Teach 4 the Heart
631 episodes - English - Latest episode: 14 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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QT: Staying Encouraged (What REALLY Works)
February 21, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBWhen we're down, we need more than fluffy words - we need Christ. Join us as we consider what it looks like to find hope in Christ when we're down. Find out more about the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship or in our free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
News: Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship Sale
February 16, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.75 MBThe Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship is here to help new teachers (or those who feel like a newbie because teaching is so hard lately.) In the Mentorship, we help teachers create a smooth-running classroom where they can teach & their students can learn without (too many) disruptions. Get all the info & join at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship. Use code MENTOR40 to save 40% now through Tuesday, Feb 22.
182: The Queen Bee Role: An Answer to Teacher Burnout?
February 14, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 24.4 MBThe landscape in education is pretty bleak right now. Burnout is VERY real and VERY widespread. Teaching has always been exhausting, but we are reaching epic proportions and, honestly, could be heading for a bit of an educational apocalypse if something doesn't change. I came across a concept called the Queen Bee Role that I think is timely and could be revolutionary - possibly the answer to teacher burnout and a lot of other issues plaguing schools right now. Let's explore it together. ...
QT: Why We Shouldn't Try to Control our Students (and what to do instead)
February 07, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.25 MBWe talk a lot about classroom control here at Teach 4 the Heart, but the reality is that we cannot really control someone else's behavior. There is, however, a lot that IS in our control and that makes a powerful difference. Listen as we discuss! Join the free Classroom Management Tune-Up at www.teach4theheart.com/3day. Find out more about the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
News: FREE 3-Day Classroom Management Tune-Up
February 04, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.3 MBAre there a bit too many disruptions in your classroom? Have procedures started to slip? Join us in this free challenge and together we'll make three easy-to-implement tweaks that will cut disruptions and restore focus. Sign up for free at www.teach4theheart.com/3day.
QT: Student Motivation Starts with Credibility
January 31, 2022 10:00 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBAs teachers, we are always looking for ways to motivate our students. But have you ever thought about how your credibility as a teacher plays a key role? Join us as we discuss this important concept. Find out more about how you can increase your credibility in our free Succeed at Teaching training at www.teach4theheart.com/free. The Credibility concept comes from Dave Stuart, Jr. Check out his work at www.davestuartjr.com.
News: New FREE Resource: The Mentor Moment
January 26, 2022 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.5 MBWe're excited to announce a new free resource called The Mentor Moments, a weekly email that will bring you the best, most helpful articles and resources in an easy-to-read format. Sign up and join the celebration giveaway at www.teach4theheart.com/giveaway.
181: When Tragedy Strikes Your School (or Home)
January 24, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 18.4 MBTragedies are all around us - from school shootings to natural disasters, car crashes to cancer - it's inevitable that tragedy will strike our schools and our personal lives. As believers, how do we make sense of these tragedies? Let's talk about it. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/181
QT: When Your Tank is Empty....
January 17, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.83 MBJoin us as we discuss how to show love and kindness when our tank is running on empty. Links Mentioned: www.teach4theheart.com/free
QT: When There's Too Much to Do & Not Enough Time
January 10, 2022 10:00 - 7 minutes - 7.43 MBAs teachers, there's always so much to do and rarely enough time. Listen as we discuss the solution - and a powerful analogy that helps it all make sense. We'd love to help you implement this system in our Tame Your To-Do List Workshop. Get into it at www.teach4theheart.com/tame and use the code STOP2022 to save 50% (limited time).
QT: If You're Not Ready to Go Back
January 03, 2022 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.38 MBWas this break way too short to give you the restoration you need to dive back into teaching? If you're feeling utterly overwhelmed at the thought of teaching again, listen for an important word of encouragement and advice. Links mentioned: www.teach4theheart.com/150 www.teach4theheart.com/free
News: Tame Your To-Do List Workshop
December 28, 2021 10:00 - 4 minutes - 4.46 MBThese last two years have been especially overwhelming for teachers, and we'd love to help! Join us in the Tame Your To-Do List System to cut down your to-do list and go from stressed & frazzled to prepared & energized in just one afternoon. Sign up now at www.teach4theheart.com/tame and remember to use the code STOP2022 to save 50%.
180: Save Time: Stop Doing These 30 Things
December 27, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 16.3 MBAs teachers, we're always having more and more added to our plates - but do we ever stop to take anything off? Listen to discover thirty ideas of things you can stop doing (or at least do less often). Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/180
QT: What We've Got Planned
December 20, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.9 MBIn this unique episode, we give you a glimpse behind the curtain at Teach 4 the Heart and share some of what we have planned for 2022. If you'd like to support Teach 4 the Heart, helping us produce more free podcast episodes & support more teachers, you can do so at www.teach4theheart.com/give. Thank you so much!
QT: When Requirements Take Too Much Time - What To Do
December 13, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.96 MBHas your administration asked you to do something that's taking up WAY too much time? Don't assume you're just stuck in this situation. Listen as we discuss how to find a solution that meets the requirement without taking too much of your valuable time. Get our FREE training called Succeed at Teaching: 4 Essential Strategies They Don't Teach You in College at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
179: A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity - with Monique Duson
December 06, 2021 10:00 - 58 minutes - 48.3 MBMany Christians want to stand for racial unity, but don’t know how. And many approaches to “racial reconciliation” can create more problems than they solve. In this episode, Monique Duson, founder of Center for Biblical Unity, will help us understand how we can pursue racial unity from a Biblical perspective.
QT: When You're Weary & Stressed
November 29, 2021 10:00 - 8 minutes - 7.59 MBThis has been a year, and so many of us are feeling weary and stressed. Join us as we talk about how to rest in God and turn our worries over to Him, even as we continue to work. We'd love to support you in the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship and help bridge the gap between what you've been trained for and all that's being expected of you. Find out more at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
QT: How Do I Balance Educating & Ministering to Students?
November 22, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBToday we answer another wonderful question - How do I balance educating and ministering to students? We'd love to help you tackle questions like this in the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship, where we help bridge the gap between what you've been trained for and all that's being expected of you. Find out more at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
News: One Day Deals + Printable Pray & Plan
November 17, 2021 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.17 MBTwo exciting announcements! Pray & Plan is now available in printable format for the 2022 calendar year! Check it out and grab yours at www.teach4theheart.com/planner. We will be announcing special one-day deals for three consecutive Fridays – Nov 26, Dec 3, and Dec 10. Be sure to check your emails from us on those days, and if you don’t get emails from us, sign up now at www.teach4theheart.com to be notified!
178: 5 Powerful (but Easy) Ways to Communicate with Parents
November 15, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 13.2 MBLooking for ways to build connection with parents, without taking a ton of time? You won't want to miss these five powerful (but easy) ideas for effective communication with parents.
QT: How Do I Stop Being Too Hard on Myself?
November 08, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 8.92 MBToday, we answer the question, "How do I stop being too hard on myself?" We'd love to support you in the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship and help bridge the gap between what you've been trained for and all that's being expected of you. Find out more at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
News: The Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship Is Here!
November 03, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.75 MBThe Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship is here to provide the training & support you’ve been missing so you can become the respected, impactful teacher you always dreamed you would be! Find out more and sign up at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
QT: Why Teaching Is Extra Hard Right Now
November 01, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBOften the first step to solving a problem is clarifying exactly what the problem is and why it's happening. That's what we're doing today - examining THE GAP and why it's causing so many problems for teachers and schools. In our Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship, we provide the training & support you're missing to help you become the respected, impactful teacher you always dreamed you would be. Find out more at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
177: Bravely Teaching by Faith with Alistair Begg
October 25, 2021 09:00 - 36 minutes - 30.3 MBAlistair Begg joins us to talk about how we as Christians can stand for truth and shine our light as we teach and interact - even as the culture around us becomes more and more hostile. This interview was originally recorded as part of the Rise Up Summit, a free online conference for Christian educators happening NOW. Join for free at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
QT: A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity
October 18, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MBHear a clip from Monique Duson's amazing session, A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity. The full session is available for free as part of our Rise Up Summit, a free online conference for Christian educators that's happening October 21-26. Reserve your spot at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
QT: Getting Started with Centers & Stations
October 11, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MBHave you wanted to try centers or stations but weren't sure where to start? In this episode, Laura Kebart shares amazing advice for how to introduce stations without feeling stressed or disorganized. This episode is just a snippet of our full conversation with Laura about centers and stations, which is available for free as part of the Rise Up Summit, an online conference for Christian educators that's happening October 21-26. Sign up for free at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
176: The Love Learning Together System
October 04, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 18 MBImagine how successful and impactful you would be if you got to the point where you and your students were actually enjoying learning together! That's the goal of the Love Learning System. Join us as we explore how the Love Learning Together System helps you teach effectively without the stress by helping you master classroom management, time management, student engagement, and more!
QT: How to Pursue Biblical Unity from a Biblical Perspective
September 27, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.22 MBWe recently interviewed Monique Duson from the Center for Biblical Unity for a session at the Rise Up Summit called A Biblical Approach to Racial Unity. Today I share a key takeaway and some of what you can expect in the full session. To watch the full interview, sign up for the free Rise Up Summit (an online conference for Christian educators) at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
QT: How to Lesson Plan with a Team (without causing frustration)
September 20, 2021 09:00 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MBCollaborative lesson planning can save a lot of time if it's done right. But it can also cause a lot of stress and frustration. In this session, we share a simple idea that helps make team lesson planning efficient, helpful, and stress-free. This tip came from Kelly Jackson of The Simply Organized Teacher in the session we recoded for the upcoming Rise Up Summit, a free online conference for Christian educators. Sign up for the free summit at www.riseupchristianeducators.com. Get mo...
175: Differentiation Made Easy
September 13, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 35.3 MBTrying to differentiate work can be stressful and time-consuming, but it doesn't have to be. Listen as Laura Kebart shares practical strategies to make differentiation simple and relatively easy.
QT: For Those Facing Tough Things
September 06, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.94 MBIn this episode, we speak openly and honestly about how to navigate trials and tough times - whether at school or in our personal lives.
QT: How to Be More Consistent
August 30, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 5.96 MBIt can be so hard to be consistent, can't it? Join us to discover practical tips to be more consistent this year. Need help with classroom management, time management, and student engagement? Join the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship or start with the free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
QT: Magic Words to Defuse Tension in the Classroom
August 26, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBIf a student is getting defensive, try these four magic words that can easily defuse the tension and get everyone smiling again. Need help with classroom management, time management, and student engagement? Join the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship or start with a free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
174: Dear Teacher, Stop Believing in Yourself
August 23, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16 MBThe title for this episode might just be throwing you for a loop. We're supposed to believe in ourselves, right!? Kind of, sort of, but maybe not really. Join us to discover why we shouldn't be trusting in our own ability and what (hint: WHO) we should be trusting instead. Sign up for the free Rise Up Summit at www.riseupchristianeducators.com. Join the Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship. Get notes and links at www.teach4theheart.com/174.
QT: What to Do When You're Stressed
August 19, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.2 MBLast time, we talked about a practical habit to help when we feel overwhelmed. Today, we're delving into the Spiritual aspect of what to do when we're stressed and how to trust God with all the circumstances of our lives. Join the free 21-Day Prayer Challenge for Teachers at www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge.
QT: How to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed & Frazzled in Just 20 Minutes
August 16, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.87 MBWhen we're feeling stressed and overwhelmed by how much we have to do, there's one thing we need to do. Listen to discover why this simple practice is so powerful and how you can do it in just twenty minutes. Need more time-management help? Join the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship or check out the free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
QT: Why We Need to Sweat the Small Stuff Right Now
August 12, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 6.79 MB"Don't sweat the small stuff" is great advice sometimes, but NOT during the first week of school. In this episode, we explain why and talk through what we should do instead. Need help figuring out how all this works? Join the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship. You can also find out more in our free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
173: 5 Practices to Teach with Joy this Year
August 09, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 42.7 MBWe're coming off a hard year and still have so many unknowns ahead. How can we navigate this coming year with joy? This episode will empower you with practical action steps to make joyful teaching (and LIVING!) within your reach. God wants us to find joy in the everyday and you will learn how to do that with regular routines, practical problem solving, and identifying joy killers. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/173 Sign up for the free Rise Up Summit at www.riseupchrist...
QT: Tips for a Smooth 1st Day
August 05, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.13 MBWe all want the first day of school to go smoothly - and for it to set the tone for a great year. Listen to discover some simple tips to help this happen. Join the mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship or watch the free training at www.teach4theheart.com/free.
QT: A Simple Way to Connect with God Throughout the Day
August 02, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.59 MBDo you want to connect with God more but sometimes struggle to make it happen? Join us to discover a simple way to redeem lost time and create regular connection throughout the day. And join us for our free Rise Up Summit at www.riseupchristianeducators.com.
QT: What to Do when People Inevitably Frustrate Us this Year
July 29, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.62 MBJoin us as we explore a sort of motto for the 2021-22 school year: Bear with One Another (from Colossians 3:12-15). Find out more about the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship
172: Turning Around a Rough Teaching Experience (My Story)
July 26, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 18.9 MBToday, I'm sharing a bit of my own story - how my first year of teaching went (spoiler: it wasn't good), what I learned, and how I turned things around.
QT: Starting the School Year Right with Clear Procedures
July 22, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 4.3 MBDuring the first week of school, it's vital that we take time to teach and practice procedures. Listen as we discuss how to start off the year right and establish good habits from day one. We'll dive deeper into how to teach procedures in our free Back-to-School Classroom Management Solutions training. Sign up for free at www.teach4theheart.com/backtoschooltraining.
QT: How to Stay Calm in the Midst of Confusion
July 19, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.51 MBWhen there's confusion and chaos in our lives, anxiety can overwhelm us. Join us as we discuss how to stay calm in the midst of confusion. Find out more about the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship. Sign up for the free Back-to-School trainings at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.
News: Free Back-to-School Trainings
July 16, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.89 MBJoin us for two FREE Back-to-School trainings to help you start off the right and set yourself up for an amazing year! Back-to-School Classroom Management Solutions Respectful, Responsible, & Engaged Get the details & sign up at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings
QT: Don't Forget This Before School Starts!
July 15, 2021 09:00 - 2 minutes - 3.25 MBThere's one thing you definitely don't want to forget - especially this year. Listen to this quick episode to discover what it is! Sign up for the free Back-to-School Classroom Management Solutions training at www.teach4theheart.com/trainings.
171: 3 Anchors to Ground Us When Scripture & Culture Clash
July 12, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 24.3 MBAs our society moves into a Post-Christian era, we face more and more issues where Scripture and culture clash. How do we keep our bearings as Christians, and how do we wisely interact with those around us? Join us as we discuss these key questions. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/171
News: Last Chance to Join the 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club
July 10, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 3.73 MBThere’s only a few days left to join Angela Watson’s 40 Hour Teacher Workweek Club. Enrollment closes Thursday, July 16. Get all the details about this life-changing program at www.teach4theheart.com/40hourteacher.
QT: Sexual Identity and Scripture - Understanding our True Identity
July 08, 2021 09:00 - 5 minutes - 5.91 MBThere is so much confusion around sexual identity, in particular in relation to what the Bible teaches. In this episode, we explore the key concept of identity and the difference between secular and Biblical views of identity. Find out more about the Teach 4 the Heart Mentorship at www.teach4theheart.com/mentorship.
QT: How Should We View U.S. History
July 05, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBWhen it comes to our perspective on U.S. History, there are two extremes that we want to avoid. Join us as we explore what a Biblical view of history looks like. Join our Facebook group at www.teach4theheart.com/facebook. Get PD credit for listening to podcasts at www.teach4theheart.com/pd.