NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest, educator, host, and advocate.Topics include:Welcome to The Aspiring Ed PodSquad Podcast Live at TCNJThank-yous and shout-outsWelcome to our guest, Nicholas FerroniNicholas Ferroni introductionWhat lead you into the field of education?What inspired you to get involved in advocacy and sharing on social media as a teacher?Issues in our education system and their impact on teachingAdvice for Aspiring Educators who wants to advocate but fears pushbackWhen you started posting on social media as a teacher, did you work with your school administration?What do you want the American public better understood about the experience of educators?Things Aspiring Educators should be prepared for but haven't experienced yetEvery student needs someone at school they can turn to for supportPositive, memorable moments you've had at school with your studentsSomething you do in your classroom that you'd sell tickets toThe most important thing you learned from a cooperating teacher that you still value todayWhen entering a school community, observe colleagues' classes to better understand the environmentAdvice for Aspiring EducatorsThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Nicholas FerroniSpecial thanks to TCNJNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #New Jersey

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest, Aryana Angel Jharia, President of Aspiring Educators of Michigan President.Topics include:Aryana Angel Jharia is our guestAn experience or person that initially inspired you to enter the field of educationImportance of representation in curriculumHow should students better engage with and connect to literature?What inspired your passion for guiding students toward a spiritual approach to literature?The difference and overlap between religion and spiritualityAre other English teachers using this approach and has there been any pushback?Advice for educators interested in this approach but worried about accusations of indoctrinationHealing is connected to history, students, and the traits of white supremacy present in the classroomLongitudinal study tracking students to see if spiritual education boosts performanceHow do rest and self-care connect to healing, history, and students' well-being?Making time for self-care in your scheduleRecommended further reading about spirituality in education and books to use as classroom resourcesTaking a spiritual approach in the classroom creates equityThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Aryana Angel JhariaNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #New Jersey

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guests Jamie Wanko and Joe Vitale Co-Hosts of The Balancing Act Podcast.Topics include:An experience or person that initially inspired you to enter the field of educationBefore choosing education, was there a time you saw yourself in another field?There's no single path into education and you can have changes in your careerOver the years in the field, your biggest challenge and how you overcame itWhat advice would you give to ease the fears of future educators?Great teachers are flexible with whatever comes their wayWhat would you sell tickets to in your classroom?What is The Balancing Act Podcast?If you're ready to start a new project, don't be afraid to take the leapIf you could invite anyone as a guest on your show, who would it be?What advice would you give to an aspiring educator interested in media production?Please visit thebalancingactpod.com for part two of the conversationThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guests, Jamie Wanko and Joe VitaleCheck out the episode with Chelsea and Bianca over on The Balancing Act Podcast!  The conversation continues there about the state of teaching education today as well as the excitement that we have as we enter the classroom.  (you can change this to whatever you might want to say).Links to the episode can be found below.  Be sure to give the Balancing Act a follow!The Balancing Act website https://www.thebalancingactpod.com/Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-balancing-act/id1698768083Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4l3U0nLtjUjl0iuRTJ8yxN?si=6cc877e058264227Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@PodTheBalancingActTiktokThe Balancing Act PodcastInstagram@podthebalancingactNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #New Jersey

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Francine Pfeffer who is the NJEA Associate Director of Government Relations.Topics include:Francine Pfeffer is our guestAn experience as a history teacher or librarian that reminded you why you chose educationWhat's happening in politics that concerns Aspiring Educators?What past and current legislation affects Aspiring Educators?Ways Aspiring Educators can get involvedNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #New Jersey

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Matthew Yuro, NJAEA Vice President and NEA Board of Director.Topics include:Matthew Yuro is our guestWhat made you want to pursue a career in education?How you first became involved with NJEA?Most impactful union experienceExplain your position and roles as an NEA Board Director, and what inspired you to pursue itExplain your lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C. alongside senators and legislatorsA good starting point and advice for someone interested in union involvementAfter graduating from TCNJ, what is your biggest aspiration or goal?Thank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Matthew YuroNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #nea#neaaspiringed#MatthewYuro

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Antonio Castanon Luna, Manager of NJEA Human and Civil Rights, Equity, and GovernanceTopics include:Antonio Castanon Luna is our guestShare your background and education journeyAdvice for someone considering becoming an educatorThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Antonio Castanon LunaNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #NJEAConvention

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Sean Spiller, President of the NJEA and a New Jersey gubernatorial candidate.Topics include:Sean Spiller is our guestShare your background and what inspired you to become an educatorWhat made you shift to a career into education?How long after becoming an educator did you get involved in the union?What makes unions so important for educators?How can the Aspiring Educators Program be more engaged?What inspired your decision to run for governor?What was it like growing up as an immigrant?Students reaching out since becoming union president and announcing your campaign for governorWhat sets you apart from other New Jersey gubernatorial candidates?If elected, how do you plan to support Aspiring Educators?What's your vision for engaging students in college prep programs?How can Aspiring Educators get involved in the Spiller for Governor campaign?What advice do you have for future educators considering a path into politics?Sean Spiller signs a copy of his NJEA Review coverThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Sean SpillerNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast#2025#newjersey#publiceducation#education#njea#AspiringEd#NJAEA#audible#newpodcastalert#newpodcast#learning#knowledge#njea#selfcare#education#Aspiringed#seanspiller#governor#PodcastInterview#InspiringVoices#RealConversations#EducationMatters#LeadershipJourney#UnionStrong#FromTeacherToLeader#EducatorsOfTomorrow#TeacherLife#CareerSwitchStory#EducationJourney#FutureEducators#UnionPower#StrongerTogether#LaborLeadership#NJEA#TeacherUnion#SeanSpiller#NJGovernorRace#PoliticsWithPurpose#PowerOfThePeople#RunForGovernor#ImmigrantVoices#JamaicanAmerican#DiversityInLeadership#EducationEquity#RepresentationMatters#PositiveAndInspiringPodcast#AspiringEducators#InspiringPodcast#StudentVoices #YoungEducatorsUnite

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Anna Smith who is an elementary school teacher in Trenton New Jersey.Topics include:Anna Smith is our guestA moment that inspired you to pursue a career in educationA moment working at a school that reminded you why you became an educatorThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Anna SmithNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guests Alililah Adams-Killings, Aspiring Educator, UCNJ - Early Childhood Education Major and Kahlilah Adams, Early Childhood Educator.Topics include:Alililah Adams-Killings and Kahlilah Adams are our guestsMost exciting part of starting your journey into educationEducators finding their place when entering a new school district or communityEntering education means joining a familyThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guests, Alililah Adams-Killings and Kahlilah AdamsThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Hannah St. ClairPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #NJEAConvention

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Ane Roseborough Eberhard who is the Commissioner of the New Jersey Amistad Commission.Topics include:Ane Roseborough-Eberhard is our guestTeaching career highlight and its lessonAdvice for someone leaving educationThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Ane Roseborough-EberhardNJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #NJEAConvention #amistad

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Liane Stone-Ingalls who is a 8th Grade ELA Teacher and author.Topics include:Members at NJEA Convention sharing advice for aspiring educatorsLiane Stone-Ingalls is our guestInfluential teacher or mentor shaping your teachingGuidance for new educators on finding their place in a school or districtThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Liane Stone-IngallsPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #NEA #aspiringed #NEA

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Liane Stone-Ingalls who is a 8th Grade ELA Teacher and author.Topics include:Members at NJEA Convention sharing advice for aspiring educatorsLiane Stone-Ingalls is our guestInfluential teacher or mentor shaping your teachingGuidance for new educators on finding their place in a school or districtThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Liane Stone-IngallsPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #NJEAConvention

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Tyeisha Jefferies who is a 3rd Grade Teacher, NJEA OD Consultant and MOC member.Topics include:Tyeisha Jefferies is our guestTyeisha's Teaching journey and role at NJEAInvolvement in NJEA and MOC and the journey within the unionHow MOC was foundedMOC open to members interested in getting involvedTo join MOC, text "MOC" to 80877 and follow @NJEAMOC on Facebook and _NJEAMOC on InstagramMOC is about inclusivityMOC eventsHow to get involved with MOCMOC's growth and future projectsThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Tyeisha JefferiesPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #moc #affinitygroup

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This is part of a series of Motivational Monday episodes.Topics include:Ask us a fun question to answer on Instagram @NJAEA_Does NJAEA have a mascot?Introducing the new Aspiring Ed PodSquad setWhy did you join NJAEA?Where do you get your Squishmallows from?Thank you for watching and catch us next Motivational MondayPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #motivational #selfcare #education #music #musicalmondays

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest NJEA SOGI Committee Chair, Chris Cannella.Topics include:The harms that book banning and censorship has on studentsAdvocacy tips for educators challenging district policiesSOGI Committee Aspiring Ed repBanned books and Moms for Liberty and state board of education meetingsNon-tenured aspiring educators: navigating censorship and advocating for changeAspiring educators using union resources for support in challenging situationsInclusive teaching and navigating book bans in the classroomIntegrating inclusive history into lesson plansCivil rights landmark Supreme Court casesLGBTQ History MonthYour vote mattersHow aspiring educators can actively engage in SOGI advocacyNJEA Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference, May 9-10njea.org/eventsContact Chris Cannella [email protected] you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Chris CannellaPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #lgbtq #sogi #bookban

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This is part of a series of Motivational Monday episodes.Topics include:Musical Motivational MondayChris plays a song on the Casio keyboardBianca plays a song on the Casio keyboardChelsea plays a song on the Casio keyboardChelsea is listening to the Grease soundtrackBianca is listening to Una Velita by Bad BunnyBianca is listening to I Love You, I'm Sorry by Gracie AbramsIncorporate music into your day and future classroomTry learning how to play musicThank you for watching and catch us next Motivational MondayPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #motivational #selfcare #education #music #musicalmondays

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest NJREA President, Joan Wright.Topics include:Joan Wright is our guestWhat does your teaching journey look like?What was your classroom experience like when you first started teaching?Social emotional learningGoing into the field of educationThe impact an educator has on their studentsAs NJREA President, what issues do you continue to advocate for?Pension benefits for educatorsSupporting aspiring educators going into the fieldHow aspiring educators can support Sean Spiller's gubernatorial campaignThe most important thing an educator can do in today's classroomThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Joan WrightPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This is part of a series of Motivational Monday episodes.Topics include:What empowers us and Influential educators who Inspired usChelsea's socks are inspiringInfluential educators who Inspired usAn inspiring aspiring educatorInfluential educators who Inspired usThink about who inspires or motivates youThank you for watching and catch us next Motivational MondayPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #motivational #selfcare #education

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This episode features guest Dr. Kim Pinckney.Topics include:Dr. Kim Pinckney's role coordinating the NJEA ConsortiumDr. Kim Pinckney's educational journeyWhat brought you to New Jersey?Recruitment and retention of minority educatorsDiversity in foreign language teaching departmentsEffects on students without relatable teacher representationVisibility and the impact of hidden messages in representationEffects of a lack of teacher and material representation on students, especially in less diverse schoolsImpact of New Jersey Curriculum Representation Mandates on EducationPrioritizing voices in NJ curriculum across mandatesLearning through the oral history and storytelling of underrepresented voicesGoals of NJEA ConsortiumInvolvement of Aspiring Educators and Retirees in the NJEA ConsortiumThank you for watching, and special thanks to our guest, Dr. Kim PinckneyPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #selfcare #education #Aspiringed #consortium

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for aspiring educators.This is the eighth in a series of Motivational Monday episodesTopics include:Shout-outs to NJAEA local chapters throughout the stateShout-out to Kylie from Kean OceanShout-out to Olivia, Holly and Annette from Kean OceanShout-out to Sam and Michael Ann from Stockton UniversityShout-out to Matt, Chelsea, Max, Catherine, Cara, Isabella, and Nicole from SNJEA at TCNJShout-out to Christina and Caitlin at Georgian Court UniversityShout-out to all NJAEA local chaptersGo out and experience the NJAEA communityPlease visit: https://www.njea.org/njaea for more info.NJ Aspiring Educators AssociationAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, the NJ Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA - formerly NJEA Preservice) is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJAEA aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2025 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #AspiringEd #NJAEA #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #motivational #selfcare #education

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Linda Miller a speech therapist in Jersey City. Featured topics for this episode: Linda Miller's background in speech therapy Experience leading to a focus on time management strategies for educators Expressing to colleagues that you are overwhelmed and overworked Picking up on warning signs of feeling overwhelmed and overworked Saying no and setting a boundary with colleagues Figuring out how to prioritize your schedule Consider your role's duties and write them out Using online tools and pen and paper to stay organized Creating a task to-do list Creating a task achievement list Using stickers in your planner for a bit of joy Set the tone for your space Find something you like to do for fun Saying yes to yourself Do a time audit Unplugging from technology Practice using strategies and tools in school Know your why Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #speechtherapy #asl #todolist

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the eighth in a series of Motivational Monday episodes Topics include: One month isn’t enough for our history Celebrating multiculturalism in the classroom all year Student project highlighting their individual cultures Collaborating with fellow educators on multicultural projects The intersection of human history and math Classroom bookcase with district policy displayed Empowering students as local community advocates Educational benefits of school trips Viewing education and teaching holistically Celebrating multiculturalism in the classroom all year Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational #selfcare #Celebratingmulticulturalism #education #classroom #humanhistory #classroombookcase #empoweringstudents #communityadvocacy #schooltrips #teachingholistically

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators.Featured in this episode is Chris Cannella a Social Studies teacher from Essex county, NJ and the chair of the NJEA SOGI CommitteeFeatured topics for this episode:Chair of NJEA SOGI Committee, Chris Cannella is our guestChris Cannella's background in educationPerforming 'The Laramie Project' at Cedar Grove High SchoolStudents at Cedar Grove High School stand up to save their performance of 'The Prom'The enormous importance of ensuring the show goes onThe NJEA Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity CommitteeNJEA Carol Watcher LGBTQIA+ Advocacy ConferenceJersey Pride Parade and FestivalThe NJEA Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity CommitteeLGBTQIA+ advocacyLGBTQ+ inclusive curriculumsTeaching an LGBTQ+ inclusive lessonInclusion of LGBTQ+ curriculum in educationSchool systems improving visibility of LGBTO+ studentsInstitutional lovelessness in educationImpacts of school suppression of student's Identity expressionOptimal support for a student sharing struggles with identityCreating inclusive lesson plansLGBTO+ pride visibility in the classroomIndirectly asking students their pronounsThank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD!Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info.NJEA PreserviceAs NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA.#podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #lgbtqia #sogi #inclusiveeducation #LGBTQ+ curriculum #pronouns

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the seventh in a series of Motivational Monday episodes (Musical Monday part 2). Topics include: Musical Monday J. Cole - Snow On Tha Bluff BLACKPINK - Pink Venom Alicia Keys - Girl On Fire Pharrell Williams - Happy Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational #selfcare #music #musicalmonday

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Social Studies teacher at Monmouth Regional high school and the 2023-2024 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Featured topics for this episode: 2023-2024 STOY, Joseph Nappi is our guest Becoming an educator and guidance into the profession Enhanced Middle School / High School experience Building relationships with students Advocating for student diagnoses Educators forming their own opinions about students Showing your students respect and treating them as individuals Representing your students in the curriculum Importance of students seeing themselves in the curriculum Favorite lesson presented Knowing when you are intentionally being misled Educators developing digital literacy lessons Students bringing posts that they see on social media Discussing social media content with students Empowering students as agents of change in their community Students feeling connected to the cause Be a problem solver fixing what’s around you Giving students power and initiative in the classroom Giving students avenues for feedback Classroom assessment types Encourage students that are typically shy to participate Empower reserved students to engage actively in participation Challenging teaching moments Difficult conversations in the classroom Controlling classroom climate Educator self-care Lessons learned from students Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #joenappi#stoy

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the sixth in a series of Motivational Monday episodes (Musical Monday. Topics include: Musical Monday Feel good music Jennifer Lopez - Let's Get Loud Kool & The Gang - Celebration Outkry - Key West Aretha Franklin - Respect Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational #selfcare #music #musicalmonday

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Hannah Pawlak, an English & Special Ed Teacher / NJEA Consultant for Organizational Development Featured topics for this episode: Figuring out which school districts to apply Asking to observe a school prior to applying Resources to determine which school is the best fit Attend a district board of education meetings Using Applitrack to apply to different schools How employers see your teaching portfolio Online portfolios via Linkedin Mini-portfolios Online portfolios preferred What to add to your teaching portfolio Present yourself professionally Switching your school district Determine why a district is not working for you Negotiating within your contract Getting involved in school opportunities NJEA Early Career Network Getting involved and finding opportunities within the union Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #teacherburnout #educator #classroom #jobinterview #resume #mastersdegree #interviewquestions #phd #extracurricular #demo lesson

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the fifth in a series of Motivational Monday episodes. Topics include: Motivational Monday to help shift your perspective Story about an interaction between Benjamin Franklin and George Washington George Washington’s chair with a painted sun picture Poem about our nation being founded with the idea of democratic government Our education system in not a setting sun Increasing multiculturalism in our curriculum Treating our students and community members equally Our education system is a rising sun because there is so much hope Responsibility educators hold raise train and educate future generations Educators’ self-reflection about their students interacting with a diverse population Always questioning your own and others' practices and speaking up about wrongdoing Choosing to see the field of education as a rising sun Keeping a positive attitude about the future for you and your students Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational #selfcare #music #outside #meals #taketime #benjaminfranklin #georgewashington #njea #curriculum

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Hannah Pawlak, an English & Special Ed Teacher / NJEA Consultant for Organizational Development Featured topics for this episode: Applying to school districts Typical resume structure How many resume pages Including your picture on resume Visual appeal of resume Adding color to resume Bringing your resume Resume sections Listing skills Talking about skills during interview Bullet point examples of accomplishments Resume location of broad experiences Including bullet point numbers Participating in Greek life Everything on resume strategic Referencing your resume Appearance of NJEA Preservice on resume Including non-major related roles Including professional development opportunities Including certificates in your portfolio Including scholarships on your resume How far back should you include What do school districts view as a strength? What school districts view as a strength overall Application similar to common app Supplemental questions When to start an application for working in the Fall When should I begin my job application process for the fall?" Sub cert on resume Research to determine if a school or district is a good fit Phrasing questions positively when researching a school or district Reaching out to NJEA Preservice to connect with local associations Edit and revise your resume and application and tailor it to your district Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #teacherburnout #educator #classroom #jobinterview #resume #mastersdegree #interviewquestions #phd #extracurricular

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the fourth in a series of Motivational Monday episodes. Topics include: Join your local chapter of NJEA Preservice at your school Motivational Image Equipping yourself for the most successful day & weak you can have Getting enough sleep Don’t skip meals Bring a snack Transitioning between different periods throughout the day Take time before class to ground yourself Be on the same page about self-care with colleagues Bring your class outside Build a boundary between your work and home life Contact AID-NJEA for support, information and resources  telephone support, information and resources for school employees experiencing some distress in their work or personal lives. Using music as self-care inside and outside the classroom Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational #selfcare #music #outside #meals #taketime

This podcast is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Hannah Pawlak, an English & Special Ed Teacher / NJEA Consultant for Organizational Development Featured topics for this episode: Educator, Hannah Pawlak is our guest The interview process District interview committee Unpacking the ‘tell me about yourself' interview question Including personal interests in your resume Including clubs and activities in your resume Benefits of a Master’s degree Resume deciding factor Demo lesson Responding to the ‘Do you have any questions for us' interview question Asking questions about the school community Best advice when preparing for interviews Be yourself during interviews Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #teacherburnout #educator #classroom #jobinterview #resume #mastersdegree #interviewquestions #phd #extracurricular

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the third in a series of Motivational Monday episodes. Topics include: Motivation to become a change maker in you local community and school Question norms in the students’ best interest Pushing back fear of change to initiate new standards Responsible ways for educators to make change Responsible ways for educators to make change in your school or district Organizing and making change starts from the grassroots Research current school initiatives Read state and district policies Having collaborative and collective voice with community Creating a support system of colleagues NJEA Preservice leading the way and creating positive change Being part of your Union can be a good platform to make change Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #beyourself #changemakers #motivational

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Featured in this episode is Olivia Haas, a second year, high school math teacher. Featured topics for this episode: Olivia Haas, second year educator Enhanced educator experience from involvement with extracurricular activities Typical day of an educator Time to yourself before class Class periods A routine that helps organize your day Self-care practices outside the classroom Emphasizing and practicing self-care in your classroom Preservice educators setting a boundary with the school and classroom Don’t take yourself too seriously Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #teacherburnout #educator #classroom #stressball #organization #mentoring #settingboundaries #extracurricular

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. This is the second in a series of Motivational Monday episodes. Topics include: bring you energy to the classroom and always stay true to who you are, a poem by Shel Silverstein, being true to who you are and your positionally in the world, students want to see you for you, being yourself builds a close and strong relationship with students , and being personable with students builds connection Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #njea #poetry #beyourself

NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD is a resource, space for mentoring and advice for Preservice educators. Esther King teaches 5th grade in an inclusive education classroom. She's currently in the master's program at Stockton University. Topic discussed in this episode include: what strategies to you use to practice self-care staying self-motivated addressing the pressure to being a perfect educator time to work and collaborate with colleagues building relationships with colleagues outside of school and strategies to build positive school community culture setting boundaries to prevent teacher burnout resources preservice teachers use to organize themselves and students masters program area of study balancing working toward masters degree while navigating first year teaching Finding financial assistance and funding for masters degree aspirations for working toward certification working a second job as an educator and strategies for self-care Thank you for watching NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge #selfcare #teacherburnout #mastersdegree #fafsa

This is the first in a series of Motivational Monday episodes. Thank you for watching the first episode of NJEA Preservice PODSQUAD! Please visit: www.njea.org/preservice for more info. NJEA Preservice As NJEA’s collegiate membership category, NJEA Preservice is open to students enrolled in a New Jersey college or university pursuing a career in education and/or a public school district. NJEA Preservice aims to enhance the pre-employment experience by providing access to benefits, professional learning opportunities, and a network of colleagues within NJEA. #podcast #2024 #motivational #monday #newjersey #publiceducation #education #njea #preservice #audible #newpodcastalert #newpodcast #learning #knowledge