Join me in this episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, where I share five achievable goals to help you start the year strong.

From creating an efficient weekly planning system to harnessing the power of AI for your class tasks, these strategies will simplify your workload and protect your time.

Ready to turn that multi-prep madness into a well-oiled machine? Hit play and let's get started!

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Ready to conquer those first days of school? In this episode, I've got tips on setting up your classroom, engaging icebreakers, and giving your students a sneak peek into what's ahead.

Let's kick off the new academic year with confidence and excitement.

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This episode is all about ways to introduce your syllabus, perfect for juggling multiple preps.

Whether you're new to a school or just want to spice things up, I've got practical tips to engage your students from the start.

Tune in for time-saving approaches to make the syllabus introduction a breeze and kickstart your school year with a bang!

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In this episode, I'm diving into some awesome teaching hacks that have saved my sanity over the years. From student conferences that foster meaningful connections to the magic of bell ringers for smoother classroom management, I've got you covered.

Plus, I'll share why proactive communication with parents can be a game-changer and how to harness the power of AI to lighten your workload.

Trust me, these tricks will help you not just survive, but thrive as a multiple prep teacher. So grab your coffee and get ready to revolutionize your teaching game with these practical tips.

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Hey there, secondary teachers! Feeling overwhelmed with the back-to-school buzz?

Join me on this episode as I share my process for prioritizing tasks and getting organized, especially for those first few weeks back.

From brain dumping all your to-dos to breaking them down into manageable chunks, and even delegating tasks to your students and TA's, I've got you covered.

Plus, I'll share a nifty online tool to help you break down those larger tasks into bite-sized pieces. So, grab your coffee and get ready to tackle the school year like a pro. Let's make this back-to-school transition smoother and set ourselves up for a successful year ahead.

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In this week's episode of The Secondary Teacher Podcast, I'm diving into the best way to structure lessons for high school personal finance in 90-minute blocks.

Whether you're a CTE teacher or just looking for some solid teaching strategies, I'll be sharing valuable insights that I've gathered over my 10 years of teaching, as well as my experience as an administrator.

I'll break down lesson plan templates and different class period structures, so you can reduce overwhelm and thrive in your classroom.

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In this episode, we'll dive into the challenges of balancing personal and professional life over winter break.

We'll tackle how to transition from the disillusionment phase to rejuvenation by setting healthy boundaries, like turning off those pesky work email notifications, and decluttering both your mind and space.

Plus, I'll share some tips on letting go of perfection and embracing grace as we enter the new semester.

Tune in for some practical advice and leave feeling ready to genuinely recharge! Don't forget to set your own boundaries and discover what brings you joy during this well-deserved break.

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As a multiple prep teacher myself, I know how hard it is to hit the brakes when there's always something to plan, grade, or tweak.

But guess what? You don't need to have next semester all mapped out by the end of the year!

In today's episode, we're diving into a simple system that'll help you reflect on the past semester, recharge your batteries, and strategically plan for what's to come—without your break feeling like more work.

We’re talking strategies, reflection questions, and goal-setting tips to keep you effective and energized, so tune in and let’s thrive together!

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