Even a short conversation with a negative colleague can be draining so I’m going to share 12 ways you can head off chronically complaining coworkers at the pass.

Perfectionism can manifest in lots of ways we might not recognize at first glance. Here's how it might be showing up for you.

As an educator, it often feels like no matter how much you do, it’s not enough, and there’s always something more expected.

I remember volunteering at my church’s Sunday School program many years ago and filling in as the assistant to one of the second grade Sunday School teachers. There were 29 kids in a very tiny, windowless classroom, and we were about to serve them animal crackers and juice. I had prepared 29 little portions plus … Continued

Using this article: https://thecornerstoneforteachers.com/truth-for-teachers-podcast/trauma-informed-teaching/ This is a WebQuest allowing students or professionals to explore Trauma-Informed Teaching, its best practices, and its benefits. *Also available in Google Docs format*

Even a short conversation with a negative colleague can be draining so I’m going to share 12 ways you can head off chronically complaining coworkers at the pass.

Here are some of the best K-12 education podcasts that I've found. If you like my Truth for Teachers podcast, I think you'll enjoy these, too.

You can use the workshop model with ANY age of students and ANY subject area. Jen’s going to do a deep dive into an ELA or reading workshop model.

The book is based on the classroom experiences of a diverse group of more than 70 teachers this past spring. I ask Doug to sum up their most important takeaways, the things that surprised him, and the best practical ideas that came out of these teachers’ experiences.

Teachers of varying grade levels discuss their differentiation mistakes and the pitfalls they think teachers should avoid as they look for ways to differentiate.

Angela Watson's teacher podcast, Truth for Teachers, is designed to speak life, encouragement, and truth into the minds and hearts of educators.

I'm giving you a solid foundation for understanding trauma-informed teaching practices and specific dos and don'ts to make it easier to navigate this in your classroom.

One time, I had two very difficult students in my class and that experience shaped my strategies for dealing with challenging behavior in the classroom forever.

Being a warm demander is about mutual respect, and making it clear from your tone and body language that student effort is non-negotiable and you believe in students’ ability to succeed.

This is for the teachers who are not okay. I know that we all have had enough bad news and this episode is not to dishearten the people who are making it work and staying optimistic in this confusing, frustrating time.

Betsy Potash of Spark Creativity and I talk about how to make teaching more enjoyable for introverted teachers.

In this week’s Truth for Teachers podcast: 3 things teachers can focus on to make a difference when teaching in high poverty schools. Today I’ve invited two current teachers onto my Truth for Teachers podcast to talk about what they’re doing with their students. This is something that I hope to do on the show more often … Continued

Is there a way to keep kids from eye rolling, teeth sucking, and muttering under their breath every time you give a direction?

Gain courage to focus on what matters most in teaching with Angela on The Balanced Educator Podcast. Fewer things, better.

If you're an educator who struggles with anxiety and feels like you’re drowning in work, here's an encouraging message you can replay anytime you're feeling anxious.

This article + podcast episode might get you a little angry and a little fired up about working conditions. Feel free to listen if that kind of experience feels helpful, or skip it for now if not. I have intentionally tried to avoid provoking rage, disillusionment, or talking about depressing topics on this podcast over … Continued

Overbearing and micromanaging parents can be incredibly stressful to work with, so here are some mindset shifts that will help protect your energy.

Is your desire to learn from and connect with other educators swallowing up more time than you intend?

Sometimes problems seem insurmountable. But what if you tried creating change for kids just one name at a time?

Dr. Ilana Nankin talks about Breathe For Change — a wellness program that helps teachers combat burnout and stress through yoga.

Here are some of the best K-12 education podcasts that I've found. If you like my Truth for Teachers podcast, I think you'll enjoy these, too.

Here are 5 things you can do to simplify prep for substitues plus done-for-you emergency sub plans for when you don't have time to prepare.

Practical tips for managing engagement, assessment, virtual station rotations, and more.

Most teachers I know have moments of anxiety during the first weeks of school. That's partly because of the sheer volume of things that need to be done to set yourself up for success and get systems in place.

I used to use “cognitive load” as a sort of shorthand for how mentally taxing a task may be. I was wrong. I’d say things like,“That task has too much cognitive load,” meaning I thought it was too difficult for students to do. Cognitive load seemed to be like weight in a cart, something to … Continued

Here are 5 things you can do to simplify prep for substitues plus done-for-you emergency sub plans for when you don't have time to prepare.

The Productivity Roundtable talks about time-saving tech strategies and digital organization tips for teachers.

We might not realize it but our automatic responses and choice of words can sometimes send the wrong message to our students -- here are 5 unhelpful things I've said to kids when I was in the classroom.

This week on the Truth for Teachers podcast: My guest will talk about the personalized learning model their school follows, specifically the flexible learning spaces and schedules. If you’re a regular listener of Truth for Teachers, you know I like to focus on very practical, actionable strategies that every person listening can implement. Today’s episode … Continued

How do you keep doing the work when your school climate is filled with a constant low-grade anxiety?

How to stay reflective on the WHY & avoid comparison

A simple and quick system to shut down your classroom for summer.

Can you really create ONE set of lessons that work face-to-face AND online?It's a challenge for sure — but I think this needs to be our goal for the 2020-2021 school year, and there are some emerging best practices that can help.

The flow of energy in a classroom is often one-way, with the teacher constantly giving and students sitting by as passive recipients. But kids can be your greatest motivator and energizer! Discover how to create a reciprocal energy flow through connecting with and enjoying your students. This post is based on the latest episode of my … Continued

Have you been wanting to try stations in your Secondary ELA classroom but aren't sure where to start? Read through this quick post where we share 8 station ideas and how to use them with your ELA students.

Yes, we’re talking about accommodations FOR TEACHERS… I recently asked educators on social media if neurodivergent staff were being offered any support, and folks had a LOT to say! In this article + podcast episode, I’ll share: What we mean when we talk about neurodivergence Why neurodivergence isn’t a deficiency, just a difference What teachers … Continued

You can break motivation barriers for disengaged students by recognizing that motivation is an investment decision. Students have time, attention, and effort, and they are making a decision every single day about whether they want to invest those things in our classrooms or in something else.