Episodes

New teacher must haves E71
July 7, 2020

New teacher must haves E71

Ok, Edumagicians. You asked and we delivered! Hannah Sansom and I developed a list of materials and resources for you to be looking out for during the summer so in August you are ready to roll! Take a look at some of our teacher must-haves (in no...
Techy Turners' 10 EdTech tips for Student teachers E70
June 30, 2020

Techy Turners' 10 EdTech tips for Student teachers E70

Today I have with me Rodney Turner, you may know him as a techy turner over on Twitter. Rodney is going to lead us down the right path when it comes to thriving during student teaching. Let's jump right into some tips and strategies for student...
3 Edtech tools to get to know this summer to get you ready for fall E69
June 26, 2020

3 Edtech tools to get to know this summer to get you ready for fall E69

Hello, edumagicians welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic Podcast! Today I have a short and sweet episode for ya. These are three tools that you can get to know this summer so you can hit the ground running this fall! Whether you are student...
Praxis Prep Part 1 - preservice teacher perspective featuring Jordyn Pistilli E68
June 18, 2020

Praxis Prep Part 1 - preservice teacher perspective featuring Jordyn Pistilli E68

During this episode, Jordyn Pistilli shares some tips and tricks for registering for the exam, preparing for the exam, technology preparation, and tips for test day! Let's jump right in. Head on over to www.sfecich.com/podcast for show notes and a...
Praxis Prep part 2 - student success coordinator perspective featuring Teresa Gibbons E67
June 18, 2020

Praxis Prep part 2 - student success coordinator perspective featuring Teresa Gibbons E67

In part 2 of this series, I interview Teresa Gibbon who shares information about the praxis and resources to help you prepare! Teresa is a student success coordinator at the Center of Excellence, Academic Advising, and Student Services at Spadoni...
Becoming an edupreneur featuring Dr. Will E66
June 11, 2020

Becoming an edupreneur featuring Dr. Will E66

Dr. Will is the go-to guru when it comes to anything side hustle living your best life and making the money that you deserve. In this episode Dr. Will shares his teaching journey, tips to get started with your online business, and how to let your...
Creating your own online teaching biz featuring Emily Behm E65
June 2, 2020

Creating your own online teaching biz featuring Emily Behm E65

On the show today Emily Behm shares her tips and tricks for creating your own online teaching business. So grab some tea and notes she shares to many tips to get you started on your online teaching business journey. Emily shares which tech tools that...
It's about the story that you share: Remote teaching opportunities featuring Erin Lewis E64
May 26, 2020

It's about the story that you share: Remote teaching opportunities featuring Erin Lewis E64

Welcome to episode 64. This has been a long-awaited episode. All of you have voted for this topic, and it's all about virtual teaching opportunities this summer, how to help you guys navigate the job search in the fall. Today we are discussing how to...
Hey graduate, is online teaching right for you? Featuring Allison Keefe E63
May 19, 2020

Hey graduate, is online teaching right for you? Featuring Allison Keefe E63

Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic Podcast. Today I have with me Allison Keefe who is a 7th grade English teacher at Agora Charter school. She also the co-host of the cyber sisters podcast. Today she is going to share what online teaching...
Teaching isn't what you do, it's who you are featuring Leah O'Bryan E62
May 16, 2020

Teaching isn't what you do, it's who you are featuring Leah O'Bryan E62

Today I have with me Miss Leah O'Bryan a Middle School English Teacher (7&8)👩🏻‍🏫, Lover of all things pink💖, basketball coach🏀, and world traveler 🌎. Leah shares her teaching journey, some tips when you teach abroad, and advice for new and future...
Be a teacher encourager featuring Cindy Ollendyke E61
May 9, 2020

Be a teacher encourager featuring Cindy Ollendyke E61

Cindy believes that "our future teachers deserve the best. It is an honor to raise up the next generation of educators". During this episode, she shares resources from National State Teachers of the Year! You are going to want to check out the show...
The best-kept secret in PD featuring Lynn Hummel E60
May 8, 2020

The best-kept secret in PD featuring Lynn Hummel E60

This episode is full of resources and tips! So sit back, relax, and listen in on his stories from experiences and expertise. Dr. Lynn Hummel shares so many resources for you in order for you to take hold of your own professional development with this...
3 steps to digital portfolio success featuring Amanda Jeane Richert E59
May 7, 2020

3 steps to digital portfolio success featuring Amanda Jeane Richert E59

Welcome back to day 3 of the EduMagic #teacherappreciationweek! Today I have Amanda Jean back on the show where is sharing the why, how, and what all about digital portfolios. The three steps are - find a site, show real-world examples, and highlight...
Always be a lead learner with Dr. Jess Redcay E58
May 5, 2020

Always be a lead learner with Dr. Jess Redcay E58

Day two of #teacherappreciation week and today I have with me, Dr. Jessie Redcay. Jessie is a Second Grade Teacher, Adjunct Professor, Presenter, Author, EdTech Enthusiast, KTI Lead Learner. You can learn more about Jessica at...
Go beyond your limits. Your students will thank you for it later -Rebecca Gibboney E57
May 4, 2020

Go beyond your limits. Your students will thank you for it later -Rebecca Gibboney E57

Happy teacher appreciation week 2020! To celebrate all of you and to show ya how much I appreciate you, I will be posting one episode of the podcast each day this week May 4th - 8th. To start us off I have Becky Giboney on the show today. Becky is an...
How to rock your teaching interview - remote style 56
April 23, 2020

How to rock your teaching interview - remote style 56

This episode was originally a webinar hosted by AAEE. Head on over to www.sfecich.com/56 for a checklist, video, & presentation that goes along with this episode. Please share what resonated with you during this episode with #edumagic. Grab some 🍵,✏️,...
Pulling away from a pit stop featuring guest host Hannah Sansom  E55
April 15, 2020

Pulling away from a pit stop featuring guest host Hannah Sansom E55

Today I have guest host Hannah Sansom sharing some beautiful positive vibes with us! We are all in one big pitstop together. No matter the job, the school, or the position, disappointments (or pit stops as we like to call them) will happen. Pit stops...
Working with all students featuring Taylor Nichols E54
April 8, 2020

Working with all students featuring Taylor Nichols E54

Today on the podcast I interview Taylor Nichols, a special education co-teacher in Indiana. During this interview, she shares practical strategies and advice for an inclusion class. Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Taylor. Show notes can be...
Have a positive impact on as many people as you can with Dr. Dennis McElroy E53
April 1, 2020

Have a positive impact on as many people as you can with Dr. Dennis McElroy E53

Today on the EduMagic podcast I have with me, Dr. Dennis McElroy. I love how back when Dennis was an undergrad he wrote a professional goal stating, "I want to have a positive impact on as many people as I can." Little did he know, that he would work...
Take a lead in your own learning with Dan Kreiness E52
March 25, 2020

Take a lead in your own learning with Dan Kreiness E52

Today I have Dan Kreiness, on the show. Mr. Kreiness shares his teaching story as early as he could remember he wanted to be an educator and work with kids. During this episode, Mr. Kreiness shares strategies to help first-year teachers thrive, tips...
5 tips to thrive during “Teacher Quarantine” for the pre-service educator featuring Crystal Law E51
March 22, 2020

5 tips to thrive during “Teacher Quarantine” for the pre-service educator featuring Crystal Law E51

Today I have with me Crystal Law who teaches future teachers at Broward College in Florida. During our chat, she shares 5 strategies to help student teachers to survive and thrive during teacher quarantine. The five tips are: get your edtech...
Student teachers lets lead during this time of need E50
March 18, 2020

Student teachers lets lead during this time of need E50

Although we are in a time of need, we are also in time to lead. We know that you might be feeling overwhelmed, nervous, anxious, and unsure during this time of need. We want you to know that you are not alone – we are ALL feeling this way. This is a...
Teaching online in a time of need featuring Dr. Torrey Trust
March 12, 2020

Teaching online in a time of need featuring Dr. Torrey Trust

Dr. Torrey Trust (Professor, past president of ISTE TEN, and professional Chihuahua photographer) walks us through 6 steps that we need to consider during emergency remote teaching. She shares practical strategies, techniques, and tools to work...
The more that you learn, the more you realize you don't know featuring Robert Kaplinsky E49
March 10, 2020

The more that you learn, the more you realize you don't know featuring Robert Kaplinsky E49

Today I have with me Robert Kaplinsky a Math educator who developed the #oberveme movement and @GrassrootsWS. If that isn't enough he is also the co-creator of @openmiddle. During our conversation, Robert shares about his teaching journey and his...