I'm not a fan of instructional coaches. Honestly, it is because, in my almost 11 years of teaching, I've never had one that helped me grow as an educator. I know amazing coaches exist; I've…
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Keeping students engaged in a virtual classroom is a challenge, but it is possible. Our engagement level is making students excited to join our live lessons or thinking about skipping. While I don't have 100%… -
Teachers around the world are working harder than ever before. Some of us are struggling to learn new technology while delivering quality instruction. We are trying to figure out what to teach online and how… -
If I can vent to you real quick, COVID has destroyed my blogging plans. Last year, I made tons of back to school content that I planned to reuse this school year. When I created… -
I love reading to my students. When the schools were closed, this was the one thing I missed. Really missed. My first day of school is in a few weeks, and while I don't know… -
Did you know that Prodigy Game can be used to differentiate your instruction during guided math? I love using it as one of my math centers while I'm working with a small group. Prodigy gives… -
Prodigy Game is a completely free math program for students that you MUST use in your classroom this school year! I love using it as a way to differentiate instruction. Students are so focused on playing;… -
A school's culture can make or break a school. If you're looking for books to help you change the culture of your campus or if you're looking for books to keep the positive momentum going,… -
Hey teacher friends! This blog post is all about the tools and resources you need to help you create content your audience wants! Before we get started, I want you to know that this post… -
All teachers should have a specialty! One of my specialties is integrating technology in the classroom. A few years ago I became a Google Educator and an Apple Teacher. I’m currently perfecting interactive read alouds. … -
I don’t know about you, but a school’s culture is everything to me! It influences your happiness and your students’ success. If your searching for a new campus, listen to how you can get a… -
Are you looking for the teaching job of your dreams? Check out the video for tips to help you land the teaching job of your dreams. Grab the How to Land Your Dream Teaching Job… -
I'm a creative teacher. I'm always trying to figure out how to make my class more engaging. Lately, with everything going on, I still have that creativity flowing through me, but I'm choosing not to… -
Are you looking for a way to differentiate your reading class remotely? It is possible with Learning A-Z's Raz-Kids. If your school does not have a subscription, that's okay! The Learning A-Z family is offering… -
Virtual interviews have become more prevalent in the educational world, especially now. I did my first virtual interview in 2015; I was living in Chicago and was hoping to move back to Dallas. So, I… -
I haven't shared this with you all, but I'm a Google Certified Educator, Level 1. I love to integrate technology into my classroom. I once was the Digital Ambassador for my campus. Which meant I… -
There are tons of blog posts for first-year teachers, and I'm adding another one to the pile! There are so many things I wish I known when I first started teaching. The tips that are… -
The heartbreaking Netflix series The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez inspired this post. I just finished the episode that features his teacher and classmate. Although I have never lost a child from parental abuse, I’ve definitely… -
Do you love going to job fairs? I know they can be stressful, but they're the best way to practice your interviewing skills. A lot of people go into job fairs thinking that they are… -
This year I wanted to learn more about education outside of the professional learning at my district and school. I wanted to learn more about being a teacher that supported students' social and emotional needs.… -
Here and there, you'll have those parents that give you a hard time. Sometimes they have a reputation of being difficult, and other times your personalities don't match. One thing we have to keep in…
