New Teacher Talk

Anna Quinzio-Zafran and Elizabeth Wilkins
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Are you a new teacher in an urban, suburban, or rural school? Or, are you an aspiring new teacher? We’re here to support YOU! This podcast channel is designed to help those new to teaching. We talk about the most common challenges educators face and how to find answers. On this channel, you will find a community of support as well as on our associated social media platforms: Instagram and BlueSky - @NewTeacherTalk.

  1. قبل ٣ أيام

    Ep 161: Mistake-Friendly Classrooms Build a Culture Where Errors Fuel Growth

    2 of 3 in Series Ready to revolutionize how you handle student mistakes? Join us as education professor Ken King from Aurora University shares game-changing strategies for transforming those "wrong" answers into powerful learning moments! This is another episode in Dr. King’s series on brain-based teaching. Discover why students get frustrated with mistakes and learn the fascinating brain science behind productive struggle. Ken introduces practical tools like "my favorite no" and talk moves that will help you create a classroom culture where mistakes become stepping stones to deeper understanding. Whether you're a first-year teacher or a seasoned educator, you'll walk away with concrete strategies to normalize mistakes, promote resilience, and build the growth mindset your students need to thrive. Check out New Teacher Talk Episode #69. Dr. King’s alludes to this episode where he discusses the concept of Talk Moves. #NewTeacherTalk #GrowthMindset #ProductiveStruggle #ClassroomCulture #TeacherTips #StudentLearning #MistakeBasedLearning #EducationPodcast #TeachingStrategies #NewTeachers #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherLife #LearningScience

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  2. قبل ٥ أيام

    Ep 160: The Power of the Pause: Wait Time Part 1

    Transform your classroom discussions with the power of pause! Join Dr. Monica Boehle, Associate Director of Curriculum and former social studies teacher, as she explores "wait time",  the simple yet revolutionary 3-5 second pause that can dramatically improve student engagement and learning outcomes. Discover why this research-backed practice, proven effective since the 1970s, is often overlooked and how it can ensure every student's voice is heard. Monica breaks down the barriers that prevent teachers from implementing wait time, from time distortion to fear of silence, and provides practical strategies you can use immediately in your classroom. Whether you're looking to engage introverted students, support learners with different processing speeds, or simply create more inclusive classroom discussions, this episode offers concrete tools and techniques that make a real difference. Perfect for educators at all levels who want to move beyond rapid-fire questioning to meaningful, thoughtful dialogue. #WaitTime #TeachingStrategies #EducationPodcast #ClassroomManagement #StudentEngagement #InclusiveEducation #TeacherTips #EducationalResearch #QuestioningTechniques #TeacherProfessionalDevelopment

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  3. ٨ أكتوبر

    Ep 159: Using AI to Turn Professional Development into Classroom Gold

    Join us for an inspiring conversation with Josh Amstutz, a high school math teacher from Cincinnati, Ohio, who discovered how to break out of survival mode and maximize professional growth opportunities. After participating in the transformative Transatlantic Outreach Program in Germany, Josh faced a common challenge: how to organize and actually use all the valuable information he'd collected. His solution? Creating a personalized AI chatbot using Gemini to store, process, and generate classroom materials from his fellowship experiences. Josh shares his four-step approach to effective AI prompting and demonstrates how this technology has saved him hours weekly while helping him implement innovative energy education concepts and wind turbine statistics in his math classes. Beyond his German fellowship, Josh reveals how he's expanded this approach to create multiple specialized chatbots for mindfulness activities, conference presentations, and more. He'll share a treasure trove of 40-50 fellowship opportunities for teachers and provide practical resources on AI prompting and chatbot creation. Whether you're struggling to move beyond day-to-day survival or looking to become an innovative leader in your district, this episode offers concrete strategies for organizing your professional growth and maximizing learning opportunities through smart technology. Link to Josh Amstuz’s Padlet Hashtags: #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherLeadership #AIinEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherGrowth #EdTech #MathEducation #TeacherFellowships #EducationInnovation #TeacherResources #ClassroomTechnology #TeacherPodcast #EducationPodcast

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  4. ٦ أكتوبر

    Ep 158: Surviving October: Essential Time Management and Burnout Prevention for New Teachers

    Join third-year English teacher Abby Bartle from Oswego High School as she shares hard-earned wisdom about navigating your first year of teaching. Drawing from her own experience with second-year burnout, Abby provides practical strategies for managing overwhelming workloads and maintaining your sanity during the challenging October slump. In this episode, you'll discover Abby's game-changing three-category to-do list system, effective grading management techniques, and tips for making the most of your prep periods. She also covers essential survival strategies including how to prepare for parent-teacher conferences, handle administrator observations with confidence, and build supportive relationships with colleagues. Whether you're drowning in lesson plans or struggling to find work-life balance, this episode offers actionable advice to help you not just survive, but thrive in your teaching career. Remember: it does get easier with time and experience. #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherBurnout #TimeManagement #NewTeachers #TeachingTips #WorkLifeBalance #TeacherWellness #EducationPodcast #TeacherSupport #FirstYearTeaching #TeacherStress #ProfessionalDevelopment

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  5. ١ أكتوبر

    Ep 157: Two Teachers, One Classroom: Your Complete Guide to Co-Teaching That Actually Works

    Join Nicole Heaver (middle school STEM teacher) and Joanie Thrush (5th/6th grade teacher) from Central Intermediate School in Ottawa, Illinois, as they share their combined 35+ years of co-teaching wisdom. With Nicole's 8 years co-teaching special education and 6 years with science teachers, plus Joanie's 15+ years in reading, math, and science co-teaching, these hosts know what really works. Discover the 5 essential strategies that transform co-teaching from chaos to collaboration: mastering different communication styles, respecting diverse teaching approaches, defining clear roles, embracing flexibility when students (and life) throw curveballs, and creating physical space that shows students you're truly partners. Whether you're new to co-teaching or looking to strengthen existing partnerships, this episode delivers practical, field-tested advice from educators who've navigated every co-teaching challenge imaginable. #NewTeacherTalk #CoTeaching #TeacherPartnership #EducationPodcast #TeachingTips #ClassroomManagement #SpecialEducation #STEMEducation #TeacherCollaboration #MiddleSchool #ElementaryEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment

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  6. ٢٩ سبتمبر

    Ep 156: Who You Know Matters: Building Your Support Squad as a New Teacher

    Dr. Beth and Dr. Anna tackle one of the biggest challenges facing new educators: the overwhelming isolation that can derail promising teaching careers. In this essential episode, they break down exactly who you need in your professional support network and how to find them. From identifying mentor teachers who truly align with your values to leveraging instructional coaches without fear of judgment, the hosts provide a roadmap for building meaningful professional relationships. They dive deep into connecting with day-to-day team members who know the unwritten rules, building bridges with administrators, and tapping into support staff like counselors and social workers who understand your students' needs. The conversation expands beyond your school walls, exploring how social media platforms, professional organizations, and unions can provide ongoing support, professional development, and advocacy. Dr. Anna offers special insights for international teachers seeking culturally responsive mentorship, while Dr. Beth shares personal strategies that transformed her relationships with administrators. Remember: You don't need to know everything—you just need to know who to ask. This episode will help you identify those crucial people and build the support system that will sustain your teaching career. #NewTeacherTalk #TeacherSupport #Mentorship #NewTeachers #EducationPodcast #TeachingCommunity #ProfessionalDevelopment #TeacherMentors #EducatorNetwork #TeachingAdvice #ClassroomSupport

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  7. ٢٤ سبتمبر

    Ep 155: Building Classroom Community Through Meaningful Student Connections

    In this episode of New Teacher Talk, we invite Keon Ruiter, a dedicated second-grade teacher with 18 years of experience at Maria Sanchez Elementary School, to share his time-tested approach to classroom management through relationship building. Keon reveals how positive connections with students and families create the foundation for everything else that happens in the classroom. From the moment students arrive, he demonstrates how simple door greetings can set the tone for the entire day while providing valuable insights into each child's emotional state. Discover the power of morning meetings as Keon walks us through his straightforward structure that builds classroom community and supports social-emotional learning. Learn how to create collaborative "respect agreements" with your students that cover student-to-student, student-to-teacher, teacher-to-student, and environment interactions, plus how to adapt these agreements for today's technology-rich classrooms. Keon shares practical family engagement strategies, including the beloved "all about me bag" activity that serves as a perfect first homework assignment while helping teachers learn about their students' interests and backgrounds. He also discusses effective communication techniques for building positive relationships with families, from dismissal-time interactions to using apps for sharing good news. The episode concludes with Keon's innovative "chance slip" system for positive reinforcement, showing how non-material rewards can motivate students while reinforcing classroom expectations. Whether you're a new teacher looking to establish strong classroom management from day one or a veteran educator seeking fresh relationship-building strategies, this episode offers practical, proven techniques that will transform your classroom community. Keon's approach proves that when students feel safe, supported, and valued, both learning and positive behavior naturally flourish. #ClassroomCommunity #RelationshipDrivenTeaching #PositiveClassroomManagemetn #EducationTips #Newteachertips #newteachers #newteachertalk #podcast

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  8. ٢٢ سبتمبر

    Ep 154: Making PBL Work: Sustainable Project-Based Learning with Brad Sever

    Join us for an essential conversation with Brad Sever, assistant principal and PBL expert, as he breaks down the secrets to making project-based learning sustainable in your classroom. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by PBL or wondered how to make it work long-term, this episode is for you. Brad takes us through the seven "gold standard" design elements of project-based learning as defined by PBLWorks: challenging problems with driving questions, student voice and choice, authenticity, reflection, critique and revision, sustained inquiry, and public culminating products. But here's the game-changer – he shows us how to make these elements sustainable through his innovative SPBL (Sustainable Project-Based Learning) approach. Discover Brad's practical five-step implementation process that integrates social-emotional learning and teacher action research within collaborative teams. Learn how to plan units with clear standards alignment, develop assessments that capture surface, deep, and transfer learning, and establish team goals that actually stick. New to PBL? Brad shares four essential reflective questions that any teacher team can start with today. Feeling overwhelmed by all seven design elements? Learn his brilliant "stereo equalizer" approach that lets you adjust each element based on your readiness, your students' needs, and your specific unit. This isn't just theory, it's a roadmap for creating powerful, authentic learning experiences that engage students while remaining manageable for teachers. Whether you're a PBL newcomer or veteran looking to refine your approach, you'll walk away with concrete strategies and renewed confidence. Brad’s Website: https://perseveranceeducation.com/ #ProjectBasedLearning #PBL #TeacherProfessionalDevelopment #EducationalLeadership #StudentEngagement #AuthenticLearning #TeacherCollaboration #EducationPodcast #NewTeachers #SustainablePBL #TeachingStrategies #StudentVoice #EducationalInnovation #ClassroomManagement #TeacherSupport

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Are you a new teacher in an urban, suburban, or rural school? Or, are you an aspiring new teacher? We’re here to support YOU! This podcast channel is designed to help those new to teaching. We talk about the most common challenges educators face and how to find answers. On this channel, you will find a community of support as well as on our associated social media platforms: Instagram and BlueSky - @NewTeacherTalk.

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    Anna Quinzio-Zafran and Elizabeth Wilkins
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