Wisdom From An Almost Veteran Teacher

Happy New Year! After a bit of a hiatus, I am so glad to be back speaking with ya'll. In this episode, I talk about a session I attended at the 2025 ACTFL Conference. The session was co-led by Dr. Trina Montano and Dr. LJ Randolph! The title was Liberation, Joy, and Creative Resistance in the Language Classroom. Their session centers on going "deeper" with picture talk, and what that can look like in your classroom.Connect with me!Information about our Curriculum Coaching Program: bit.ly/klondonInstagram: @trailblaze_languageStore: Classroom & PD Products

Hey ya'll! On this episode I talk about the power of setting time aside to explore when you are at any professional development conference. This is Part I of III in speaking about my experience at ACTFL.Thank you for your support! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share!Where to connect with me!Website: bit.ly/klondonClassroom Resources & Curriculum Coaching Programs: bit.ly/pdandclassInstagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_language

I give tips on how to best prepare for conferences! The world language conference season has started. Whether it is your first time attending a conference or you have attended a lot of conferences, there are so many things that you can do to make it a successful one for you. Don't forget to LIKE, SHARE, or comment!Grab your Professional Development Reflective Journal here!

In this episode, I share my journey of how I am choosing to see the highlights in the midst of a "long" month of teaching, life, all the things, and still making a choice to show my creative side! I hope that this episode encourages you too!Where to find meInstagram: @trailblaze_language @clases_de_london. Facebook: Trailblaze Into Language LearningTikTok: @kdl_trailblazeYouTube: Trailblaze Into Language LearningWebsites: bit.ly/klondonCurriculum Coaching Services & Class Products

Welcome!!! I'm back!!! Season 2 and we are ready to roll....In this episode I talk about the importance of prioritizing your energy according to the season that you are in! I hope you enjoy this one.Always cheering you on,~KiaConnect with me at the following places below!Website: bit.ly/klondonCurriculum Products & Resources: Trailblaze In World LanguageInstagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_languageBlog: Trailblaze Into Language LearningFacebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum Design Group

This is the reason as to why I started this podcast. In this episode, I share what I’ve been experiencing mentally and emotionally, in transitioning from one school community to another. This is often not talked about in our world language community, yet this is something that we do need to talk about.Connect with me below!Website: bit.ly/klondonClassroom Products & Coaching Programs: https://trailblazeinworldlanguage.mykajabi.com/TpT: Trailblaze Into Language Learning

In this episode, I talk about my beginnings of transitioning from a school community to another. This is often not talked about, and the purpose is to bring the light the importance of giving yourself grace to grieve while transitioning to another place. If you are in this situation and/or have experienced it, I hope this brings you encouragement! Connect with me!Website: bit.ly/klondonFacebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum Design GroupCoaching & Classroom Products:

Hey ya’ll!! This is Part II of my takeaways from Mitten CI. Please follow and connect with the people I mentioned in the notes from the previous episode!! Thank you for listening and for your support! Connect with me below at the following place:Website: bit.ly/klondon**all my social media, direct email, coaching programs, access to classroom products**Coaching Programs & Classroom Products: https://trailblazeinworldlanguage.mykajabi.com/

Hey ya’ll!! I had another opportunity to attend the Mitten CI Conference as a vendor and workshop presenter! It was such a wonderful experience! I talk about my interactions and takeaways from the following people below **Make sure you follow and stay connected with them!**Annabelle Williamson (La Maestra Loca)Mira CanionCarla TariniGregory GrossDianne Reinel Jonathan BowlesDahiana CastroKaren RowanA.C. QuinteroMitten CI TeamCommand Performance Books

It’s March! In this episode I give my insights about the importance of feedback and reflection, and how that is one of many keys to sustaining engagement during this time. Social MediaInstagram@clases_de_london (teaching page)@trailblaze_lang (business page)FacebookTrailblaze Into Language Learning Websitesbit.ly/klondonbit.ly/tblazestore

Hey Profe! I know sometimes we get so caught up in our curriculum and what we have to cover, that we forget about stopping to enjoy what is happening! In this episode I talk about the importance of slowing down and enjoying your students and the classroom community that you have cultivated! I also give you tips and strategies on how to sustain belonging in your classroom community.Connect with me at the following places:Website: bit.ly/klondonSocial Media—Facebook: Trailblaze Into Language LearningInstagram: @clases_de_london (teaching page) @trailblaze_lang (business page) @themovebyfaith (for encouragement)YouTube: Trailblaze Into Language LearningBlue Sky: Ms Profe LondonStores for Classroom Resources & PD:TpT (Teachers Pay Teachers): Trailblaze Into Language Learning&bit.ly/tblazestoreBelonging Webinar: https://trailblazersinworldlanguage.mykajabi.com/offers/gbF5cVzP/checkout

In this episode, I talk about the importance of establishing an affinity space for Black students, as well as resources, and strategies that you can use this month, and beyond to honor Black people in Spanish speaking communities.My website:bit.ly/klondonMy Facebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum DesignSocial Media:Instagram: @clases_de_london @trailblaze_langBlue Sky: @msprofelondon.bsky.socialMy StoresTpT: Trailblaze Intp Language LearningTrailblaze: bit.ly/tblazestoreMore Black History ResourcesTpT: The Cultural Classroom by Allison PerrymanTpT: Teaching Spanish Made Easy by A.C. Quintero

Hey! Hey! In this episode I share a variety of things: my excitement about Bad Bunny’s album, where I’m at in transitioning to a new school community & incorporating more reading w/a connect to interculturality.Connect with me at the following places!Website: bit.ly/klondonStore for Classroom Resources & PD: bit.ly/tblazestoreFacebook Page: Trailblaze Into Language LearningInstagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_lang​

In this episode, I talk about a goal setting activity I did with my students in the first week back from winter break. I also talk about the importance of applying these strategies to our own lives in order to be successful. Don’t forget! Connect with me at the following places below:Website- bit.ly/klondonInstagram- @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_langFacebook- Trailblaze Into Language LearningStore- bit.ly/tblazestore

Happy New Year! How are you moving forward on providing an experience for your students? I didn’t intend on this one being long, but there’s so much wisdom here! I take you through how I’m adjusting my expectations & my “here’s what we not gon do list.” Always cheering you on!~KiaConnect with me at the following places!Instagram: @trailblaze_lang, @clases_de_london, @themovebyfaithFacebook: Trailblaze Into Language LearningWebsite: bit.ly/klondonStore: bit.ly/tblazestore

So glad to be back!!! It’s been a hectic and challenging last few weeks, and I share a bit of it here, in addition to the importance of not rushing where we’re at! To connect with me at other places, I’ll see you at the following places below:https://bit.ly/klondonInstagram: @trailblaze_langFacebook: Trailblaze Into Language Learning

Whoops!! I had a technical difficulty ya’ll, so I created part II of Part 5. This episode is a wrap-up of what I talked about, with a final word of wisdom! Thank you for your support! Please share, subscribe, and spread the word.Connect with me at the following places!Instagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_lang, @themovebyfaithFacebook: Trailblaze Into Language LearningFacebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum Design GroupBluesky: @msprofelondon.bsky.socialCurriculum Coaching & Workshops, Curriculum Design Cohort, Comprehensible Literature & More here: bit.ly/klondon & bit.ly/tblazestore

In this episode we pick up from the episode before the ACTFL one. I talk about the following:~Thank yous/acknowledgments~When I started teaching~Do we as teachers age? :)~ Recap of previous episodes on Instagram~ Where am I now with all of this? *students *co-workers * *routines/strategies for grading~Whoops! Head to part II of this. Technical difficulties. Thank you so much for tuning in! Subscribe. Share. Spread the word! Connect with me at the following places!Instagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_lang @themovebyfaithFacebook: Trailblaze Into Language LearningFacebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum Design GroupBluesky: @msprofelondon.bsky.socialCurriculum Coaching, Workshops, Curriculum Design Cohort, Comprehensible Literature & More here: bit.ly/klondon & bit.ly/tblazestore

It’s important to have support and connect with others in community. Do you have a plan to succeed, grow, and move?Spread the word! Subscribe! Share!Connect with me at the following places!Facebook: Trailblaze Into Language Learning Instagram: @clases_de_london, @trailblaze_langWebsite: bit.ly/klondon

Whoa! Welcome World Language Community! So glad you are here. We continue with Part 4 of Seasons. Shifts. Changes. Spread the word! Subscribe! Share.Let’s stay connected! Instagram: @clases_de_london @trailblaze_lang @themovebyfaithFacebook: Trailblaze Into Language Learning Facebook Group: Culturally Diverse and Equitable Curriculum Design GroupBluesky: @msprofelondon.bsky.socialCurriculum Coaching , Classroom Products & More!: bit.ly/klondon