Most teachers feel discouraged at some point in their careers. Some teachers maybe even feel discouraged daily. Truth: our jobs are difficult and overwhelming. So, even though the idea of shining for Christ sounds good in theory, executing it in real life may feel impossible.
In the latest podcast episode, Linda invites us to make some mindset shifts concerning work, where our focus lies, and how we view discouragement. Plus, you'll learn how focusing on the reason we are here (and why we teach) can change EVERYTHING.
If you want to feel seen in your struggles, shine consistently for Christ, and make a difference in your school, then this podcast has the strategies you need. Listen in today!
This episode is part of the series This Little Light of Mine: Shining for Christ in the Classroom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/shine.
This podcast is produced by Linda Kardamis of Teach 4 the Heart and brought to you in partnership with the Herzog Foundation.
Do you find yourself comparing the similarities of the latest school shooting to your school? As the frequency of these tragedies increases, it's easy to allow ourselves to slip into a near-constant panic that screams, "What if we are next?!?!"
And, it's not just school shootings. Sadly, everyday tragedies happen at schools around the world; teachers and students get sick, pass away, are involved in crime, and other heartbreaking scenarios. Listen in to discover what to do if the unthinkable happens at your school.
This episode is part 8 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
It can feel scary to disagree with whatever the approved cultural narrative is at any given time. Whether there's a specific situation that you know about, or you find yourself worried about what may lie ahead, this can be extremely concerning for Christian teachers.
One area this is showing up more and more commonly for teachers is with students who are claiming to be transgender. What used to be a rare instance is now shockingly common - and more and more of us are facing pressure to affirm students' choices in this area without question - and in some cases to even overtly teach unBiblical viewpoints.
By taking the time to listen to this full podcast episode, you can both address your fears and learn how to communicate effectively with wisdom and grace no matter who you are talking to.
This episode is part 7 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
As you watch your to-do list grow, do you worry you will never have time to feel fully rested again? Do you fear that your life as a teacher is keeping you from enjoying other parts of ministry or living? Are you truly afraid of missing out on some of the best parts of life because of your career? You are not alone! But, take heart and listen to today's podcasts where we learn to create space to ENJOY both your career & your LIFE.
This episode is part 6 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Disengaged students have left teachers feeling helpless & hopeless for years. Thanks to the experience and wisdom of Dave Stuart Jr., we no longer have to fear apathy from our students. Listen in to hear practical tips and strategies hear to engage even the most apathetic of learners.
This episode is part 5 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Most teachers can accept that there will be difficult days, seasons, and even years. But, what happens when you start to fear that all your hard work is in vain, and you are not even making a difference? Listen to today's podcast to learn how to let go of that fear and what actions to faithfully continue when you are in one of those discouraging seasons.
This episode is part 4 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Talking to parents can make even the most seasoned teacher nervous from time to time. In this episode, we focus on reframing our relationships with parents and how we interact with them. Listen in to learn steps to take you from fear to wisdom as you minister to the parents of your students in love and confidence.
This episode is part 3 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Does student behavior ever fill you with fear? Particularly, do you ever stress over how you will handle addressing the behavior? In this episode of the podcast, we are using our 3 part framework to address the issue and take action so that you can teach with confidence. Listen in and get help with overcoming your fear of your students' bad behavior.
This episode is part 2 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Are you a teacher who feels stuck, unsure of whether you're in the right position or even in the right profession? You're not alone. In this podcast episode, we'll explore common thoughts about discontentment & worry that teachers face concerning God's will. We will also look at how to take what we are feeling and shore it up with the truth of Scripture. Join us as we help you find the hope and peace you need to prepare your heart for what God has in store next for you this year.
This episode is part 1 of our series Teach without Fear: Conquering our Anxieties with Faith & Wisdom. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/fears.
Summer vacation goes by faster every year it seems, and there's so much to squeeze into those quickly fleeting days. How do we get it all done? Simple. We plan well. Listen in to learn about this 4 step template that will help you get all your summer fun (and not-so-fun, but still important) completed before back to school time!
Reflection is THE key to growth & change. Celebrating your wins, acknowledging your pain points, and making a plan for next year ensures the hope of a brighter future. The best part? If you do your reflection now, you can fully enjoy your summer vacation! Ready to relax? Listen here.
Say goodbye to checked-out students and chaotic messes at the end of the school year! Use these tips to close your classroom down for summer in a way that will make future you thrilled. Learn more about these skills and our other stress-reducing ideas from Teach 4 the Heart + here.
If you are worried about the pacing of your curriculum in these last few weeks and how to stretch it or get through it all, this episode is for you! Prioritize what is most important (now and in the future) and use those relationship skills to make a more profound impact at the year's end. Learn how by listening here.
Finishing the year well may feel impossible if you are depleted, but this episode gives you spiritual resources and practical strategies to keep going strong until the end of the school year. After all, your opportunity for impact remains until the very last day of school. Check out this encouraging episode AND the Teacher Appreciation Bundle we have for you here!
At the core of many of the issues facing both teens and adults is a question of identity. From confusion about gender or sexual identity to struggles with anxiety, depression, and self-worth, how we view ourselves is at the core. In this special episode, Jonathan Holmes joins us to explore the differences between a traditional view of identity and a modern one, and how a Gospel identity transcends and transforms both views, enabling us to overcome with our identity fixed in Christ.
For teachers, the stress of making sub plans often means we are super hesitant to take days off - even if we need them. But what if it didn't have to be that hard?
Listen as Kelsey Sorenson shares how to prep simple, ready-made sub plans that can be pulled out anytime you need them!
Over this series, we have talked a lot about building a Classroom Management Plan, and then adjusting it so it works. Today, we are going to hear from Laura, who shares how she did that last summer, and how her plan has been working this school year. Listen in for a true tale from teaching!
Do you love a step-by-step plan? Then listen in as Linda walks you through the steps to having a classroom that will run smoothly! These four elements will allow you to finally have the classroom you have always wanted!
Gospel Adventures offers free online curriculum that introduces children and teens to different cultures & the work of the Gospel around the world. Check out their free curriculum at www.gospeladventures.org
If you are wondering why, despite your best efforts, your classroom isn't running as planned, you may find your answer in this episode! Listen in to see if you are making one of these 3 common mistakes that impact the environment of our classrooms much more than we would expect.
Join us in this thought-provoking episode where we balance the need for consequences and the call to love one another well. If you struggle to see beyond your students' misbehaviors, then this episode is a must listen!
Many issues in life have multiple solutions. Not all solutions are created equal.
How do we know which way to solve a problem will bring the most glory to God or which solution is the wisest? Join us in this episode as we will discuss this and how T4TH+ helps you discover great solutions too!
This episode is part 2 of our miniseries about Banishing Discouragement & Loving Teaching Again. Check out the full series at www.teach4theheart.com/discouragement.