Truth: Teachers want and need more joy in their life!

Truth: It can come in some silly and significant ways if we are strategic about it!

In the This Teacher Life season finale, we’re wrapping up with a special episode dedicated to helping educators rediscover the joy in their teaching journey on both a personal and professional level.

Join us as we dive into six simple yet powerful strategies that can transform the day-to-day experience in the classroom and beyond.

Whether you’re feeling burnt out or just looking for ways to inject a little more positivity into your routine, this episode is full of fun with special guests Jack Berckemeyer and Rachael McCoy.

It’s time to take a step back, reflect, and find the joy that’s often hidden in the hustle.

Tune in and get ready to finish the season feeling inspired and rejuvenated for the next chapter of your teaching journey!

AND… prepare your hearts to feel like you are having a conversation with your teacher BFF.

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In this raw and heartfelt episode of the This Teacher Life, we’re diving into a BIG announcement that might just surprise you.

After years of dedication to the traditional classroom, I’m packing up and walking away… or just across town — but not for the reasons you might think!

This episode explores the personal and professional shifts that led to this decision, the challenges and triumphs of education, and what’s next on the horizon.

Tune in for a candid conversation about growth, change, and the future of teaching!

Spoiler Alert: this isn’t the ending — it’s a whole new chapter!

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Special episode alert!

In this week’s powerful recording of This Teacher Life, we dive into the heart of education with practical, yet impactful strategies that can transform not only schools but the lives of students and staff alike.

We explore actionable ideas that can spark meaningful change in your school environment.

From boosting student engagement to fostering a positive school culture, this episode provides real-world solutions to the challenges educators face today.

Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, or part of the school support staff, get ready to leave with the motivation and tools to make a lasting difference in the education world.

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Teachers, would you rather have more sick days or more personal days?

I’m sure you have LOTS of opinions and lots of conditional questions before you answer that controversial, difficult question.

Well, what if we could use would you rather as an awesome way to equip kids with the skills they need in the future?

In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most important questions educators face: how do we prepare students of all ages for success in college, careers, and life?

We dive into strategies, tips, and real-world advice for helping students develop the skills and mindset they need to thrive, no matter where they are in their educational journey.

But we’re doing it with a twist! This isn’t your typical talk about test scores and lesson plans.

Instead, we’re remixing a classic game, using it as a fun and interactive tool to spark engaging discussions about crucial life skills like: listening, compassion, empathy, reflection, and more!

From decision-making to adaptability, we’ll uncover how even the simplest games can be powerful teaching moments.

Tune in to hear how to use these creative approaches to make a lasting impact on students and help them tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s world.

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Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show educators just how much they mean to our schools and communities.

In this week’s episode of The This Teacher Life, we share six super simple yet meaningful ideas to celebrate and honor teachers during this special week.

Whether you’re a parent, administrator, or fellow educator, you’ll find easy and thoughtful ways to spread gratitude, uplift your colleagues, and make a lasting impact.

Tune in for creative suggestions that go beyond the usual treats, and discover how small acts of appreciation can make a big difference in a teacher’s day.

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Students changing grade levels, changing teachers, and changing buildings can be hard.

That is because change is hard!

But, when we are proactive about putting plans into place change can be super exciting for kids.

If you are looking for ideas on how to level-up your upcoming orientation or strategies’ on how to make your upcoming open-house less stressful, this episode is for you.

This Teacher Life episode is packs with hacks on how to host events that decrease fear and frustrations for parents and increase smiles and successes for students.

I guarantee by the end you will be SO excited to open the doors for your next school event!

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To apply for the job opening or not to apply, that is the question at this point in the year and at this point in education.

This is a tough question that nearly every educator faces at some point—do you stay rooted in the classroom, focusing solely on content delivery, or do you pursue leadership roles for broader impact?

We’ll explore the pros and cons of both paths and challenge the assumptions about what it means to truly make a difference in education.

Also hear from special guest Jack Berckemeyer and Monica on what they have done in the past and what they are doing now and how they came to those decisions.

And get ready to hear full transparency about NOT getting hired, NOT passing tests, and NOT feeling good about it.

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, an aspiring leader, or someone just trying to figure out where you stand, this episode is for you.

Tune in, and let’s unpack where you fall in the ever-evolving world of education!

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Get ready to roll with laughter and learning in this fun-filled episode.

This idea is shaking up the typical classroom routine with a Yahtzee dice challenge that’s sure to make your students take a chance on changing behaviors in a good way!

Join us as we reveal how to set up a competitive game that not only scores big on fun but also encourages positive behaviors and cuts down on the stress for you, the teacher.

From rolling dice to rolling in the good vibes, this episode of the This Teacher Life is packed with tips, tricks, and a whole lot of game-changing ideas to keep your classroom engaged, motivated, and having a blast.

Whether you’re a Yahtzee pro or a total beginner, we’ve got all the steps to make this a winning strategy for you and your students.

Tune in, and let’s make learning a Lotzee fun!

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What if you could throw a party in your classroom everyday?

And this party wouldn’t be any work, it wouldn’t create chaos, and the party wouldn’t cost anything.

Would you want to be a part of it?

In this week’s episode of the This Teacher Life podcast I explain how all kids can be a part of a party, they just have to listen.

This simple idea has caused 100% of students to listen and that means they are learning, because listening is a sign of engagement!

What a teacher win!

Want one hint on what the idea involves? A bell.

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What if I told you Doritos could be so dynamic in your classroom and you wouldn’t even need to buy a bag!?

In this week’s fun and unexpected episode of the The This Teacher life podcast , we dive into the power of humor, creativity, and dynamic discussion in the classroom!

We explore how a simple bag of Doritos can unlock laughter and enhance student engagement in ways you’ve never imagined.

From rigor and relationships t to encouraging creative thinking, Doritos can be the perfect catalyst for conversation and impactful lessons.

We’ll discuss unconventional teaching strategies, share real-life classroom examples, and break down how incorporating playfulness and surprise into your teaching style can lead to better learning outcomes, especially for social-emotional learning!

Get ready to see your classroom curriculum in a whole new light simply by asking this….

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