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A Teacher’s Toolbox

by Ann Ranee’

A Teacher’s Toolbox provides weekly lessons and analogies that help teachers remain inspired and motivated to impact the lives of their students. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ann-raneeu2019/support

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Episodes

  1. Openness to Learn

    Ann Ranee’ returns after almost a year with the special episode about being open to learning. She also shares an original poem entitled “Chill… Netflix ain’t Real.”

  2. Tools to Survive a Year of Teaching in a Pandemic

    Ann Ranee’ discusses strategies that she used to help her teach during COVID-19. These strategies include leaning on co workers for support and several websites and applications that are awesome teaching tools!

  3. Interview with Ms. Sharkethia “KeKe” Johnson, Elementary School Teacher

    Ann Ranee interviews Sharkethia Johnson about her experience of teaching during the pandemic. This heartfelt episode touches on several topics that many educators are experiencing.

  4. Toolbox “Tea” with Ms. Kezekiel Schley, Early Childhood Educator, Author, and Entrepreneur

    Ann Ranee’ interviews her weekly guest and discusses the effects of Covid-19 in the classroom.

  5. Toolbox “Tea” with Roxanne Jarrett, Teacher, Podcast Host, and Friend of AnnRanee’

    Join Ann Ranee and guest, The Real Roxanne of MommyModeGo! Podcast, as they discuss teaching in the pandemic and The Real Roxanne leaves the weekly “tool” for the toolbox!

  6. Interview with Mr. Vincent Warner, Middle School Teacher and Coach

    Join Ann Ranee' and guest, Vincent Warner, a fellow school teacher, as they discuss the changes that they have experienced in the classroom during the 2020-2021 school year due to COVID-19. Ann Ranee' leaves us with a tool but so does Vincent!

  7. Why a Season of Interviews? & Utilizing Educational Websites and Platforms to Help Drive Instruction

    Ann Ranee’ explains why Season 2 has been devoted to interviewing others. She also discusses using helpful technological tools to help drive instruction in your schools & classrooms.

  8. Interview with Avah “Virtual Learning; Flexibility & Patience”

    Ann Ranee’ interviews her daughter, Avah and talks about virtual learning from a middle school student’s perspective.

  9. Welcome to Season 2! Give Yourself Time & Adjust!

    Ann Ranee’ discusses adjusting to the classroom and LIFE during the 2020-2021 school year.

  10. Stay Calm, Plan, and Push Through!

    In times of uncertainty, it is easy to become anxious and afraid. However, staying calm is necessary to planning for multiple outcomes and figuring out ways to push through!

  11. Relax...then Reroute!

    This is your life! You can reroute anytime that you want!

  12. Don’t Do It Because They Said It; Do It Because You Feel It!

    It is not our jobs to make others happy; it is our job to BE happy! Remember this bit of advice when you are tasked with making decisions that will impact your life.

  13. Special Episode: Teacher Appreciation Week

    Tune in as Ann Ranee’ honors her favorite teacher and how he impacted her life!

  14. Value Yourself and Build Valuable Relationships

    Concentrate more on who you are and who you want to be than what others think of you and keeping up with public perception!

  15. Accept People Just as they Are

    Don’t you want others to see you as the unique individual you are with all of the specific characteristics you want to share with the world? Well, be sure you’re accepting others as they are as well. Instead of telling others who they should be, find out who they desire to be and help them find...

  16. Take Care of Yourself Physically AND Mentally!

    Most of us have never dealt with anything close to what we are experiencing during this pandemic. This is another reason why it is imperative to take care of yourself both physically AND mentally!

  17. Celebrate Somebody Who Needs It

    It has to be hard to be the underdog. We all have different quirks and characteristics that make us unique. Some are endearing while others are offsetting but we are who we are and that’s ok! Try celebrating someone on your team who often goes unnoticed and watch their self confidence grow!

  18. Social Distancing = Self Assessing

    Use this time of social distancing to self assess. Find out what you really want out of life, have meaningful conversations, set goals, and make plans. We say we never have enough time... well now that you have it, what exactly are you doing with it?

  19. Planning in the Pandemic

    The state of our world is terrifying but you still must plan and set goals for your life and what’s to come!

  20. Mind Your Business!

    Be careful judging yourself based on what you see or think others are doing effectively. Find your own groove, follow rules, receive and apply feedback, and worry about you!

  21. Don’t Take it Personal!

    You can’t control other people’s actions. You only have the power to control your own actions and reactions to others. Be mindful that LIFE HAPPENS to everyone around you and if a person is behaving out of character, don’t always take it personal!

  22. You Cannot Save the World When You are Exhausted!

    We live in a “no days off” world and that is driving us into the ground at a faster rate! Take time to rest so that you can work at your full potential and be your best!

  23. We all Make Mistakes; Forgive Yourself and FLY!

    We all make poor decisions from time to time. We are human beings and in becoming experts, mistakes are made. Excellence is a habit which means it is a continuous process and you won't always get everything right. Growth can be uncomfortable. Don't allow poor decisions from the past dictate your...

  24. Remember the “Why”

    When you start to feel yourself getting burned out or overwhelmed at your job, remember why you are there!

  25. What the World Needs More of is...LOVE!

    It seems as though we are living in times that make it tough to tell others that we love them. Tell them you love them whenever you can. We never know if our interaction with a loved one is our last. The very last thing we would ever want is to spend our lives regretting not telling others how we...

  26. Learn to Lean (when you need to)

    Remember that although teachers teach students, they can also be your best line of defense and support systems as you seek to do what is best for your students and hit road blocks.

  27. Be Resilient

    Everyone won’t cheer for you, and that’s OK!

  28. Find Your Magic...and Use It!

    Did you know that teachers are modern day super heroes? We all have hidden powers and we have one of the most important jobs on this planet!

  29. Dreams, Purposes, and Passions in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

    This is a bonus episode in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. When you align your purpose, passion, and dream, amazing things will happen! (Bonus Tool)

  30. Your Personal Style Belongs at Work

    Do you feel like you’re losing yourself due to dress code policies at work? Tune in to receive a tool that can help you balance personal style and adhering to your district’s dress code policies.

  31. *Bonus Episode* Thanks for Your Support! *Bonus Tool*

    Here’s an extra tool for your toolbox in this bonus, “Thanks for your Support” episode!

  32. Allow Technology to Work in your Environment

    Have you ever been afraid that the increase in online learning and evolving technology may cost you your job as an educator? Tune in for a tool in using technology effectively in your environment!

  33. Don’t Just Chase Your Dreams, Be Sure to Catch Them!

    Listen to this special New Year’s Resolution Episode for helpful tools as you are setting out to make your dreams come true!

  34. Affect Them; Don’t Allow Them to Infect You!

    Do you work with people whose negative energy seems to drain the life out of you? There are ways to deal with them without being infected with their bad vibes!

  35. Plan to Plan

    It’s fine to use small portions of vacations and breaks to plan for your learning environment

  36. Connect BEFORE you Correct

    Building positive relationships with your students is a key component to being an effective teacher.

  37. Starting Over Everyday

    Ever feeling overwhelmed? Just wanna give up? Check out this tool and put it in your Teacher’s Toolbox!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A Teacher’s Toolbox provides weekly lessons and analogies that help teachers remain inspired and motivated to impact the lives of their students. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ann-raneeu2019/support

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Ann Ranee’

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How many episodes does A Teacher’s Toolbox have?

A Teacher’s Toolbox currently has 38 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is A Teacher’s Toolbox about?

A Teacher’s Toolbox provides weekly lessons and analogies that help teachers remain inspired and motivated to impact the lives of their students. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ann-raneeu2019/support

How often does A Teacher’s Toolbox release new episodes?

A Teacher’s Toolbox has 38 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts A Teacher’s Toolbox?

A Teacher’s Toolbox is created and hosted by Ann Ranee’.
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