Episodes

Jan. 29, 2021

What did we learn from 2020? Crossover episode with Charles Williams E110

Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast! Today I have with me an amazing educator, author, and principal - Charles Williams. He is the host of the Counter Narrative Podcast. Charles is a father, husband, K-8 Principal, founder of CW...
Jan. 26, 2021

Observation with trust and support featuring Craig Randall E109

Welcome back to another episode of the EduMagic podcast. This episode is all about observations! Maybe you have had a great experience with observations, maybe not - either way you are going to get great tips from Craig Randall. Let's get this episode...
Jan. 22, 2021

Design your route to international education with Jason Reagin E108

I am so excited to have you with us today as I interview Jason, Design Guy podcast host, and his experience being an international educator. During this episode, Jason shares his teaching journey, his passion for teaching internationally, and tips to...
Jan. 16, 2021

5 Things Most Teacher Candidates Do Wrong When Setting Up Their Digital Portfolio E107

Let's explore 5 common mistakes that are made on digital portfolios and how to fix them. We explored how to set up your digital portfolio, a plan to keep it updated, and organize it for a teaching interview. This episode is brought to you by my new...
Jan. 12, 2021

Twitter for Future Teachers Featuring Dr. Joanna Zimmerle E106

Joanna is a phenomenal educator and leader in educational technology. So, if you are new to Twitter and building a PLN turn up the volume on this episode we are going to be dropping some knowledge! PLNs and getting connected is a topic that is near...
Jan. 5, 2021

Spillin' the tea on Twitter for Teachers Featuring Stephan Hughes E105

During this episode, I interview Stephan Hughes about getting connected on Twitter. Stephan shares about why we need to get connected on Twitter and what a Twitter chat really is. He also goes into how to be a meaningful participant, connecting with...
Dec. 10, 2020

Getting started with STEM in the online space featuring Dr. Sumreen Asim E104

During the episode, she shares her passion for STEM education and preparing future teachers to have a STEM mindset in their classrooms. Dr. Asim starts by sharing her teaching journey and her current role in education. Sumreen shares that STEM is not...
Dec. 8, 2020

Interview 101 Featuring Fred Yeakey E103

If you are a soon to be grad and you are on the job journey then you gotta listen to this episode featuring Fred Yeakey. Listen in on these teacher interview tips and tricks. We will explore common interview questions and answers, how to do your...
Dec. 1, 2020

No dream is too big - getting started with STEM featuring Ms. Robotics E102

Are you looking into getting started with robotics and coding? Well, you gotta listen to this episode featuring Stephanie (Ms. Robotics on Instagram). She shares her teaching story and journey into STEM education. Stephanie shares about the...
Nov. 26, 2020

Get creative with your assessments featuring Batsheva Frankel E101

Hey friends, did you know that your assessments don't have to be papers, multiple-choice tests, or scantrons? Do you want to get creative with your assessment techniques? I encourage you to create assessments with a creative spin! During this episode,...
Nov. 25, 2020

Let your light shine and build relationships with students featuring LaVonna Roth E100

Your heart will smile as you listen to the episode with LaVonna Roth. Lavonna is full of positivity and is all about igniting your shine. During this episode, LaVonna shares her teaching story and what has led her to the teaching field. LaVonna shares...
Nov. 24, 2020

Virtual Teaching Strategies with Dr. Heather Michel E99

Are you ready to end the semester strong with virtual teaching? You gotta listen to these tips and strategies by Dr. Heather Michel. During this interview, Dr. Michel shares her teaching story and the important fact of teacher burnout, and 5 digital...
Nov. 23, 2020

Teachers need Teachers with Kim Lepre E98

Hey, new teachers are you feeling overwhelmed this year? Are you hoping to finish the semester strong? Well, listen in on this episode featuring Kim Lepre where she gives some advice for new first-year teachers. Show notes can be found here:...
Nov. 20, 2020

Digital organization Featuring Allie E97

Does your desktop, browser, and drive look like a mess? Do you have a hard time finding what you need? Then you gotta listen to this episode of the podcast featuring Allie who shares her digital organization hacks. Show notes can be found here:...
Nov. 19, 2020

Virtual teaching interview tips E96

Do you have a remote teaching interview coming up? Want some tips? Well, we got them for you - logistics let's talk about what to prep before your interview. We discuss the camera, audio, headset, lighting, and more! Best practices to do during your...
Nov. 13, 2020

Incorporating theatre techniques into your classroom with Rebecca Swartz E95

Want to engage your students in new ways? Then you gotta listen to this episode featuring Rebecca Swartz where she shares some theatre techniques like hot seat, zip/zap/zop, woosh ball, and more to get your kids up and moving! Show notes can be found...
Nov. 10, 2020

Engaging in online learning featuring Amanda Jeane E94

During this session, Amanda Jeane shares with us what engagement looks like and feels like in the online space. Amanda shares these four keys to engaging students in the online space: building strong relationships, giving your students choice and...
Nov. 6, 2020

Instagram your teacher bestie featuring Erin Healey E93

During this Kappa Delta Pi webinar series, Erin Healey shares tips to get started and get connected on Instagram. Learn how you can use Instagram to connect with future employers, educators, and peers for teaching inspo. Join Erin Healey as she shares...
Nov. 4, 2020

10 Tips for New Teachers Featuring Brittany Rincon E92

Hello, edumagicians welcome to another cross over episode with Brittany Rincon of the Teacher Leader podcast. Brittany helps new teachers in their first few years as a mentor and I work with aspiring teachers to become educators of excellence. We talk...
Nov. 1, 2020

5 top things you should keep in mind as a first-year teacher featuring Deborah Osomo E91

During this KDP webinar, student teaching during Covid series, Deborah Osmo shares with us 5 things to keep in mind during your first year. Before we jump in it is important to know that you are new to all of this and that is okay! Deborah shares that...
Oct. 28, 2020

10 EdTech Tips for New Teachers E90

Hey all! This is a cross over episode with Maddie from the Edtech Classroom Podcast. During this episode, we share 5 tips each (total of 10) about edtech for new teachers. Which tips do you resonate most with? What tips do you have using edtech in...
Oct. 21, 2020

Self-Care for Student Teachers featuring Kiana Cole E89

During this episode, Kiana Cole shares the importance of self-care for teachers. Kiana Cole is an elementary educator, mindfulness educator for teachers and students, and a self-care and community care enthusiast. She shares about Self-care and...
Oct. 19, 2020

5 things you need to know when creating a bitmoji classroom E88

Let's talk about the five things you need to know when creating your bitmoji classroom! Your bitmoji classroom needs to be functional, informative, and fun! Get more tips and learn more here...
Oct. 14, 2020

Go into your classroom with the F.L.O.W. featuring Christina Ortega E87

Welcome to the third webinar in the KDP webinar series. This webinar was led by Christina Ortega, who shares about going with the FLOW in the classroom. She has been an educator for eighteen years and shares strategies learned along the way....