Episode 12 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Kirby Short)

For the twelfth and final episode for 2021 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview a friend Kirby Short. Kirby has been a teacher for 14 years and is currently a Deputy Principal in Queensland. Kirby was also a professional cricketer and was captain on the WBBL Brisbane Heat team that claimed two WBBL titles.

Kirby discusses the following:

- Her teaching journey, why she became a teacher and teacher role models.

- How she managed her professional sporting career as well as her teaching career and discusses some helpful self-care tips.

- Decision to go down the leadership path and qualities of strong leaders

- What experiences and qualities Assistant Principal/Deputy Principal need to consider.

- Todd’s Quick Questions

Episode 11 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Lauren Millard-Ray)

For the eleventh episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Lauren Millard-Ray. Lauren has been a teacher for 17 years and is currently a Leading Teacher in Numeracy.

Lauren discusses the following:

- Her teaching journey, why she became a teacher and moved into a leadership position.

- How to best structure a Numeracy lesson to advantage all students.

- Numeracy tips and classroom musts. 

- Numeracy resources and books that are great for Numeracy lessons. 

- Todd’s Quick Questions.

Resources and Books Lauren mentions during the episode that are fantastic for Numeracy.

Resources:

- Maths Curriculum Companion

- The Top Ten Numeracy Package

- MAV Subscription

- Mathematical Mindsets

Picture Storybooks (Small Selection of Lauren’s favourites):

- How Many Legs

- Counting on Frank

- Last to Finish

- Spinderella

- One Is a Snail, Ten Is a Crab

Episode 10 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Adam Tanner)

For the tenth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview Adam Tanner who I’ve had the privilege of working with for the last 8 years. Adam has been teaching for 11 years, currently teaching Physical Education.

Adam has a wealth of knowledge and experiences, which he shares in this episode.

Adam discusses the following:

- His life, why he became a teacher and his teaching journey.

- Key fundamentals when teaching Physical Education

- Resources and programs for Primary Physical Education

- Swimming Program, Perceptual Motor Program and PE Kit Bags

- Todd and Adam’s Quick Questions

Episode 9 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Molly Gallagher)

For the ninth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview speech pathologist Molly Gallagher. Molly has been a speech pathologist for three years in private practice and this year moving into education at my primary school.

Molly discusses the following:

- Her life, why she became a speech pathologist, reasons for working in schools and her role at our school

- What can teachers do to support her program.

- Hints for classroom teachers to identify students who needs support from speech therapists.

Resources and programs teachers and schools can use if they don’t have a speech therapist at their school (More details below)

- What teachers should implement in their classroom every day to support students’ speech development.

- Todd’s Quick Questions.

You can check out what Molly is up to on Instagram @molly.slp

Resources and Programs Molly mentions during the episode.

Cued articulation:

- http://www.soundsforliteracy.com.au/cued-articulation.html

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPLnfNciLbA&t=119s

Science of language and reading short courses:

- https://www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/short-courses/the-science-of-language-and-reading-an-introduction

Blog Emina Mclean: https://www.eminamclean.com/blog

Blog Pam Snow: http://pamelasnow.blogspot.com/

Marina Hennes (colourful semantics workshops):

- https://www.instagram.com/marinas.speechcorner/

Episode 8 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Gayle Millard-Ray)

For the eighth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Gayle Millard-Ray. Gayle has been a teacher for 18 years both in the UK and Australia and is currently a Grade 5 teacher.

Gayle discusses the following:

- Her life, why she became a teacher, her teaching journey, teacher role models and general teaching hints and experiences.

- What are the main differences in education from the UK to Australia.

- Does the UK education system do something the Australian education system should implement.

- Qualities of strong teachers.

- Being a team leader and what skills and qualities are essential for leading a team.

- Todd’s Quick Questions.

Episode 7 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Graduate Teacher Roundtable - Shelley Eaton (2nd Year), Laura Cole (1st Year), Kaiden Antonowicz (3rd Year) & Nathan Walsh (2nd Year).

Throughout this episode all four outstanding graduate teachers share and discuss their teaching journey and experiences to date and also reflect on their university experience as well.

Shelley, Laura, Kaiden and Nathan discuss the following:

- Their teaching career so far, why they became teachers and teacher role models.

- Is teaching what they expected.

- Did University set you up to be a successful teacher and tips for university students starting their teaching career.

- Best ways schools and mentors can support graduate teachers.

- Todd’s Quick Questions

Episode 6 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Hayden Polglase)

For the sixth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview Hayden Polglase. I have the privilege of working at the same school as Hayden who has been teaching for 14 years, currently teaching Grade 3/4 and is also our Numeracy Learning Specialist. Hayden has a wealth of knowledge and experiences, which he shares in this episode.

Hayden discusses the following:

- His life, why he became a teacher, his teaching journey, teacher role models and general teaching hints and experiences.

- Numeracy Structure

- Numeracy tips, books and resources.

- Todd’s Quick Questions

Episode 5 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Penelope Cleghorn)

For the fifth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Penelope Cleghorn. Penelope has been a teacher for 12 years and is currently a Physical Education teacher and Leading Teacher (Leader of Student Learning, Empowerment and Pedagogy).

Penelope discusses the following:

- Her teaching journey, why she became a teacher and moved into the leadership.

- Physical Education teaching and VCE teaching

- Life as a Leading Teacher, advice for teachers inspiring for a leadership role, what qualities all strong school leaders should have?

- Todd’s Quick Questions

Episode 4 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Scott Ross)

For the fourth episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Scott Ross. Scott has been a teacher for over 20 years and is currently an Assistant Principal.

Scott discusses the following:

- His teaching journey, why he became a teacher and moved into the leadership.

- Life as an Assistant Principal, roles and responsibilities, what experiences, qualities and PD’s are important for this role, best and worst part of being an AP etc.

- Recruitment of staff and interviewing

- Tips for university students when writing an application

- Todd’s Quick Questions

Episode 3 of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast: (Melissa Zysvelt)

For the third episode of the Toddcast the Teacher Podcast, I interview close friend Melissa Zysvelt. Melissa is a Special Education teacher who has been teaching at her school for 21 years in various roles and responsibilities.

Melissa discusses the following:

- Her life, teaching journey, why she became a teacher and general teaching hints and experiences.

- Special Education (key teaching strategies, catering for students with individual differences, dual enrolment).

- Special Education curriculum

- How Special Education has changed over recent years.

- Todd’s Quick Questions