Ep 8: 6 revealing reasons why you didn't get that teaching job

TnT 6 Classroom management doesn't have to suck: Thinking about and dealing with classroom management is often a beginning teachers’ nightmare. Taking the time to have a crystal clear picture of your rules and consequences will help to improve student behaviors with each coming year. To... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 14 Ross Cooper emphasizes the importance of growing as an educator: Even though they will vary, most interview panels ask similar questions. Ross Cooper gives us one of the best ways to stand out in an interview and discusses the importance of always growing and learning as an educator. To access the show notes and... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 7 Why close reading is the first tool new teachers should have under their belt with Brooklyn Khan: Teaching literacy is a responsibility for all teachers of all subjects, but what if you don’t know how to teach reading? Brooklyn Khan dives into a simple but powerful strategy that every new teacher should have readily available. To access the show... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 1: Using end-of-the-year student feedback to guide your teaching: Do you collect student feedback? If not, you should! It's a great way to know how students perceive your effectiveness, and whether or not you're creating relationships and connecting with them. It's also a quick and easy way for students to feel that... by Teachers Need Teachers

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Why me? Why this podcast? Why now?: Being a new teacher is tough as it is, especially if you don't have a mentor and have to go at it alone. There are so many questions you want to ask but feel stupid doing so. There are situations in which you SHOULD ask questions, but you're so... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 10 Asia Cunningham gives epic job interview tips: As a new teacher, your advisors in your credentialing program probably gave you some interviewing advice and practice questions. While these are helpful, it’s definitely even more valuable to hear from someone on a hiring committee and know exactly... by Teachers Need Teachers

47 min listen

TnT 8 6 revealing reasons why you didn't get that teaching job: As a new teacher, you’ve probably been on many, many interviews without any luck. While it’s awful to be rejected, the best thing you can do is use it as a learning experience. Here are some reasons why you may not have been hired for that... by Teachers Need Teachers

16 min listen

TnT 37 Let's get ready to STUDENT TEACH: You've finally made it to the point where you're ready to student teach! You're filled with excitement, anticipation, and ANXIETY about how to prepare. Yes, your teacher preparation program has prepared you for this moment, but you still can't help... by Teachers Need Teachers

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Introducing Teachers Need Teachers: What is the Teachers Need Teachers podcast about and who is it for? Why should you subscribe? What makes this different from other teaching podcasts? How will this change your teaching? Listen in and get all of the details in 106 second flat. Got... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 2: Which grade is the easiest to teach, and other questions from the web: Today's questions: - How to keep it together during unannounced observations. - Which grade is the easiest to teach - Whether or not you should go straight into teaching after getting your credential Got questions, feedback, or want to be on the show?... by Teachers Need Teachers

11 min listen

TnT 3 Why you need to rethink your classroom set up to maximize learning: When was the last time you examined your classroom setup? Your classroom needs to be set up to maximize student learning while also reducing traffic and chaos. Here’s what to consider when considering a new setup. To access the resource, go to... by Teachers Need Teachers

17 min listen

TnT 9 James Moffett tells us how a teacher's approach to classroom management can make or break an interview: A topic that many job-seeking teachers are asked about is classroom management. Every school has its own philosophy and mission in terms of behavior, but some take it a step further. James Moffett dives deep into how being a trauma-informed school is... by Teachers Need Teachers

48 min listen

TnT 5 Expecting your students to be mind-readers is a waste of time: Properly communicated classroom policies and procedures ensure that you can maximize the learning time in a safe and productive environment. When we start out teaching, it’s a time of experimentation to see what works. Here are four important points... by Teachers Need Teachers

12 min listen

TnT 13 Rick Mohrien's reassuring interview advice for new teachers: One of the biggest fears that many brand new teachers have is that they won’t be hired due to their lack of experience. Rick Mohrien tells us what’s REALLY important to most principals and what beginning teachers should focus on for the interview.... by Teachers Need Teachers

58 min listen

TnT 4 It's time to grade your grading policies: As a newer teacher, you probably used the grading system from student teaching or a haphazard combination of what you “heard” you should do. By taking the time to closely examine your grading policies, you can ensure that your gradebook clearly... by Teachers Need Teachers

16 min listen

TnT 17 How I use my syllabus to communicate with parents: It's back-to-school time! There's always so much to prepare for your first teaching position, one thing that you definitely want to plan ahead is your syllabus. Use this document as a communication tool with your students' parents so that you can all... by Teachers Need Teachers

25 min listen

TnT 12 Rob Fulk gets real about being honest in job interviews: When preparing for an interview, we’re often faced with the fear of the unknown. What if we don’t have an answer or know what the interviewer is talking about? Rob Fulk gives new teachers valuable and honest tips about how to handle these common... by Teachers Need Teachers

52 min listen

TnT 19 Mari Venturino takes on Twitter as a teacher: Most new teachers have experience using social media, but are they taking advantage of the on-demand professional development and support? Mari Venturino dives into how Twitter can be the PD you're looking for to grow and become confident as an... by Teachers Need Teachers

41 min listen

TnT 29 How to best handle an angry parent email: Every teacher will receive at least one (if not more) emailed from disgruntled parents. Regardless of who's at fault, it can be a nerve-wracking experience and have lasting negative effects if not handled properly. How can we address the email in a... by Teachers Need Teachers

33 min listen

TnT 15 The only advice you'll need on how to nail that next teaching interview: Now that I've interviewed seven administrators and answered their top job interview questions, it's time to take all of that valuable information and put it to good use. Here are my key takeaways that you can use to nail your next teaching interview... by Teachers Need Teachers

14 min listen

TnT 38 Make one small change for a huge impact: Second semester or the time after Winter Break is a great time to make adjustments in your teaching. You know your students and have some systems in place, so why not pick something small but significant to change and improve? These small changes add... by Teachers Need Teachers

26 min listen

TnT 52 JOB INTERVIEW SERIES: What you should say about classroom management in an interview: While you're in an interview, a principal is trying to get a sense or whether or not you'd be a good fit for their school. They'll want to know if your personality and teaching style would complement the culture of the school. This involves your... by Teachers Need Teachers

46 min listen

TnT 27 Laura Kebart reassures us that differentiation doesn't have to be difficult: All teachers know that they need to differentiate, but what does that look like in a classroom? During the planning stages? In real time? How can a teacher be expected to plan for students performing two grades below and those performing two... by Teachers Need Teachers

59 min listen

TnT 11 Scott Schwartz explains the advantages of using data for hiring: Hiring new teachers based on a resume and a gut feeling during an interview can sometimes result in someone who is a wrong fit for the school. Scott Schwartz describes the meticulous process his district uses to hire a great teacher every time, as... by Teachers Need Teachers

65 min listen

TnT 20 Mindset matters - how your mindset becomes your reality in the classroom: It's no secret that teaching is a rewarding but difficult job. Many teachers go into the career only to become overwhelmed, disillusioned, disheartened, and lost. Could have this been prevented? Possibly, but only if they had examined their own... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 36 Stop doing too much and take back your time by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 35 We need to let go of all of the 'shoulds': It’s not unusual for a teacher to suffer from a case of the “shoulds” – a ubiquitous and harmful affliction that affects ALL teachers (ok…everyone). When images of Pinterest-perfect classrooms and abundant sharing on social media are paired... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 42 How can you tell if your students are actually learning?: We often find ourselves slaving over creating lessons, only to feel deflated when it seems like our students didn't understand the lesson at all. What's going on? Is it the lesson? Is it us? Is it the students? How can you tell? Here are three aspects... by Teachers Need Teachers

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TnT 31 Ray Steinmetz reveals how to personalize math and make it meaningful to students: Math teachers are tasked with teaching students concepts that they'll use for life while also getting past students' fixed mindset of, "I hate math, and I suck at it." How can teachers keep students motivated and engaged in a Common Core world? Ray... by Teachers Need Teachers

49 min listen

TnT 33 You're cheating yourself when you let your students get away with not doing any work: Every teacher is faced with one or several students each year who just refuse to do any work. No matter what they try, these students slouch in their seats and avoid all attempts to produce any evidence of learning. Many teachers give up on these... by Teachers Need Teachers

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Ep 8: 6 revealing reasons why you didn't get that teaching job

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