The Present Teacher Podcast

The Present Teacher Podcast

Hosted by: Helena Hains

Helena Hains from The Present Teacher shares all of her simple and actionable classroom management, social emotional learning and teacher self-care strategies so you can thrive inside and out of the classroom as a...

Episodes

The Top 7 New Teacher Myths You Should Never Believe

Season #1 Episode #32

Send us a textThere are so many rumors and new teacher myths going around that just completely grind my gears. The problem is, oftentimes we don't know that these are myths and we spend years believing them (like I...
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From Surviving to Thriving: Tips for Teachers in End of the Year Survival Mode

Season #1 Episode #31

Send us a textFeeling burnt out as the school year comes to a close? In this week's podcast episode I get real with you on my first experience with Teacher Survival Mode at the end of the year. It got so bad in fact,...
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Teacher Interview Series Part 4: Top 10 Teacher Interview Questions and Sample Answers

Season #1 Episode #30

Send us a textI once had to answer 30 teacher interview questions in 20 minutes. I was so nervous because in the front office they gave me a piece of paper with 30 interview questions to practice before my interview....
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Teacher Interview Series Part 3: The Ultimate Guide to What to Bring to a Teacher Interview

Season #1 Episode #30

Send us a textWondering what to bring to a teacher interview? In this podcast interview I walk you through what you should bring to a teacher interview, and even a couple of things you should definitely not bring to...
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Teacher Interview Series Part 2: Ace Your Next Teacher Interview: How to Prepare Like a Pro

Season #1 Episode #29

Send us a textPreparing for a teacher interview can be nerve-wracking, but with the right approach, you can feel confident and ready to impress. From researching the school to practicing your answers, this podcast...
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Teacher Interview Series Part 1: 7 Teacher Interview Tips to Help Land Your Dream Job

Season #1 Episode #27

Send us a textAre you preparing for a teacher interview? Maybe you’re a teacher switching districts or a student teacher landing their first teaching job. Either way, figuring out how to land your dream job while...
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Building Community in the Classroom with Caitie Cupples

Season #1 Episode #24

Send us a textBuilding a classroom community you can be proud of can be difficult. In this week's episode, I interview Caitie Cupples on how to create a thriving classroom community you can be proud of. We cover...
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How to Build a Positive Classroom Community as a First-Year Teacher

Season #1 Episode #23

Send us a textCreating a positive classroom community as a first year teacher can be tough. You’re doing everything the experts say, but your students are still arguing with each other and not getting along for other...
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15 First Year Teacher Tips From Teachers Around the World

Season #1 Episode #22

Send us a textHave you ever wondered what you would say to yourself if you could go back in time and give yourself advice? Well that's what we are doing today. In this week's episode I ask 15 experienced teachers what...
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5 Key Strategies to Setting Up Classroom Procedures As a First Year Teacher

Season #1 Episode #21

Send us a textSetting up classroom procedures as a first year teacher can be exhausting. You’re trying all the advice your coworkers are giving you. Even trying new strategies you found online. But no matter how many...
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How to Handle Parent Teacher Conferences Like a Pro

Season #1 Episode #20

Send us a textLet's be honest, parent teacher conferences can be scary! Especially the first couple of times that you do them. That's why in this week's LIVE Q&A Wednesday I dive deep about tips that will help you...
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5 Strategies to Improve Classroom Management as a First Year Teacher

Season #1 Episode #19

Send us a textYou finally step into your classroom for the first time only to realize you have no idea how to have effective classroom management as a first year teacher. Sure, you may have taken some courses, read a...
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