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Do you ever feel like your students only listen when you raise your voice—and you don't want to be that teacher? In this Teacher Talk episode, Linda and Ashly dive deep into what to do when you're a new, soft-spoken or non-authoritative teacher who still wants a calm, respectful classroom. You CAN gain student respect, keep lessons on track, and manage attention-seeking behaviors—without becoming louder, harsher, or someone you're not!

"I am a first year Spanish teacher. I am not an authoritative personality and I do not have a loud voice. How can I get my class to respect me without raising my voice. They get derailed and like to say things to get attention from their peers while I am teaching. I have a student who is ADD and will not stop taking the bait from students around him so he is constantly turning around and talking to people around him, despite constant redirecting and correction."

00:00 Introduction to Classroom Management Challenges 02:50 Understanding Teaching Personalities and Authority 06:54 Strategies for Managing Student Behavior 09:32 Final Thoughts and Resources for Teachers

Resources/Links Mentioned:

Warning Systems Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jeg5NIP58zs

10 Commandments Episode: https://teach4theheart.com/373

10 Commandments Playlist: https://teach4theheart.com/playlist

CM101: https://teach4theheart.com/cm101

Is your classroom too chaotic? The 10 Commandments of Classroom Management boil down key classroom management concepts into a list that's simple & easy to understand.

Watch the video series here: https://teach4theheart.com/playlist Grab the Starter Pack here: https://teach4theheart.com/10c

Listen to the related podcast episode here: https://teach4theheart.com/373

00:00 Introduction to Classroom Management Commandments 00:54 Commandment 1 01:53 Commandment 2 03:54 Commandment 3 05:47 Establishing Procedures and Consistency 07:32 Commandment 4 10:13 Commandment 5 11:58 Commandment 6 14:01 Commandment 7 15:40 Balancing Kindness and Firmness 16:22 Commandment 8 18:33 Commandment 9 20:39 Commandment 10 21:32 Addressing Root Causes of Misbehavior

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Feeling drained and wondering if you can keep going? In our first "Teacher Talk" episode, Linda and Ashly respond to a veteran teacher who is running on empty. Join us as we unpack what's really behind this kind of burnout and share simple, practical steps to break the cycle. "I'm exhausted and I'm not sure what to do about it. I'm in my 24th year of teaching. I teach reasonable lessons, but I've always had trouble getting grading done. In the past year, the time I have usually spent on Saturdays planning and grading has greatly decreased due to family concerns. My concentration is shot. I stay up late trying to work, but it doesn't happen and then I lose sleep. The next day, I'm more tired and the same thing happens. Anyone ever been through this? Any ideas?"

00:00 Navigating Teacher Exhaustion 02:59 Strategies for Effective Grading 05:49 Embracing Grace and Realism in Teaching

Resources/Links Mentioned:

Full Plate Training: teach4theheart.com/plate

Episode 48: https://teach4theheart.com/simple-way-grade-writing-quickly/

Episode 340: https://teach4theheart.com/8-best-grading-tips/

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We all look forward to that much-needed break, but what happens when we come back expecting to feel magically refreshed, only to be met with opposite? In this episode, Linda and Julie discuss common mistakes teachers make after a break and how to avoid them. We talk about practical tips to help you reestablish order, refocus yourself and students, and ease the transition back into the classroom with confidence.

00:00 Returning to School: Mistakes to Avoid 03:08 The Importance of Change After Break 05:56 Managing the First Week Back 09:39 Revisiting Classroom Procedures 12:30 Building Relationships with Students 15:16 Seeking God's Guidance in Teaching

Resources/Links Mentioned:

Classroom Management 101: https://teach4theheart.com/cm101

Reclaim Your Time: https://teach4theheart.com/reclaim

Hope Renewed: https://teach4theheart.com/hope

CM 101: https://teach4theheart.com/cm101