The Teacher Cast

The Teacher Cast

By Hayley + GemmaEducation
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The Teacher Cast episodes

  • #52: Yard Duty

    In this weeks episode Hayley and Gemma discuss their tips and tricks for yard duty, such as their rules for yard duty and games that can be played on yard!

    They also discuss their ‘Resources of the Week’ and how they used them in the classroom this week.

    Please be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!

    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Gem:

    Instagram (@muinteoirgems): ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/muinteoirgems/?hl=en ⁠


    Links mentioned:

    Symmetry generator: http://weavesilk.com/

    Toy Theatre: https://toytheater.com/

    Scoil.net: https://www.scoilnet.ie/

    39 min
  • #51: Let the festivities begin

    In this weeks episode, Hayley and Gemma share their thoughts on the run up to the Festive season 🎄🎅🏽

    We also discuss our resources of the week and why we’d recommend them and how we find them useful in the classroom!

    Please sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Gem:

    Instagram (@muinteoirgems): ⁠https://www.instagram.com/muinteoirgems/?hl=en 


    Links mentioned:

    Spreag an Ghaeilge le Spraoi: https://www.cogg.ie/wp-content/uploads/Spreag-an-Ghaeilge-le-Spraoi-2019-1.pdf

    Advent Calendar: https://mash.ie/advent-calendar

    39 min
  • #51: Welcome Gemma!

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast!

    We start by catching up with Gemma on her last couple of months with Rang a 3 and 4, as she discusses her very first inspection and Hayley talks about the fun week that Fourth class have been having! (Including eating smarties!) 🍫

    This episode, Gemma and Hayley discuss, overcoming the dark winter night and answer listener questions!

    We also reveal our Resources of the Week!

    Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Gem:

    Instagram (@muinteoirgems): https://www.instagram.com/muinteoirgems/?hl=en


    Links Mentioned:

    Data Investigation: https://mash.ie/mm-bar-chart-freebie-maths-data.html

    Walk Tall programme: https://www.pdst.ie/sites/default/files/Walk%20Tall%20-%20Book%206%20-%20Irish.pdf

    Cogg, SESE resources in Gaeilge: https://tairseachcogg.ie/Home/ResourceDetails?_HYtIf125x=nn46I8H6KfOhtQ%2BUklSx8FvupeJczgO4APCgYA9lX3HVVb91eiNznansojzdha7B

    Foras na Gaeilge (more SESE resources in Gaeilge): https://www.forasnagaeilge.ie/angum/book-category/aiseanna-bunscoile/feach-thart-rang-4/

    38 min
  • #50: Hayley in the Hotseat

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by catching up on our weeks, as Adam discusses his Masters graduation and Hayley surprised her mother for her birthday! This episode, Hayley is in the hotseat as Adam gets to know Hayley even more! We chat about Hayley’s schooling, her life in Canada, overcoming adversity and her hopes for teaching going forward!


    Stay tuned to the end for an important announcement 👀


    Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!

    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    Oíche Shamhna poems: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent/oiche-shamhna-danta

    Class Dojo: https://www.classdojo.com/en-gb/?redirect=true

    39 min
  • #49: A World of Maths!

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by catching up on our weeks, as Adam went to Waterford and Hayley went to the National Art Gallery! This episode we discuss how we approach teaching Maths, especially during Maths Week! We chat about how we try to make Maths fun and interactive with looks of suggestions of games and activities! We also reveal our Resources of the Week! Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    Symmetry Generator: http://weavesilk.com/

    Daily 10: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/daily10

    Hit the Button: https://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button

    Sesame Street Number of the Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E45ZZKPXX80

    Shape Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEbRDtCAFdU

    Oíche Shamhna vocab cards: https://mash.ie/oiche-shamhna-vocab-cards-and-questions

    How Big is a Foot by Rolf Myller: https://youtu.be/p5vJrB68K_o?feature=shared

    A Pair of Socks by Stuart J. Murphy: https://youtu.be/ye1PgKhZIow?feature=shared

    Interactive Maths Clock: https://apps.mathlearningcenter.org/math-clock/



    38 min
  • #48: What's for Homework?

    We start by catching up on our weeks, discussing Adam’s Very Pink Run success and Hayley’s spontaneous weekend girls trip in Kilkenny! This episode we discuss how we approach homework in Juniors & 4th - the main topics we highlight, the time we assign to each area and what we focus on regarding homework organisation, distribution, collection and correction!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    Storyline Online: https://storylineonline.net

    Tessellation Skulls worksheet: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Halloween-Math-skull-tessellation-activity-3996686

    39 min
  • #47: Life after 3pm with Molly Erin

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by catching up on our weeks, discussing Adam’s trip to the ITL Adventure Retreat and Hayley’s fun social outing over the weekend! This episode we are joined by the ever so lovely Molly Erin! Molly discusses her passion for mental health and her want to be vulnerable and honest about her teaching journey. All 3 of us discuss our lives outside school and how we try to maintain a good work-life balance! We also reveal our Resources of the Week and answer your questions about planning and teaching Gaeilge themes. Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!


    Find Molly:

    Instagram (@molllyerin): https://www.instagram.com/molllyerin/?hl=en

    TikTok (@molllyerin): https://www.tiktok.com/@molllyerin?_t=8gBMbEKgYXg&_r=1


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    Flower Trays: https://www.thelearningstore.ie/flower-sorting-trays-special-price-available-online-only-72211?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI59TMvvLXgQMVDgwGAB28RgjeEAQYBSABEgLN7vD_BwE

    Punctuation display: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Punctuation-Full-Page-Posters-Classroom-Punctuation-Mark-Poster-Set-3457512

    Retreat with Robyn: https://instagram.com/itsthelifeofrobyn?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Quiz Izz: https://quizizz.com/?lng=en



    49 min
  • #46: Autumnal Art ideas

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by catching up on our weeks, discussing the rugby and Adam’s wet trip to Spike Island! This episode focuses on autumn art ideas for all ages and different ways to engage your class in fun art lessons for this upcoming month! We also reveal our Resources of the Week and answer your questions on NQT pressures. Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!

    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    Three Little Pigs Houses: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE3OTUzNzI2Njk5OTMwNDUy?story_media_id=2958370072838648387&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Finger Painting Tress: https://www.instagram.com/s/aGlnaGxpZ2h0OjE3OTc2NDc2NjkzMzQyNjI2?story_media_id=3196904935366325762&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Autumn Animals Sponge Art: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxnxvV-sdPd/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Autumn Leaves with colour mixing (warm and cool tones): https://www.instagram.com/p/Cxd66A9s3c8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

    Autumn Wreath inspo: https://www.pinterest.ie/pin/351912455443574/

    Fox guided drawing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=BZ36BHS4e5I

    Mé Féin board game: https://mash.ie/me-fein-cluiche-chlair

    Warm and cool autumn trees: https://www.instagram.com/p/CjBHwygMvRS/?img_index=1

    Grid paper for autumn trees: https://www.twinkl.ie/resource/block-diagram-template-activity-t-n-7754

    Talking Object: https://www.mrprice.ie/product/daizy-dog-plush-cuddle-cushion/


    40 min
  • #45: September Check-in

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by catching up on our weeks and chatting about our plans for the upcoming weeks outside of school! This episode focuses on checking in on you guys by answering your questions! From placement to PE to buying resources and more - we cover a lot of topics! We also reveal our Resources of the Week!


    Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms - we appreciate all the love!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    2L Water bottle: Linked here

    Water Beads: https://www.sensationalkids.ie/product/sensory-beads/

    Colour wheel template: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Colour-Wheel-Template-2021-7223918

    PDST PE FMS (Fundamental Movement Skills): https://www.pdst.ie/physlit

    Coloured stickers to organise copies: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NPWBRZQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details


    40 min
  • #44: What is Droichead?

    Hey Teachers! Welcome back to another episode of the Teacher Cast! We start by chatting about the recent lovely weather and how we have been re-acclimatising to back to school! This episode focuses on the ins and outs of Droichead - from planning, to Cluster Meetings, to collaborating with your PST, and more! We also reveal our Resources of the Week and answer some of your burning questions! Be sure to like, rate and follow the podcast on all platforms!


    Find Hayley:

    Instagram (@theteacherstudent): https://www.instagram.com/theteacherstudent/?hl=en

    Instagram (@theteachercast): https://www.instagram.com/theteachercast/?hl=en

    TikTok (@theteacheredit)

    Mash Store: https://mash.ie/theteacherstudent


    Find Adam:

    Instagram (@mister_muinteoir_): https://www.instagram.com/mister_muinteoir_/?hl=en


    Links mentioned:

    'Big' Poem: https://images.app.goo.gl/3i7YB3gzdrJ7jPjd7

    Duck Countdown Timer: https://youtu.be/nEGzcwM8UJc?si=e2o2eEdz0KhX6Y59

    Droichead Toolkit: https://www.teacherinduction.ie/en/supports/droichead/droichead-toolkit-p

    Useful Droichead documents: https://www.teacherinduction.ie/en/supports/droichead/droichead-toolkit-p/useful-documents


    40 min

About The Teacher Cast

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We're Hayley and Gemma, two Irish primary school teacher's who have a passion for sharing knowledge about the classroom and beyond. We share a new episode weekly at 6am on Thursday's - just in time for your commute! We love sharing new ideas, talking to others in the field while also highlighting the day to day life as teachers.