PODCAST · education
Teaching with CLASS®
by Teachstone Inc.
Explore topics that are important to you while getting tactical strategies you can implement right away in your classroom! Each episode dives into a specific aspect of teaching and offers short, helpful strategies you can add to your practice. Interested in learning more or have a suggestion? Email us at: [email protected] Produced by Teachstone
Episodes
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La Conexión Entre Música y Lenguaje en el Desarrollo Infantil - Invitada Especial: Elizabeth Horberg
En este episodio, Mónica Pujol-Nassif conversa con Elizabeth Horberg, una experimentada psicóloga y coach educativa con amplia trayectoria en programas como Montessori y Head Start. Juntas exploran la profunda relación entre la música y el lenguaje en el desarrollo infantil, compartiendo…
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Engaging with Infants Part 2
There are a lot of conflicting thoughts on infant care. Join us for the second part of our discussion with Johayra Bouza, an expert in child development, as she shares her insights, debunking myths like the cry-it-out method and the misconception that infants act intending to spite their...
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What to Understand About Engaging with Infants
In this episode, Dr. Johayra Bouza of Teachstone joins up to talk about caring for and engaging with infants. There is so much to consider, from attachment style to cognitive development. She and Kate unpack important things to understand about babies in their earliest days so that you can best...
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Transiciones y Formatos didácticos para el aprendizaje
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmente consultoras en varios programas de Head Start en Puerto Rico y afiliadas CLASS Trainer - Pre-K. Iris y Zaidaliz han trabajado juntas por más de 20...
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How Educators can Improve Their Emotional Intelligence and Awareness
Unlock the secrets to fostering emotionally intelligent classrooms. In today's discussion, we dive into the pivotal role of emotional intelligence in supporting Black children who have faced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). Our guest, LeTosha White, vice president of the Chicago affiliate of...
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Consejos para Interactuar con Infantes
En este episodio, tenemos el placer de conversar con la doctora Johayra Bouza, una experta en psicología del desarrollo con más de 14 años de experiencia en el campo de la primera infancia. Johayra, orgullosa inmigrante cubanoamericana, nos relata cómo los educadores jugaron un papel fundamental…
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Meeting Every Child's Need
In this episode, Jill Kuck shares her transformative journey from classroom teaching to diagnostics, highlighting the importance of community involvement and seeking help to meet the diverse needs of students. The discussion covers essential elements of early childhood behavior management,...
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Reducing Negative Climate in the Classroom
What happens when a teacher blends over three decades of experience with unwavering consistency, respect, and love? Paul Klein joins us to reveal the secrets to diffusing negative classroom climates. Drawing from personal anecdotes and a wealth of knowledge, Paul highlights the pitfalls of a...
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Positive Climate for Everyone: How a Focus on Positive Climate is Good for Educators and Students
What happens when an educator blends warmth, empathy, and genuine connection in the classroom? On this episode of Teaching with Class, we have the pleasure of hosting Crystal Allen, an experienced educator and instructional specialist from Louisiana. Crystal opens up about her remarkable journey...
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Getting into Emotional Support with Judy Cuevas
Can empathy and understanding truly transform a classroom environment? Today we hear from Judy Cuevas, an experienced educator and coach, who shares her invaluable insights on creating emotionally supportive classrooms. Judy opens up about her personal journey and the key elements that foster a...
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Strategies for Interacting with Children who Have Experienced Trauma
In part two of our heart-to-heart conversation about understanding trauma in the classroom, Megin Ruston illuminates the path to empowering educators to step into their roles as unwavering advocates for their young charges. We discuss understanding the profound impact of trauma on a child's brain...
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Understanding How Trauma Shows up in the Classroom
This is the first of a 2-part series where we’ll unpack the complexities of childhood trauma and its profound effects on young minds. Megin Rustin, a seasoned early childhood educator and adoptive mother, shares her wealth of knowledge and personal insights on this critical topic. Listen in as we...
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Combating Burnout
Burnout is at a whole new level within the last couple of years. Anyone who is a stakeholder feels certain levels of burnout, and there isn’t a magic cure or quick fix. On this week’s episode of Teaching with CLASS®, we replay a classic episode with guest Colleen Schmit - to help educators...
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Using Art to Manage Big Feelings
Welcome to a journey into the world of emotional intelligence and the transformative power of art in early childhood education. In today’s episode of Teaching with CLASS®, we are joined by Lenika Flores, a passionate advocate with over two decades of experience in nurturing young minds. Lenika’s...
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What to Know about CLASS® and Children with Disabilities
This episode dives into the world of special education, focusing on the importance of individualized interactions in the classroom. Today’s guest, Mary-Margaret Gardiner, a seasoned educator, shares her insights and experiences in working with special needs children. The discussion ranges from...
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The Power of Connecting with Multilingual Learners
Unravel the world of bilingual education with our special guest, Karen Nemef, a celebrated author, consultant, and staunch advocate for high-quality early learning experiences for young multilingual learners. Throughout this episode, Karen enlightens us on the power of bilingualism, offering a...
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Conectando en Medio del Trauma: Estrategias Para Navegar los Comportamientos Desafiantes
En los últimos años se ha visto un aumento en las conductas desafiantes en el salón de clases. El trauma tiene mucho que ver con este comportamiento, por lo que hoy tenemos a la Dra. Johayra Bouza, para ayudarnos a entender la conexión que existe entre lo que se vive en casa y lo que sucede en el...
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Connecting Amidst Trauma: Strategies for Navigating Challenging Behaviors
In today’s episode, we explore the difficult topic of student trauma and challenging behaviors in the classroom. Joining us today is Dr. Johayra Bouza, an educator who has walked the path from poverty to academia thanks to the dedication and support of her teachers. Dr. Bouza brings her rich...
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Strength in Sensitivity: How Being a Sensitive Educator Benefits Children
In today’s episode, Rommel Mendez, a toddler educator with over a decade of experience, shares his valuable insights and practical strategies for fostering trust, sensitivity, and emotional security in the classroom. His approach emphasizes meeting children where they are, understanding their...
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Fortalecer la Sensibilidad: Como Siendo un Educador Sensible Puede Beneficiar a los Niños
Hoy está con nosotros Rommel Mendez, maestro de niños pequeños en CPLC EHS-Phoenix. Con más de 10 años de experiencia trabajando con CPLC, Rommel viene a conversar sobre cómo la sensibilidad en el salón de clases puede ser una herramienta para entender mejor a tus estudiantes y facilitar el…
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Getting Intentional about Relationship Building
In this episode, we discuss the profound impact of classroom relationships on learning and development. Today’s guest is Kate Matthew. Kate is a co-author and Project Director of the STREAMin3 curriculum model from the Center of Advanced Study of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) at the University of...
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From Curiosity to Clarity: Encouraging Children to Explain Their Thinking
The process of fostering children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills can be challenging yet rewarding. In today’s episode, you’ll hear an enlightening conversation with early childhood education expert, Shawn Kaplan, about the art of cultivating thoughtful interactions in children and...
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Transiciones y Formatos didácticos para el aprendizaje
En el episodio de hoy tenemos a Zaidaliz Beltrán e Iris García como invitadas, ambas iniciadas como maestras de preescolar en Head Start y actualmente consultoras en varios programas de Head Start en Puerto Rico y afiliadas CLASS Trainer - Pre-K. Iris y Zaidaliz han trabajado juntas por más de 20...
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New School Year Reset: Embracing a Fresh Start
As educators, we are all familiar with the hustle and bustle of a new academic year. It's a time filled with excitement, anxiety, hope, and often, an overwhelming to-do list. But amidst the chaos, it's essential to take a moment to breathe, refocus, and reconnect with our passion for teaching. In...
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Creating a Culture of Belonging
In this podcast episode, we are introduced to the insightful Pamela Thompson, a director of teaching and learning at Neighborhood Villages in Boston. With a wealth of experience in early childhood education, Pamela shares her approach to fostering a sense of belonging in classrooms for children…
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Supporting Strong-Willed Children
Understanding how best to support strong-willed children is an important question in education. In today’s episode, Megin Ruston, an adept educator and online course facilitation manager, delves into the challenges and strategies associated with teaching strong-willed children. With her expertise...
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Sumergirse en el Desarrollo de Conceptos
En este episodio tenemos a María Cristina Caro como invitada para visitar estrategias de desarrollo de conceptos en el salón de clases, una práctica que ayuda a construir un alto nivel de pensamiento. El desarrollo de conceptos se basa en cuatro pilares fundamentales: Análisis y razonamiento, se...
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Diving Into Concept Development
What does scuba diving have to do with concept development in early education? In today’s episode, we are joined by Maria Cristina Caro, a seasoned early childhood educator with decades of experience. Maria Cristina takes us on a deep dive into the world of concept development in early education,...
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Building Social Emotional Climate in the Classroom
Children need to be calm and able to manage their emotions if they’re going to learn, but they can’t do that without tools to help them handle their emotions – especially the kind of yucky emotions that can really disrupt a student’s day or even a teacher’s day. In today’s episode, Jess Moorhead…
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The Magic of Music in the Classroom
How can you incorporate music into your classroom and what does that do for your students? What can it do for you? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Mary Anderson, founder of My Music Starts Here and the creator and host of Songs and Stories on Virginia PBS. She has a lot of wonderful...
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Concept Development During Science and Beyond
Today’s episode of Teaching with CLASS® is led by guest host Emily Simon. In today’s conversation, you’ll hear from Lexi Alexander, an applied developmental psychologist who specializes in early learning. She has extensive experience, both as a classroom teacher and mother herself, as well as...
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Welcome to our CLASSy School
What does it look like for CLASS® to be fully integrated into the curriculum? How can coaches get educators excited about that, and what impact does it have on the lives of children? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Lisa Howard and Britney Blackman from the New E3 School as they talk about...
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The Mid-School-Year Reset
Are you where you thought you’d be by the end of 2022? Is it where you wanted to be by this time? How are things going in your classroom? During this season, we’ve brought you conversations with people who offer their perspectives that may give you new ideas for things to try out in your…
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The Role & Responsibility of the Teacher Influencer
TikTok influencers come from a variety of backgrounds, but some of the popular influencers out there are teacher influencers. What are the responsibilities of teacher influencers, and what’s their role in the current conversations about education? In today’s episode, we listen in as Marnetta...
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Respondiendo a Comportamientos Desafiantes: Rabietas, Crisis, Morder
Los comportamientos desafiantes son incidentes muy frecuentes, especialmente en niños muy pequeños. Es importante estar preparados para abordar estos incidentes de la manera apropiada para poder darle a los niños las herramientas que le permitan interactuar con su entorno, autorregularse y...
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Classroom Teams: Handling Sticky Situations with CLASS®
To be an effective educator and classroom presence, the adults have to work together as much as or more than the students do. Classrooms work best when co-teachers understand each other and work together. How can educators ensure that they’re in sync with each other, and how can CLASS® help? In...
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Advocacy for Educators
As an educator, how are you using your voice? Not in the classroom but outside of it, to make a difference for the educational system, your students, your colleagues, and yourself as well. Advocacy plays an important role in bringing education into the spotlight and making sure that educational...
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Setting up your Classroom for Success
Setting up a classroom for a new school year can be exciting! It’s hard not to get excited at the prospect of a fresh start. But that doesn’t mean you always know what’s best to do. How do you set up the classroom to facilitate a successful year? In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Alisha...
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Integración del Aprendizaje en Programas Basados en el Juego
El aprendizaje por medio del juego es una herramienta que permite a los educadores facilitar el interes y la atención por parte de los niños. Obteniendo así mejores resultados en el contexto de un acercamiento flexible de la enseñanza. En el episodio de hoy, tenemos con nosotros a Maria Cristina...
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What to Expect When You're About to Be Observed?
The idea of being observed while performing a job can make anyone feel a little nervous. But understanding what CLASS® observations are really about can help teachers relax and approach their classrooms with the same skill and attention they normally do. Marnetta Larrimer is today’s guest. She’s…
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Replanteamiento del Comportamiento “Desafiante” y por qué es Importante Nuestra Respuesta
Guiar el comportamiento positivo es un proceso de aprendizaje para los niños pequeños en el que se desarrolla la regulación el comportamiento, las emociones y el control de los impulsos. En este episodio, discutiremos tres pilares de reflexión que debemos tomar en cuenta para ayudar a los niños…
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Self-Regulation Before Co-Regulation - Supporting the Children in your Classroom
When was the last time you experienced strong feelings in your classroom? Probably every day. Working with children is demanding and can bring up a lot of strong feelings. Are you considering your own self-regulation needs as well as those of the children you’re working with? How can we process…
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Teaching Team Vision - Building Trust with Each Other
What would the perfect day look like in your classroom? When was the last time you spent time thinking about that? When was the last time you talked with your teaching team about creating a shared classroom vision? Those are big questions, and you may be wondering how to answer them. Today’s…
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Community in the Classroom with Mr. Chazz
Chazz Lewis is an educational specialist who “teaches teachers to teach” in a chain of child development centers. He works closely with schools, teachers, and children. He earned his master’s in executive leadership at American University. Mr. Chazz envisions a world where most people wake up…
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Teaching Children Empathy
What’s the best way to teach empathy to an infant, toddler, or preschool aged child? Joanna Parker joins the podcast to answer that question. Joanna has spent her entire career in early care and education. She’s worked with Head Start, Early Head Start, child care, early intervention, public…
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Behavior is Communication: Understanding and Responding to Tantrums and Meltdowns
Meltdowns or tantrums in the classroom can be a frustrating experience for both the educator and the child. However, it's important for educators to support children through their development of essential social and emotional capabilities. In this episode, we are joined by Megin Ruston. Megin has...
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Integrating Learning in Play-based Programs
One thing we have all heard is that children learn the best through play - but how can we fully integrate that into our classroom environments? In this episode, we speak with Devynn Thomas, owner/operator of Lakeside Friends Daycare, an at-home play-based daycare. She started her career in early...
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Promoting Equity in Critical Thinking Skills
How can we shape innovators starting at a young age? Early childhood teachers have a big role in promoting confidence in problem solving. Dr. Lourdes Norman-McKay joins us to explain how teachers can get students comfortable with shades of grey in the discovery process and with not knowing the...
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Encouraging Voice and Choice in the Classroom
It's not uncommon for teachers in early education to need to strike a balance between following children's leads and sticking to the classroom schedule. We know that intentional teachers are aware of their responsibility to assess student progress, understand skill mastery, and plan accordingly…
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Keeping Families Engaged in the Early Childhood Years
Many programs struggle with family engagement—particularly with engaging families in helping children with reading and homework at home. Educators may sometimes live in fear of complaints from caregivers and that can lead to a lack of trust between teachers and caregivers. In this episode, we’ll...
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Explore topics that are important to you while getting tactical strategies you can implement right away in your classroom! Each episode dives into a specific aspect of teaching and offers short, helpful strategies you can add to your practice. Interested in learning more or have a suggestion? Email us at: [email protected] Produced by Teachstone
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Explore topics that are important to you while getting tactical strategies you can implement right away in your classroom! Each episode dives into a specific aspect of teaching and offers short, helpful strategies you can add to your practice. Interested in learning more or have a suggestion? Email...
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