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Shared Teaching Podcast
by Shared Teaching
Teaching is too hard of a job to try to do alone. Every week join Susan, a veteran teacher, as she discusses the power of sharing in the workload by offering tips for organization, teaching strategies, classroom management, and more. If you are a primary teacher looking for help and motivation to survive the ups and downs of teaching, this podcast is for you. Visit http://sharedteaching.com/shared-teaching-podcast/ to find show notes and how to contribute to an episode.
Episodes
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172: Back-to-School Procedures That Save Time
Kick off your school year with confidence and less stress! In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’ll share the top 5 back-to-school routines that save time, how to model and practice them so they stick, and simple ways to track student progress. Whether you’re a first or second grade...
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171: Word Work Activities Without the Overwhelm: Take the Stress Out of Your Centers
Do you ever feel like managing your word work centers takes more energy than it gives? You're not alone! In today’s episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I’m sharing exactly how I simplified my word work routines to make them sustainable, effective, and way less stressful. These tips are...
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170: What to Prioritize During Your Teacher Planning Time
Feeling overwhelmed during your prep periods? In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, Susan shares practical strategies to help you make the most of your teacher planning time so you can stop working late and start sticking to your contract hours. Learn how to create a weekly routine…
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169: Setting Realistic Goals for Teachers
Back-to-school season is the perfect time to reflect and reset your intentions. In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I walk you through how to set realistic, purposeful goals that you’ll actually stick to all year. Whether you’re in the classroom or a support role, these ideas will…
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168: Setting Up Student Writing Folders Like a Pro
Feeling overwhelmed planning your writing block? In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, I'll walk you through my tried-and-true system for creating student writing folders that build independence, boost organization, and streamline your teaching. Learn what to include in the folders, how...
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167: Finding Success in Your Writing Block with Kelsey Sorenson of Educate & Rejuvenate
Feeling overwhelmed by your writing block? You’re not alone—and today’s episode is packed with answers! I’m sharing a recent conversation I had with Kelsey Sorensen on her Educate & Rejuvenate podcast, where we talked all about how to simplify your writing instruction, engage students with the...
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166: How to Update Classroom Centers for the New School Year
As the school year ends, it's the perfect time to refresh your classroom centers. In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a simple system for evaluating what’s working, what needs to go, and how to plan for centers that support student learning all year long. From low-prep routines to...
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165: What to Know About Teaching Second Grade
Teaching second grade can feel like a big leap—whether you’re brand new to the grade or just looking to make this your best year yet. In this episode, I’m sharing my top tips for starting the year strong, including how to set up your classroom, build meaningful routines, and support your students...
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164: A Classroom Library System That Actually Works (Type A Not Required)
Ever feel like your classroom library starts off strong, then slowly slips into disorganized chaos? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing the classroom library system I’ve used for years that’s simple, low-maintenance, and totally manageable. Type A organizers are not required for this...
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163: Writing Instruction Reflections to Improve Next Year
You've reached the end of the school year which means it's the perfect time to reflect on your writing instruction in order to improve next year. In this episode, we'll go over some categories for reflection. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/writing-instruction-reflections/...
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162: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Process Mini Series - The Publishing Step
Publishing is an important step in the writing process that helps students feel proud of their work. In this episode, we’ll explore easy ways to celebrate student writing without adding extra stress to your teaching routine. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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161: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Process Mini Series - The Editing Step
Editing is where students refine their writing, but it can often feel overwhelming. In this episode, we’ll talk about breaking editing into simple steps and making it fun for elementary students. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/editing-strategies-for-students/ In Today's...
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160: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Process Mini Series - The Revising Step
Revising isn’t just about fixing mistakes—it’s about making writing clearer and more interesting! In this episode, we’ll explore easy ways to teach revision, even to young writers, and help students see it as a natural part of the writing process. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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159: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Process Mini Series - The Writing Step
Writing can be intimidating for young learners, especially when they worry about spelling or making mistakes. In this episode, we’ll discuss ways to create a low-pressure writing environment that encourages creativity and confidence. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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158: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Process Mini Series - The Planning Step
Planning is the foundation of strong writing, but many young students struggle with getting started. In this episode, we’ll explore simple strategies to help first and second graders generate ideas and organize their thoughts before writing. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: In Today's Episode We'll...
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157: Writing Tip Wednesday: 3 Ways to Improve Student Writing
When it comes to wanting to improve student writing, it really comes down to having our students practice more. But how do we get them to do that when they hate writing or find it boring? SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/improve-student-writing/ In Today's Episode, We'll…
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156: Writing Tip Wednesday: Steps of the Writing Process
Welcome back to the new year and another Writing Tip Wednesday episode! Understanding the writing process is crucial for the writing development of our students. One of the most important things we should be teaching our students is the steps of the writing process. I feel it’s important for them...
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155: [Replay Episode 38] Revising Your Classroom Management for After the Break
Returning from a two week winter break can be challenging on the best teachers and students. Both are probably feeling like they are not ready to be back! After the break is the perfect time to revisit your classroom management plan and make some tweaks. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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154: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teaching Fact vs Opinion
Welcome to another episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Playing games in the classroom isn’t just fun—it’s a powerful way to help students remember and apply new information! In this episode, we’ll explore engaging activities that make teaching fact vs. opinion and opinion writing a breeze. From a...
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153: Writing Tip Wednesday: 3 Ways to Improve Writing Engagement
Welcome to another episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Do you feel like your students are getting bored of writing? The holidays are the perfect time to take a short break from your regular lessons and do something to get your students more engaged with writing. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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152: Writing Tip Wednesday: Must Have Components for Writing Mini Lessons
Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! Learn the 4 main components to include in every writing mini lesson. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/writing-mini-lessons/ In Today's Episode We'll Talk About: What is a mini lesson The structure of a mini lesson The 4 main components...
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151: Tips for Making Teacher Report Card Comments Easy
In this episode, we will be learning how to create a system for our teacher report card comments. Systems in our classrooms help us reduce stress and save time. Best of all, they are repeatable year after year. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/teacher-report-card-comments/…
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150: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teach Writing Reviews for More Engagement
Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! Engage your students in opinion writing with teaching them how to write reviews! SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/teach-writing-reviews/ In Today’s Episode We’ll Talk About: Why Teach Reviews Types of Reviews to Teach What to Include…
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149: Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies with Dr. Deonna Smith
Join us in this inspiring episode as we dive into the world of culturally responsive teaching with Dr. Deonna Smith, author of Rooted in Joy: Creating a Classroom Culture of Equity, Belonging, and Care. Dr. Smith shares practical strategies to create inclusive, equitable, and joyful classrooms...
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148: Writing Tip Wednesday: Beyond Opinion Writing Oreo
Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! In today’s episode, we’re further exploring teaching opinion writing in first and second grade. While teaching how to structure opinions can be made fun through acronyms like oreo, sometimes it can also confuse students. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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147: Classroom Management Strategy with Angel Honts
Finding the right classroom management strategy can be tricky. Angel Honts with Learn and Teach By the Beach is sharing her best classroom management tips and tricks. In today's episode we'll talk about: How to get students to listen A common classroom management downfall most teachers make The...
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146: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teaching Opinion Writing
Welcome back to Writing Tip Wednesday! In today’s episode, we’re exploring teaching opinion writing in first and second grade. Opinion writing is an exciting genre for young students because they already have strong ideas and preferences! In this episode, I’ll share practical strategies for…
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145: Dyslexia Myths and Facts with Lisa Parnello
Dyslexia is something I never studied in depth through all my years of teaching. Today’s guest, Lisa Parnello of Parnello Education, is sharing with us dyslexia myths and facts every teacher should know. In today's episode we'll talk about: Defining Dyslexia Signs of Dyslexia to Look For The…
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144: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teaching Revision Skills
Welcome to another episode in the Writing Tip Wednesday Series! Today we will be talking about how to teach revision skllls. Revision is an important skill to teach students but it can often be difficult for them to grasp. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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143: Writing Tip Wednesday: Adding Details to Writing
In this Writing Tip Wednesday episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we're talking about how to get students to add more details to their writing. If you've found yourself telling your students to "add more details" when they are done, this episode is for you! SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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142: Writing Tip Wednesday: Building Independent Writers
In today’s episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re focusing on how to help students develop independence in their personal narrative writing. I’ll share practical strategies to help your students take ownership of their stories, write with confidence, and move through the writing process…
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141: Writing Tip Wednesday: Adding Dialogue to Personal Narratives
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re continuing our deep dive into personal narrative writing by focusing on how to add details using dialogue. Learn how to help your students bring their stories to life through conversations between characters, making their writing more engaging...
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140: Writing Tip Wednesday: Zooming In for Personal Narratives
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the technique of zooming in on key moments to add depth and detail to personal narrative writing. Learn how to help your students slow down and focus on the most important parts of their story to create richer, more engaging narratives....
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139: The Key to a Successful Formal Teaching Observation
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we’re diving into everything you need to know to prepare for a successful formal teaching observation. From crafting a strong lesson plan to following up with your principal afterward, I’ll share practical tips to help you feel confident and ready…
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138: Writing Tip Wednesday: Using a Personal Narrative Heart Map
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we explore the heart map—a simple yet powerful tool to help students brainstorm meaningful topics for personal narrative writing. Learn how to guide your students through the process of creating their own heart maps and discover how this tool can…
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137: Writing Tip Wednesday: Planning Personal Narratives with a Circle Map
In this week’s Writing Tip Wednesday, we’re helping you guide your first and second graders through planning personal narratives with a simple, effective tool: the circle map. Organizing thoughts before writing is crucial, especially for young students who are still learning to structure their...
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136: Setting Up Sight Word Centers to Last All Year
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we're diving into how to set up effective and sustainable sight word centers that will last all year. No more scrambling to create new activities each week—learn how to keep your centers consistent while switching out sight words to match your...
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135: Writing Tip Wednesday: Zoom In On Small Moments
Welcome to the ninth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about teaching how to zoom in on a small moment. BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES LINK: https://sharedteaching.com/zooming-in/ In this week’s Wednesday Writing Tip, we’re helping you take your first and second graders’...
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134: Establishing a Classroom Community in the First Few Days of School
In this episode of the Shared Teaching Podcast, we dive into one of the most important aspects of kicking off a successful school year—establishing a strong classroom community. As a former second-grade teacher, I’ll share practical strategies to create a positive and inclusive environment during...
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133: Writing Tip Wednesday: Teach Through the Writing Process
Welcome to the eighth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about teaching writing through the writing process. In today's episode we'll talk about: Why students should understand the writing process The 5 steps of the writing process Resources Mentioned in Today's...
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132: Meet the Teacher Night Made Easy
Don't let Meet the Teacher night scare you! It can be a simple, fun chance to meet your new students and their families. Think of it as a meet and greet. Most families won't be staying long and are there just to simply meet you and check out your classroom. SHOW NOTES / BLOG POST LINK:...
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131: Writing Tip Wednesday: Choosing to Use Notebooks or Folders
Welcome to the seventh episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about choosing whether to use notebooks or folders for writer's workshop. In today's episode we'll talk about: Pros and Cons of Using Notebooks Using Notebook Tabs Pros and Cons of Using Folders Benefits of...
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130: Writing Tip Wednesday: Model Your Story
Welcome to the sixth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about how to model your story when teaching personal narratives. In today's episode we'll talk about: Starting out teaching with personal narratives Finding a story to model How to model the story BLOG POST /...
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129: Writing a Stellar Teaching Resume
If you’re an elementary teacher just starting out or switching grade levels, writing an impressive teaching resume is crucial. Your resume is your ticket to showing off your skills, experiences, and qualifications to potential employers. Whether you’re new to teaching or looking for a change,...
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128: Writing Tip Wednesday: Sounding Out Words
Welcome to the fifth episode of the Writing Tip Wednesday series! This week’s tip is all about sounding out words. In today's episode we'll talk about: Empowering students to sound out words An easy method for sounding it out BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES LINK:...
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127: Teacher Wellness and Relaxation with Rebecca of Smiling Students Lesson Plans
Rebecca from Smiling Students Lesson Plans is a teacher and author with over 15 years experience. Her masters degree in education and specialty in language arts has given her the knowledge to help students learn and excel. Teaching is her passion and she enjoys seeing all the growth and progress...
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126: Writing Tip Wednesday: Start with a Pre-Assessment
Welcome to the fourth episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is to not start teaching writing until you've done a pre-assessment. In today's episode we'll talk about: The danger of not using a pre-assessment How to start with a pre-assessment BLOG…
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125: Modeling Writing Mistakes to Avoid
When it comes to teaching writing, there’s a ton of different ways to approach it. Without a set plan or proper training, it’s hard to avoid modeling mistakes. In this episode, I’ll show you some common mistakes and what to do to avoid them. In this episode we'll talk about: Not Being Explicit…
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124: Writing Tip Wednesday: Using Mentor Texts
Welcome to the third episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is to model great writing with mentor texts. In today's episode we'll talk about: What is a mentor text Why use a mentor text BLOG POST / SHOW NOTES LINK:...
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123: Writing Tip Wednesday: Writing Goals Give Students Focus
Welcome to the second episode of Writing Tip Wednesday! Get a new quick tip each Wednesday. This week's tip is that having a writing goal gives students a focus. In today's episode we'll talk about: Setting a writing goal for each student Why writing goal's help with focusing How to set a writing...
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Teaching is too hard of a job to try to do alone. Every week join Susan, a veteran teacher, as she discusses the power of sharing in the workload by offering tips for organization, teaching strategies, classroom management, and more. If you are a primary teacher looking for help and motivation to survive the ups and downs of teaching, this podcast is for you. Visit http://sharedteaching.com/shared-teaching-podcast/ to find show notes and how to contribute to an episode.
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