Spoiler alert: I am sharing an idea that has created a MAJOR decrease in classroom issues. The term "classroom management" is thrown around a lot. We had whole classes dedicated to it in undergrad. Our principals talk about it in our evaluations. And in 2021 some teachers are even saying we need to "ditch it." Some educators believe that classroom management "isn't needed" if we just have classroom respect. What do you think? Well, in this episode I give my 2 cents on classroom management AND dish out my all time FAVORITE idea on how I manage my own students. Looking for some positive teacher books or inspirational teacher t-shirts? Check out: monicagenta.com/books Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed  

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The 1 Classroom Management Strategy That Will Change Everything! (Seriously)

Music moves us in really meaningful ways. And as teachers sometimes we just have to have a classroom dance party right? In this episode I sit down with the amazing Kayse Morris as we talk about our best karaoke songs, our first concerts, and jams we know every lyric to. Because sometimes at the end of a hard school day, the best way to get ourselves out of a funk is to play some rap music and sing every word, right? Can you guess what Kayse or Monica's all time favorite songs or singers are? Talk a listen to this episode and have a few laughs as we learn about the music that makes us smile. Episode Notes:  Want some awesome ideas on how to build really strong relationships with your students?  monicagenta.com/courses Looking for some positive teacher books or inspirational teacher t-shirts? Check out: monicagenta.com/books Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Concerts, Karaoke, and Cassettes- Kayse Morris is a Teacher Just Talking About How Music Moves Us

This is not what I thought this year was going to look like.... That is a statement that has been said by nearly every teacher this year and we are heart-broken about it. If you are struggling to get your foot this year. If you feel this year has been your hardest in education to date. If you are needing a big boost. Then this episode is for you because it's all about setting realistic expectations for ourselves as teachers. We don't have control of everything, but we do have control over what we expect of ourselves as educators. Episode Links: Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Teacher Tired and It’s Only 1st Quarter! How to Set Realistic Expectations for the Rest of the Year- Monthly Motivation Episode

What makes the greatest teachers, school leaders, and educators? The answer may not be what you think! In this episode I sat down with Super, Joe Sanfelippo and he shared one of the greatest secrets of his school. Spoiler alert: It's a bike rack. What does that have to do with teaching and learning? Find out as we talk and tell stories together. Episode Notes:  Looking for 180 Days worth of Awesome SEL Lessons? Click here: https://monicagenta.com/180sel/ Watch Monica's TED Talk all about building relationships here: https://monicagenta.com/TED/ Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed  

How a Bike Rack Can Change EVERYTHING for Your School with Special Guest Joe Sanfelippo

My students won't talk or get engaged in my lessons. My students have a wall up and are impossible to reach. I just need more ideas to add to my teacher tool belt. I wish I had fun, new strategies to try with kids. If you have found yourself thinking or feeling any of those things, this episode is for you! During this insanely dynamic episode you will hear 2 simple, but super powerful ideas to help you connect with your students. What's the difference between leading lessons and listening to leverage learning? Come find out with me right now! Episode Notes:  Looking for 180 Days worth of Awesome SEL Lessons? Click here: https://monicagenta.com/180sel/ Want to generate tons of engaging, fun discussion with students? Check these out: https://monicagenta.com/brackets/ Watch Monica's TED Talk all about building relationships here: https://monicagenta.com/TED/ Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed  

2 SEL & Relationship Building Ideas that are SO Simple + Perfect for Your Classroom!

Teachers take their salsa seriously. Teachers spend time in the classroom and time cooking. Teachers need motivation and that can often be found in Mexico. And there is one teacher who can help with all of those... Jen Jones! In this special episode Jen dives into some of her greatest experiences in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. You are going to be blown away by some of the tricks she shares and some of the tips she talks about. Episode Notes:  Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed 

Want Some Helpful Hacks from Jen Jones? This is Teachers Just Talking About All Things Travel!

Do you have negative co-workers in your school? Are you having a hard time figuring out what to do and say to make things better? Is the negativity becoming so toxic that it is starting to impact you and your students? Difficult co-workers exist everywhere, but the good news is there are 3 ways that we can make this better. In this episode we will explore the raw, real emotions that come with this difficult situation. But by the end you will feel so much better about how to move forward. Episode Notes:  Looking for some positive teacher books or inspirational teacher t-shirts? Check out: monicagenta.com/books Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed    

How to Deal with Negative Teachers & Staff in Schools- Monthly Motivation Episode

What drives you? Making an impact on kids? Seeing students learn and grow? But what literally drives you? For me, it's a silver Toyota Highlander drives me to school every day. Mr. Greg from the Kindergarten Smorgasboard sits down and tells awesome stories about what drives him in this episode. This isn't about best practice and curriculum. This is what we all need right now, teachers being raw, relevant, and really funny! Episode Notes:  LAST CALL to Join the Awesome Academy to Make this Year AWESOME: monicagenta.com/AwesomeAcademy Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed  

What Drives Teachers? (Literally)-Mr. Greg from the Kindergarten Smorgasboard is a Teacher Just Talking About “Wagons”

Sometimes we simply don't need permission to do great things for kids! But, teachers like us seek permission for lots of things. Can I do that? Better e-mail my principal. Am I allowed to use that? Better ask another teacher. Is that a good idea? Better see if teachers on Instagram do it. In this episode I give you the permission, that you don't need, to do 3 things. And these 3 things will impact your school year in a huge way! Episode Notes:  Join the Awesome Academy to Make this Year AWESOME: monicagenta.com/AwesomeAcademy Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed    

3 Things That You Have Permission To Do This School Year (You Don’t Even Need Your Principal To Sign Off Either)

What do wine, target, and temper tantrums have in common? They are all part of being a teacher and they are also part of being a mom. In this transparent, authentic episode Caitlin and Jessica talk about parent fails, mom vacations, and the joys and hardships of having kids. If you are a parent, this episode is for you. If you are a teacher, this episode is for you.   Episode Notes:  Join the Awesome Academy to Make this Year AWESOME: monicagenta.com/AwesomeAcademy Get a free PDF copy of Monica’s Book Crushing It For Kids Here: http://bit.ly/MonicaGenta Want some Awesome PD At Your School? Let’s Connect:  http://monicagenta.com/pd Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed

Balancing Parenting Life with This Teacher Life- Caitlin & Jessica are Teachers Just Talking About all Things Being a Mom

Super sad that summer is over? If you said yes, I get it. Super excited that the school year is starting? If you said yes, I get that too. But ...

The Teacher Boost and Essential Reminder You NEED Before This School Year Starts- Monthly Motivation Episode

How To Have The Best School Year of Your Life- Even If The Plan Keeps Changing and You Are Super Stressed Out (Summer Replay Episode)

3 Secret Ways to Be The Best Freaking Teacher You Can Be (Summer Replay Episode)

YOU have made the This Teacher Life podcast a HUGE success by creating the momentum for 100 episodes to be released. Now it is time to throw a party and give away over $100 worth of swag to awesome listeners like you! Check out this short and sweet episode to find out how you can get books, t-shirts, or resources sent directly to you! And thanks for being here and making this podcast a true representation of This Teacher Life! Leave a Review for the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-teacher-life/id1477926278#see-all/reviews Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed Get a free copy of Monica’s book here: monicagenta.com/freebook    

100th Episode Celebration + HUGE Giveaway For Awesome Listeners Like You!

Every single teacher who walks in (or logs in) to their classroom deserves to LOVE that experience. The big question is, do you right now? If you aren’t able to answer “yes” don’t feel bad. If you are able to answer “yes” don’t feel guilty. We are all continuing to be on an emotional roller coaster when it comes to this love/hate relationship we have with education at time. But this episode will give you 3 things you can do right now to find that love in your classroom this week! Show Links: Do you LOVE Teacher Ts?  Do you LOVE some good education reading? Do you LOVE classroom resources? Head over to monicagenta.com/shop to find all kinds of things you will LOVE! Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed Get a free copy of Monica’s book here: monicagenta.com/freebook  

3 Ways to LOVE Teaching this Year… Even When It’s Freaking Hard (Summer Replay Episode)

A weekly podcast for teachers full of tips and tricks, stories and strategies, and struggles and successes, all from the real life we are living every day. Welcome to This Teacher Life with Monica Genta.