Teaching is too hard of a job to try to do alone. Every week join Susan, a veteran teacher, as she discusses the power of sharing in the workload by offering tips for organization, teaching strategies, classroom management, and more. If you are a primary teacher looking for help and motivation to survive the ups and downs of teaching, this podcast is for you. Visit http://sharedteaching.com/shared-teaching-podcast/ to find show notes and how to contribute to an episode.
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Kick off your school year with confidence and less stress! In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’ll share the top 5 back-to-school routines that save time, how to model and practice them so they stick, and simple ways to track student progress. Whether you’re a first or second grade teacher or just want smoother classroom management, these time-saving tips will help you start strong…
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Feeling overwhelmed during your prep periods? In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, Susan shares practical strategies to help you make the most of your teacher planning time so you can stop working late and start sticking to your contract hours. Learn how to create a weekly routine, batch tasks for maximum efficiency, and stay focused on what matters most. Whether you’re a new teacher or…
Back-to-school season is the perfect time to reflect and reset your intentions. In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I walk you through how to set realistic, purposeful goals that you’ll actually stick to all year. Whether you’re in the classroom or a support role, these ideas will help reduce burnout and increase your impact. BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES LINK:…
Feeling overwhelmed planning your writing block? In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I'll walk you through my tried-and-true system for creating student writing folders that build independence, boost organization, and streamline your teaching. Learn what to include in the folders, how to label and manage them, and clever storage tips to make them last all year long. Whether you're…
Feeling overwhelmed by your writing block? You’re not alone—and today’s episode is packed with answers! I’m sharing a recent conversation I had with Kelsey Sorensen on her Educate & Rejuvenate podcast, where we talked all about how to simplify your writing instruction, engage students with the writing process, and actually look forward to teaching writing again. Whether you're short on time,…
As the school year ends, it's the perfect time to refresh your classroom centers. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple system for evaluating what’s working, what needs to go, and how to plan for centers that support student learning all year long. From low-prep routines to student-centered planning, you’ll walk away with actionable ideas to make next year’s centers better than…
Teaching second grade can feel like a big leap—whether you’re brand new to the grade or just looking to make this your best year yet. In this episode, I’m sharing my top tips for starting the year strong, including how to set up your classroom, build meaningful routines, and support your students academically and emotionally. Plus, I’ll walk you through how I communicate with parents using a “What…
Ever feel like your classroom library starts off strong, then slowly slips into disorganized chaos? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing the classroom library system I’ve used for years that’s simple, low-maintenance, and totally manageable. Type A organizers are not required for this system to work! It’s all about helping students find and return books independently while keeping your…
You've reached the end of the school year which means it's the perfect time to reflect on your writing instruction in order to improve next year. In this episode, we'll go over some categories for reflection. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/writing-instruction-reflections/ In Today's Episode We'll Talk About: Why reflection is important The 4 key reflection areas: Mini…