Episodes

June 10, 2022

Write a cover letter that will stand out from the stack E 182

When applying for jobs, we focus on the resume, and the cover letter is an afterthought. These tips will help you keep the cover letter top of mind. A cover letter is a great way to make a positive first impression on the employer. Show notes can...
June 2, 2022

Seven things future teachers can do this summer to shine bright E 181

Alright, future teachers, you got done with your semester. You passed the tests and completed your fieldwork. Congrats! I'm so proud of you. Let's chat about what you can do this summer to relax, recharge and reenergize for the semester ahead. We are...
May 24, 2022

10 Tips for a Teaching Demo Interview E180

In this episode, I share 10 actionable tips that you can use to prepare for your live teaching demo. We also cover several tips for you to follow before, during, and after your demo lesson. Typically, this part of the interview process occurs during...
May 17, 2022

The power of working with families in your classroom featuring Christina Hidek E179

We're back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. Christina Hidek discusses why partnering with families in the classroom is so important, as seen from the parent's perspective. The strategies she offers are especially helpful for new teachers....
May 13, 2022

Professional Belonging featuring Dr. Ilene Winokur E178

The Edumagic podcast is back with another episode. Today, Dr. Ilene Winokur will discuss the importance of being connected as an educator through a sense of professional belonging. Find out what professional belonging is and how to find it in a school...
May 5, 2022

Make your Teaching interview brochure in 3 easy steps E177

We are back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. Today we are walking through how to create your teaching interview brochure in three easy steps using one of my favorite tools, Canva. Step 1 - Select a template for your teaching interview...
April 28, 2022

4 Easy & Effective Ways to Support Middle school Students E176

We're back with another episode of the Edumagic podcast. With me today is Phyllis Fagell, a counselor at a middle school in Washington DC. She will be sharing with us some tips for supporting our students in middle school. Whether you're looking for...
April 18, 2022

12 Ways to Improve Your Teaching Resume E175

You are applying for a job and you want to make sure that your true self shines through on that resume. Your resume is your chance to make a first impression on potential employers. You're a teacher. You have the experience to share, and you want to...
April 8, 2022

5 Ways to Build Relationships with Students in your Classroom E174

It is SO important to build relationships with students, and I didn't realize just how important it was until I started teaching. A teacher's ability to build relationships with students is crucial. We get to build relationships with students every...
March 31, 2022

How to choose a school district that's right for you E173

You should take this first step in the interview process in order to find the right fit for you. When applying for jobs you don't want to do a spray and pray method, meaning that you send out your resume to all of the schools. You want to be strategic...
March 29, 2022

Finding a fit at an international school featuring Greg Lemoine E172

We present tips and techniques for attending international job fairs in this episode. Attending an international job fair differs from attending a national job fair in many ways. Everything from where the job fair is held to how an interview is...
March 24, 2022

A pep talk for student teachers who aren’t getting along with their cooperating teachers E171

Here's a little pep talk for those of you who may find yourselves in a student teaching placement where you don't get along very well with your cooperating teacher. I want to call out a few things that we should consider when building relationships...
March 15, 2022

Student Teacher Question and Answer Episode E170

We cover five common student teaching questions. From how to work with a co-op and classroom expectations, as well as time management and edtech we cover it all. Specifically, we cover the following questions about student teaching. 1. My biggest...
March 3, 2022

It's not too late to get yourself organized E169

Greetings, edumagicians. If you are struggling to get organized, this is the episode for you. Although it's the middle of the spring semester, it's never too late to just get organized. I have a very special guest with me today, Dr. Frank Buck. Turn...
Feb. 25, 2022

How to prepare for a teacher recruiter on campus E168

Recruiters Chris and Wyatt from Granite School District in Utah discuss how to prepare for a teacher recruiter on your campus. You'll learn how to prepare for a recruiter, what to bring, how to prep for the interview, and questions to ask. Learn...
Feb. 17, 2022

So, you want to teach internationally? E167

Erin O'Byrne will talk today about the importance of working with English language learners or students who are learning English as a second language. Erin is an online training specialist. This episode features Erin's international teaching story...
Feb. 11, 2022

I bet you didn't know you can do THIS in Canva E166

The sky is the limit when it comes to Canva for education. I encourage you to go check it out and see what you and your students create. If you have just been using it for flyers, it is so much more than that. In this episode, we are going to check...
Feb. 1, 2022

5 lesson plan essentials and how to hack ‘em E165

My five lesson plan essentials include standards, an anticipatory set, a list of adaptations, a clear closure, and meaningful reflection questions. We describe these essentials and how to hack 'em to save you lesson planning time. We also discuss...
Jan. 27, 2022

5 Quiz Taking Tips for Students E164

Welcome to the new semester. I discuss some of my best tips for taking quizzes as a college student in this episode. I've also included a 5-day study schedule for you to use so that you can prepare for your test with confidence. Show notes can be...
Jan. 18, 2022

5 Essentials for your student teacher desk E163

It is important to set yourself up for success by having an efficient workspace. Whatever space you have, you can make it your own with these five essential items, whether you have a table, a student desk, or a larger desk. So let's get into it. Here...
Jan. 12, 2022

Student Teacher Bag Essentials E162

Are you wondering what to pack in your student teacher bag? During student teaching, it surprised me how important it was to organize my materials. This episode dive into what to pack in your student teaching bag so you can have a successful student...
Jan. 4, 2022

A journey to flipping the classroom E161

In this episode, Mandy Rice from the sustainable teacher show shares about the what, why, and how of flipping learning. We also share some best practices when it comes to flipped learning. One of my favorites is to start small, don't flip everything...
Dec. 22, 2021

Creating a tutoring business featuring Jennifer Lemaitre E160

Are you thinking about starting a tutoring business? Well, grab a cup of coffee and a notepad because you are going to want to jot down some notes. Jennifer Lemaitre shares all the details on how to get your tutoring business up and running. Show...
Dec. 10, 2021

Show up! For your students, families of your students, and yourself! E159

This week on the EduMagic Podcast I'm joined by Diane Romo who shares her teaching story and the importance of showing up each day for your students. This episode is full of gems for you to take into your classroom right away. Show notes can be found...