Helping Teachers Thrive

DESCRIPTION:Struggling with student retention? Discover a treasure trove of retrieval practices proven to supercharge memory and boost engagement in your classroom. In this episode, Tem explores techniques like Exit Tickets, Peer Teaching, Retrieval Grids, and more. Learn how to easily implement these strategies in any subject, turning your classroom into a powerhouse of knowledge retention and get your students excited to learn.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Get students explaining concepts to each other, solidifying their understanding and communication skills.Students jot down everything they recall about a topic, then share and compare with a partner, filling in any knowledge gaps.Students quickly write down key takeaways and lingering questions before leaving.Students become mini-experts, learning topics and teaching them to their peers in creative ways.Challenge students to condense the lesson into a clear and concise summary, either orally or in writing.Craft grids packed with questions across various topics.BEST MOMENTS:"Ask them to rephrase the information""I have had students chanting in lessons""It gives them the chance to deliver content to their group""It enables our students to strengthen their knowledge"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Inclusive Questioning: How To Get The Most Out Of Your Students Through QuestioningHigh-Engagement Learning Through Think, Pair, ShareABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips

DESCRIPTION:Ditch the classroom chaos! This episode dives into teacher-tested strategies for smooth transitions between lessons, keeping your students engaged and focused. Learn how to create a calm, positive learning environment that maximises learning time.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Prepare the classroom environmentGreet students at the door providing a warm welcome for students and ensuring a calm, silent entryMonitor and adjust behavioursProvide students with a countdown to pack up belongings prior to leaving the classroomEncourage students in the corridor onto their next lessonBEST MOMENTS:"It is important for students who have specific needs""The lesson continues in that manner, where students feel save and supported""At the door greeting our students as they come in" "Implement that classroom routine that we expect" "We should praise them for transitioning calmly" "Identify students who need to self-regulate prior to entering the classroom"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Proven Methods for Capturing Student AttentionPowerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode of Helping Teachers Thrive, Tem explores the critical role of teacher presence in the classroom and how mastering classroom presence can enhance your teaching effectiveness, boost student engagement, and create a positive learning environment. Tem delves into practical tips and strategies for building authority, connecting with students, and maintaining an engaging and supportive classroom atmosphere so that we can become a more confident and impactful educator.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Our confidence is vital when it comes to our presence in the classroom so that we can manage the class more effectively.Varying the use of our voice to keep students engaged and demonstrate authority in the classroom.Our work-life balance and mindset can have a big impact on our presence in the classroom.Consistent rules, routines and consequences enables teachers to establish authority in the classroom.BEST MOMENTS:"Teacher presence is one of the foundations for effective classroom management""Know your material""We can be more present in our lessons""You are in control of your classroom"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:How to Achieve 100% Compliance In The ClassroomHow To Manage Classroom Behaviours When You Don't Know The Students' NamesProven Methods for Capturing Student AttentionPowerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips

DESCRIPTION:Join Tem as she uncovers the transformative potential of 100% compliance in the classroom, providing actionable tips to help teachers create an optimal learning environment. She'll explore why striving for complete compliance can be a game-changer for both educators and students, and how fostering this level of adherence can lead to greater academic success and a more harmonious classroom atmosphere.KEY TAKEAWAYS:How a structured, predictable environment enhances student learning, fosters respect, and builds a positive classroom culture.The ways in which 100% compliance reduces stress, prevents burnout, and allows teachers to focus more on instruction rather than discipline.Effective techniques and approaches to achieve and maintain full compliance without compromising student autonomy and creativity.Common obstacles teachers face when aiming for 100% compliance and how to overcome them.BEST MOMENTS:"It doesn't mean a dictatorship style of teaching""It's that mutual respect between you and your students" "100% compliance doesn't mean 100% engagement, that's down to us as teachers""It's needed for a calm learning environment"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Proven Methods for Capturing Student AttentionPowerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: tem@helpingteachersthrive.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem dives into the challenges teachers face with poor lessons and behaviour management, emphasising the importance of self-compassion. Tem will explore practical strategies to help teachers avoid self-criticism and master the classroom.KEY TAKEAWAYS:No two days are the same, no two students are the same.Having a growth mindset will help with viewing failures as challenges.Observing colleagues and collaborating with them is a great form of career professional development.BEST MOMENTS:"I've spent too much time in the lesson dealing with low level disruptions""There will be days when our behaviour management strategies just don't work""Don't beat yourself up"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Top Classroom De-Escalation Strategies for TeachersHow To Deal With Disruptive BehavioursHigh Expectations Blueprint: Proven Strategies for Boosting Student SuccessABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem delves into the different de-escalation strategies tailored specifically for teachers to help teachers manage behaviours in their lessons. Classroom conflicts can arise unexpectedly, and knowing how to effectively and calmly manage these situations is key to maintaining a positive learning environment. Join Tem as she explores practical techniques and best practices for de-escalation that every educator can apply.Hit follow to never miss an episode and if you wouldn't mind rating the show, I'd really appreciate it, as it will help me to reach more teachers.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Staying clam is the number one rule.Actively listening to a student's perspective and validating their feelings can help students feel less threatened and are more likely to feel calmer.Redirect a student's attention and use humour to help diffuse the situation.Choose your battles. There are things that don't need to be addressed at that moment in time.Empower the student by giving them a few options for resolving the situation.BEST MOMENTS:"The student will feel less threatened""It can start to build that rapport between you and your student""Empower your student by involving them in the decision making process"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Powerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips 

DESCRIPTION:Struggling to create a seating plan that fosters engagement and maximises student learning? You're not alone! In this episode, Tem dives into the world of strategic seating, exploring how to arrange your classroom to boost student engagement, cater to different learners by accommodating various learning styles and needs ensuring every student thrives, minimise disruptions in order to maintain a positive learning environment, and unlock student potential.KEY TAKEAWAYS:When creating a seating, arrange your students with special educational needs first.Gauge your students' personalities quickly so that you can alter your seating plan if needs be to sit them more strategically.Don't change your seating plan too often. Certain students will disrupt knowing that you will change your seating plan just so that they get moved.Higher attaining students can be seated next to one another or next to lower attaining students to support them in lessons.BEST MOMENTS:"You relinquish the control of your classroom to your students""Don't be scared to change your seating plan""It is important to listen to our students"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:How To Manage Classroom Behaviours When You Don't Know The Students' Names Powerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesProven Methods for Capturing Student AttentionSetting (and Crushing!) High Expectations For Every LearnerHigh Expectations Blueprint: Proven Strategies for Boosting Student SuccessABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem delves into a powerful tool for capturing student attention and fostering engagement in the classroom: the 3-2-1 technique. Join Tem as she explores the different ways educators can effectively utilise this strategy to gain student attention quickly.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Incorporate a command after each number so that the students have a clear actionable instruction for what is expected of themDirecting the students to clap with the count down is a powerful way to refocus your studentsAddress the class as a whole rather than addressing specific studentsIncorporate non-verbal cues when managing low level disruptionsThe effectiveness of any strategy implemented relies heavily on repetition and consistencyBEST MOMENTS:"It gives students an actionable instruction""They are aware of what is going on""Address the whole class, not specific students""There will continue to be disruptive behaviours""Implement some sort of sanctionable consequence for behaviour"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Powerful Non-Verbal Behaviour Management StrategiesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips 

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem delves into the intricate world of non-verbal behaviour management. From subtle cues to commanding presence, discover the silent symphony of body language, facial expressions, and spatial awareness that can help teachers effectively guide behaviour without uttering a word and get students back on task quickly and quietly.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Facial expressions can convey a range of emotions, from approval and encouragement to disapproval and concernSubtle signals to show students that you have noticed their behaviour and expect them to re-focus on the task at handMoving closer to a student who is disengaged or off-task can communicate attentiveness and potentially discourage further distractionSilence can be a powerful behaviour management toolBEST MOMENTS:"Position yourself in proximity to the students""That teacher look""Use facial expressions for positive reasons as well"VALUABLE RESOURCES:Mastering teachingEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:How To Manage Classroom Behaviours When You Don't Know The Students' NamesChatty Classes: REVEALED How To Stop Students Talking Over YouTOP TIPS: How to deal with large classesABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: temsteachingtips@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtips