Feeling overwhelmed by a huge wish list and a tiny budget? This episode is your definitive guide to how to supply your music room on a budget. We're talking with Jessica Palmer from West Music to get the inside scoop on how their team helps teachers maximize their funds, build a long-term plan, and find the resources they need.

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https://www.instagram.com/westmusiccompany/

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Feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? In this episode, I sit down with my mentor, Sara Campbell, to talk about achieving a sustainable music teacher work-life balance. We discuss common challenges, the importance of setting boundaries with ourselves, and how to build a career that truly supports your life.

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What We Talked About:

Sara's Contact Info & Links:

Website

Facebook Group

Instagram

Bravepants Branding & Marketing Program

The Music Teacher's Marketing Library

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by your crazy music teacher schedule? Today, we're cutting through the noise with a three-part plan to help you not just survive, but thrive. In this super quick episode, I'm sharing sanity-saving strategies on prioritizing, using lesson prep hacks, and setting boundaries. Tune in to learn how to manage a crazy music teacher schedule and grab your free curriculum maps today!

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What We Talked About:

Grab Your FREE Curriculum Maps to help you know what to teach and when to teach it.

Looking for that bootcamp, Your Best Year Starts Here? Here's a link to grab it for only $27!

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Just landed your first music teaching job and feeling a mix of excitement and pure anxiety? Don't worry—we've got you. This episode is packed with essential music teacher tips for first year teachers, breaking down those big questions into manageable steps.

We'll walk you through a simple three-phase plan: what to do before day one, how to build a strong foundation in your first week, and strategies for sustaining your energy and growing beyond that. Tune in now for the foundational music teacher tips for first-year teachers that will set you up for a successful and joyful career!

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What We Talked About:

 How to Learn 300 Names by December

Tips for First Year Teachers – Part 4

Tips for First Year Teachers – Part 5

Tips for First Year Teachers, Part 2

How to Rock Your First 30 Days & Beyond in the Music Classroom – Classroom Management -Ep30

How to Rock Your First 30 Days & Beyond in the Music Classroom – Transitions – Ep29

How to Rock Your First Month of School in the Music Classroom – Part 1 – Structure – Ep28

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Do you find yourself staring at a blank page, feeling overwhelmed by the thought of planning your next music lesson, or does it feel like an energy drain? We're uncovering why your music lesson planning might be secretly exhausting you, and sharing one strategic shift that can begin to fix it right now.

Learn about common pitfalls like the "blank page paralysis," the "perfectionism trap," and the "cram it all in syndrome" that are draining your time and joy. The key isn't to plan less, but to plan smarter, embracing a flexible framework. Imagine a customizable skeleton for your year and your lessons – a repeatable structure that you can easily plug content into, instead of building from the ground up every single time. This strategic shift in your music lesson planning will help you reclaim your time and energy, bringing the joy back to teaching. Tune in to fix your planning process and feel inspired again!

What We Talked About:

Get Your FREE Pass for The Make Music Magic Summit

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Ever wish you had a magic spell to instantly capture your students' attention the moment they walk into your music room? As elementary music teachers, you need ideas that work right now. Today, we're going to literally steal three quick, practical wins you can use to get students engaged in your music classroom TOMORROW!

Discover simple, actionable strategies that serve as powerful music room attention getters and keep your students actively involved from start to finish. Learn about the "Ready to Play" start for focused entries, the "Movement Multiplier" for better focus during explanations, and the "Sing-Out-the-Door" exit for engaging dismissals. These ideas are just a sneak peek into the practical goldmine waiting for you, offering immediate relief and long-term engagement. Tune in to grab your quick wins and make your classroom magic happen, transforming your everyday music room attention getters into effortless engagement.

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Get notified for next year's summit if the third annual summit is already over.

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Do you spend more time managing behavior than making music? Feeling stuck in a cycle of chaos in your elementary music classroom? It's time to debunk the biggest myth about classroom management! Jeanette shares her own journey from exhausting "control-first" tactics to a powerful truth: true classroom harmony comes from deep student engagement, not just rules. Discover why traditional approaches often leave you frustrated and drained.

Imagine a music room where students are actively invested, curious, and choosing to participate positively – a place of joy and learning, not constant redirection. This episode will show you how to transform your music teacher classroom management, making teaching fun again and dramatically reducing your stress. Learn the proactive strategies that build a positive environment and prevent issues before they even start. Tune in now to discover the ultimate tool for calm, focused, and joyful music teacher classroom management!

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Feeling the strain? Is the daily grind of teaching impacting your well-being? In this candid conversation, Jeanette interviews Kevin Mecchella, a former music teacher and now a youth motivational speaker. Kevin understands the unique pressures educators face, sharing his own journey from burnout to prioritizing mental wellness.

Discover practical, actionable strategies for teacher mental health, including the crucial "oxygen mask" principle, how to create essential mental space through journaling, and powerful insights on prioritizing your time. This episode offers a roadmap to resilience, helping you find joy and effectiveness in your classroom by nurturing yourself first. Tune in to learn how to make your mental health a priority and empower yourself for a more joyful teaching career.

What We Talked About:

Kevin's Website

Kevin's YouTube Channel

Great Free Meditation App: Insight Timer

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Feeling like your inner critic is louder than your choir? 😩 Or constantly pouring from an empty cup as a music teacher? In this powerful episode, Jeanette chats with health coach Stefani Scotch, who candidly shares her incredibly relatable journey through people-pleasing and negative self-talk to finding true self-worth and joy.

You'll discover practical, actionable strategies for managing stress for teachers, learning how to quiet that "bully brain," set healthy boundaries in your school life, and truly transform your mindset. Stefani shares how small habit changes led to immense peace and empowerment, both inside and outside the classroom.

Ready to feel lighter, more confident, and truly inspired? Tune in now to start speaking life into your own amazing story!

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What We Talked About:

Stefani's Podcast - She Lost It

Connect with Stefani on Socials:

Instagram

Facebook

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Feeling like you're navigating the music room all alone, or constantly searching for fresh, engaging lesson ideas that actually save you time? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, I chat with the incredible Aileen Miracle – a veteran elementary music teacher and current Unified Arts Curriculum Supervisor. Aileen shares her unique journey, from teaching before the days of Pinterest to becoming a leader who deeply understands the challenges you face today.

You'll discover invaluable insights on creating engaging lessons that genuinely save you time, learn powerful strategies to combat that isolated feeling so many music teachers experience, and hear practical advice on finding vital connection and support. Plus, Aileen reveals exciting details about her upcoming 'Music Room Meetup' summit and has a special upper elementary lesson freebie just for you! You'll also hear about her fantastic podcast, 'The Music Room,' and where to find all her amazing resources.

Tune in now to feel more connected, create incredible lessons with ease, and truly thrive in your music room!

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Feeling like you're teaching on an island? 🏝️ Get ready for a jolt of inspiration! In this episode, Jeanette chats with the incredible Aileen Miracle, an elementary music education rockstar and Unified Arts Curriculum Supervisor. Aileen shares her journey from teaching pre-Pinterest to guiding a district, and how she helps elementary music teachers create engaging lessons and save precious time.

We dive deep into overcoming teacher isolation, finding vital support, and how her mission is dedicated to helping you thrive. Discover practical tips from a Teacher of the Year and learn about her Music Room Meetup summit (with a free option!). Plus, grab her special upper elementary lesson freebie, and learn about her podcast, 'The Music Room.' Tune in for actionable advice to boost your music teaching and connect with a supportive community!

#AileenMiracle #ElementaryMusic #MusicEducation #EngagingMusicLessons #SaveTimeTeaching #MusicTeacherPD #MusicTeacherSupport #MusicRoomMeetup #TheHappyMusicTeacher #Kodaly

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What We Talked About:

Register for Music Room Meetup

Aileen's Website

Aileen's Blog

Aileen's Podcast

Aileen's Shop for Fabulous Resources

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