EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 19 MIN
240. How to Time Block Your Work Week
from Secondary Science Simplified™ · host Rebecca Joyner, High School Science Teacher
Do you feel like your planning period disappears before you've accomplished anything? In this episode, I share exactly how I would structure a 40-hour teacher workweek to stay productive, reduce overwhelm, and avoid bringing work home. You'll learn how a time audit can reveal where your hours are really going, plus practical strategies for time-blocking, batching grading and lesson prep, managing email, and setting boundaries that make teaching more sustainable.➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode240Resources Mentioned:Virtual PD BundleBalance Mini-CourseCore Values Mini-CourseDownload your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.Take the Free Labs When Limited virtual PD courseSend me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: [email protected] Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.Follow, rate, and comment on Spotify.Related Episodes and Blog Posts:Ep 62, 5 Ways to Instantly Make Your Planning Period More Productive Episode 77, 5 Myths You Might Believe About Your Work EmailEp 139, Sunday Scaries - How I Use Friday Planning to Prevent ThemEpisode 195, A Simple and Effective Process for Parent Communication With Guest Mandy Farrar
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Do you feel like your planning period disappears before you've accomplished anything? In this episode, I share exactly how I would structure a 40-hour teacher workweek to stay productive, reduce overwhelm, and avoid bringing work home. You'll learn how a time audit can reveal where your hours are really going, plus practical strategies for time-blocking, batching grading and lesson prep, managing email, and setting boundaries that make teaching more sustainable. ➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotr...
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