5 ways to Become A Teacher Leader

The term “teacher leader” is used in education to describe any role that supports the growth of teachers. This may include role titles such as instructional coach, PD facilitator, subject area specialist, academic dean, administration, colleague mentor and even a cooperating teacher for student teachers. Regardless of the title, those who support the growth of…

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350: Evolving Classrooms with Dr. LaKimbre Brown

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Dr. LaKimbre Brown, an experienced educational leader and advocate for equity in schools, to explore the ever-changing landscape of education. Dr. Brown shares her insights on how schools are evolving to meet the diverse needs of today’s students, from shifting curriculums to addressing representation in both classrooms…

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5 Steps for Running Small Group Instruction

Small group instruction is a powerful way to provide intervention to struggling students. Intervention is a technique teachers use to interrupt the flow of instruction to lend aid to confused students. There are various reasons why a student could have a poor understanding. They could have gaps in their learning, instruction moved too quickly to…

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349: Driving Change with Kay Kelly

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with school psychologist Kay Kelly to explore her unique journey within the educational system and how she’s thinking outside the box to create real-world opportunities for students. Kay shares stories from her experiences in various school settings and how those shaped her passion for integrating mental health support…

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What to Expect as a New Teacher

Becoming a new teacher is exciting, but also overwhelming. There is so much to learn in a short amount of time. Each school or district has its own nuances one must learn in order to be successful. However, there are commonalities a new teacher faces no matter where or what they teach. This post will…

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3 Ways to Cultivate Quality Teaching and Learning

Cultivating quality teaching and learning is the main goal for school leaders. When instruction is appropriate and rigorous, then students are able to achieve at high levels. It’s a double benefit when we improve the quality of teaching and learning happening in classrooms. This post will reveal a three prong method for cultivating quality teaching…

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346: Teach and Lead with Pablo Munoz

In this episode, we sit down with educational leader Pablo Munoz to explore the heart of effective teaching and leadership. Pablo emphasizes that loving children is the foundation of successful teaching, sharing how genuine care and connection pave the way for impactful learning. He dives into what true educational leadership looks like—leading with purpose, integrity,…

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