links at www.teach4theheart.com/moms Find out more about Angela Watson’s 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4thehea...
#90: 5 Tips for a Summer of Rest, Memories, and *some* productivity (from one teacher mom to another)
June 18, 2018 09:00 - 36 minutes - 29.8 MBHave you ever arrived at the end of the summer and felt that you’d wasted way too much of it? In this week’s episode, Elizabeth Chapman joins us to discuss how to create a summer of rest, memories and (at least some) productivity. You’ll love these practical tips – specifically designed for teacher moms, but certainly applicable to anyone. Get notes, pictures, and links at www.teach4theheart.com/moms Find out more about Angela Watson’s 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4thehea...
The Bible Answer to Avoid Teacher Burnout: How to teach with energy & passion all year long
June 11, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBDid you spend the whole year feeling tired and exhausted? Wishing you had more energy? Join us to discover 5 Biblical truths that will help you not only prevent burnout but also teach with energy & passion all year long. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/burnout
#89: The Bible Answer to Avoid Teacher Burnout: How to teach with energy & passion all year long
June 11, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.2 MBDid you spend the whole year feeling tired and exhausted? Wishing you had more energy? Join us to discover 5 Biblical truths that will help you not only prevent burnout but also teach with energy & passion all year long. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/burnout
Can You Be a Good Teacher Without Working Crazy Hours?
May 21, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBWe all want to be good teachers, but does that mean we have to work crazy hours to make that happen? If being a good teacher requires “putting in the time,” how much time is that exactly? And is there a place for balance? We answer these questions – and more – in this week’s episode. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/time Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
#88: Can You Be a Good Teacher Without Working Crazy Hours?
May 21, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBWe all want to be good teachers, but does that mean we have to work crazy hours to make that happen? If being a good teacher requires “putting in the time,” how much time is that exactly? And is there a place for balance? We answer these questions – and more – in this week’s episode. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/time Find out more about the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher
The Simple (but uncommon) Solution to Your Teacher Stress & Anxiety
May 14, 2018 09:00 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MBJust because stress, anxiety, and worry are super common amongst teachers doesn't mean they should be the norm in our lives. God desires something radically different for His children. Join us as we discuss a simple, but uncommon, solution to your teacher stress and anxiety – one that isn’t at all about how we can fix the problem – but about the freedom we find in trusting God through it all. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/trust. Find out more about Teach Uplifted at www...
#87: The Simple (but uncommon) Solution to Your Teacher Stress & Anxiety
May 14, 2018 09:00 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MBJust because stress, anxiety, and worry are super common amongst teachers doesn't mean they should be the norm in our lives. God desires something radically different for His children. Join us as we discuss a simple, but uncommon, solution to your teacher stress and anxiety – one that isn’t at all about how we can fix the problem – but about the freedom we find in trusting God through it all. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/trust. Find out more about Teach Uplifted at www...
The Clarifying Power of Self-Assessment (and a tool to make it fun & easy)
May 07, 2018 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBAs teachers are so busy, with so much on our plates, that it’s easy to get lost in the day-to-day craziness and lose sight of the big picture. That’s why it’s so helpful to stop and reflect – to clarify where you’re at, where you want to change, and next steps for continued growth. Get our free guided self-reflection at www.teach4theheart.com/reflect
#86: The Clarifying Power of Self-Assessment (and a tool to make it fun & easy)
May 07, 2018 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.26 MBAs teachers are so busy, with so much on our plates, that it’s easy to get lost in the day-to-day craziness and lose sight of the big picture. That’s why it’s so helpful to stop and reflect – to clarify where you’re at, where you want to change, and next steps for continued growth. Get our free guided self-reflection at www.teach4theheart.com/reflect
How to Use Project Based Learning to Engage Your Students
April 30, 2018 09:00 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBEver thought about trying project based learning but didn’t know where to start – or whether it was worth the time & effort? Join us as Vicki Davis (aka the Cool Cat Teacher) shares why project based learning is so powerful, how to get started, and tips to do so effectively. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/pbl Grab your copy of Take Heart & Teach at www.teach4theheart.com/takeheart
#85: How to Use Project Based Learning to Engage Your Students
April 30, 2018 09:00 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBEver thought about trying project based learning but didn’t know where to start – or whether it was worth the time & effort? Join us as Vicki Davis (aka the Cool Cat Teacher) shares why project based learning is so powerful, how to get started, and tips to do so effectively. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/pbl Grab your copy of Take Heart & Teach at www.teach4theheart.com/takeheart
#84: Let’s Pray: 30 Prayers We Should Pray as Christian Teachers
April 23, 2018 09:00 - 12 minutes - 10.6 MBPrayer is truly the most important work we can do as Christian teachers. Join us as we pray together through 30 prayer requests for our students, our schools, and ourselves as their teachers. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/pray Join our 21-day prayer challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge
Let’s Pray: 30 Prayers We Should Pray as Christian Teachers
April 23, 2018 09:00 - 12 minutes - 10.6 MBPrayer is truly the most important work we can do as Christian teachers. Join us as we pray together through 30 prayer requests for our students, our schools, and ourselves as their teachers. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/pray Join our 21-day prayer challenge at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge
Take Heart & Teach
April 16, 2018 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.64 MBDo you love teaching but hate all the struggles that come with it? Could you use some encouragement, new ideas, and a fresh perspective? Join us as we take heart, renew our minds, and discover how to truly thrive in this adventure we call teaching. Grab your copy at www.teach4theheart.com/takeheart
#83: How to Know God’s Plan in Decision-Making
April 09, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBWhether we’re making big decisions like where to teach next year or everyday decisions like how to handle a rude coworker, we need God to guide us in them. Join us as we discover how to discern God’s plan and follow His leading in both big and everyday decisions. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/guidance Find out more about Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com
How to Know God’s Plan in Decision-Making
April 09, 2018 09:00 - 30 minutes - 24.9 MBWhether we’re making big decisions like where to teach next year or everyday decisions like how to handle a rude coworker, we need God to guide us in them. Join us as we discover how to discern God’s plan and follow His leading in both big and everyday decisions. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/guidance Find out more about Teach Uplifted at www.teachuplifted.com
6 Ways to Build Rapport with Struggling Students
April 02, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 16 MBSometimes the student who doesn’t seem to care is actually just frustrated. This is one of my favorite takeaways from my interview with my brother-in-law Jon Kardamis, a student who struggled in high school but went on to earn a bachelors’ degree and establish his own business as a professional portrait artist. Join us as we look at school from a different point of view and discuss six ways you can build rapport with those students who, like Jon, are struggling in your classroom. Get ...
#82: 6 Ways to Build Rapport with Struggling Students
April 02, 2018 09:00 - 19 minutes - 16 MBSometimes the student who doesn’t seem to care is actually just frustrated. This is one of my favorite takeaways from my interview with my brother-in-law Jon Kardamis, a student who struggled in high school but went on to earn a bachelors’ degree and establish his own business as a professional portrait artist. Join us as we look at school from a different point of view and discuss six ways you can build rapport with those students who, like Jon, are struggling in your classroom. Get ...
#81: Four Magic Words that Will Cut the Arguments in Half
March 26, 2018 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.52 MBIt was a great day when I discovered four magic words that just seem to dissolve tension and eliminate at least half of the arguments in my classroom. I share them in this week’s episode. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/magic Find out more about Classroom Management 101 at www.teach4theheart.com/cm101
Four Magic Words that Will Cut the Arguments in Half
March 26, 2018 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.52 MBIt was a great day when I discovered four magic words that just seem to dissolve tension and eliminate at least half of the arguments in my classroom. I share them in this week’s episode. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/magic Find out more about Classroom Management 101 at www.teach4theheart.com/cm101
5 Easy Accommodations for Special Ed or Struggling Learners
March 19, 2018 09:00 - 17 minutes - 14.5 MBWondering how you, as a overwhelmed, overworked teacher, are supposed to meet the needs of your struggling students? Alexx Seipp joins us to discuss five easy accommodations for special ed students or struggling learners – these are easy ways to differentiate learning and help those who are struggling in your classroom. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/accommodations
#80: 5 Easy Accommodations for Special Ed or Struggling Learners
March 19, 2018 09:00 - 17 minutes - 14.5 MBWondering how you, as a overwhelmed, overworked teacher, are supposed to meet the needs of your struggling students? Alexx Seipp joins us to discuss five easy accommodations for special ed students or struggling learners – these are easy ways to differentiate learning and help those who are struggling in your classroom. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/accommodations
#79: Is it Too Late to Improve My Classroom Management?
March 12, 2018 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.27 MBCome 4th quarter of the school year, you might wonder if it’s too late to improve your classroom management. Should you just survive this year and try again next fall? The answer is an emphatic NO. Listen to discover why now is the best time to work on improving your classroom management. Join us for the free Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/training
Is it Too Late to Improve My Classroom Management?
March 12, 2018 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.27 MBCome 4th quarter of the school year, you might wonder if it’s too late to improve your classroom management. Should you just survive this year and try again next fall? The answer is an emphatic NO. Listen to discover why now is the best time to work on improving your classroom management. Join us for the free Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/training
#78: 4 Questions to Know When to Give Grace in the Classroom
March 05, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MBEver struggle to find the right balance between grace and consequences? In this episode, we discuss four questions to help you know, as a Christian teacher, when to give grace in your classroom. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/grace Grab Create Your Dream Classroom at www.teach4theheart.com/dreamclassroom
4 Questions to Know When to Give Grace in the Classroom
March 05, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 12 MBEver struggle to find the right balance between grace and consequences? In this episode, we discuss four questions to help you know, as a Christian teacher, when to give grace in your classroom. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/grace Grab Create Your Dream Classroom at www.teach4theheart.com/dreamclassroom
Have You Let Teaching Become an Idol?
February 26, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBSometimes we can let something good – like teaching – become an idol in our lives. And when we do, it throws everything out of whack. Join us to discover if teaching could be an idol in your life – and how to dethrone it if it is. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/idol
#77: Have You Let Teaching Become an Idol?
February 26, 2018 10:00 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBSometimes we can let something good – like teaching – become an idol in our lives. And when we do, it throws everything out of whack. Join us to discover if teaching could be an idol in your life – and how to dethrone it if it is. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/idol