Episodes 30
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (4)
Since Jul 2021
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Teacher stories… from their hearts… to our hearts… on a journey to celebrate the true spirit of teaching. In each episode, we will get curious, explore, discover and learn more through each story what is really at the heart of teaching.

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TT54 – Teaching students the bigger picture and connecting content to humanity: Jennifer, teacher of ELA, ELL, Spanish in MS and HS

Apr 16, 2026 32m

In this episode, our guest teacher from North Caroline, Jennifer, goes big and deep into making connections to humanity through what we teach students. We touch on all the important C’s – curriculum,…

TT53 – Shifts, pivots and adjustments in teaching: Alexandra, international teacher and world traveler

Nov 24, 2025 28m

In this episode, we meet an international teacher, Alexandra, who started out teaching in the USA, but has now taught in China, Viet Nam and Saudi Arabia. Through these experiences, she has learned…

TT#52 – Rural school needs, making real world connections and investing in our future: Shannon, rural school French teacher, Founder of non-profit STaRLT

Sep 08, 2025 31m

In this episode, we gain new perspectives and insights to the needs of our rural schools from Shannon, a rural school teacher in Georgia who founded the non-profit STaRLT. Shannon moved from an urban…

Teacher Tales #51 – Professional Learning, finding our strengths and team building: Michelle, professional learning provider, guide and wayfinder

Aug 09, 2025 30m

In this episode, we have the great pleasure of meeting Michelle, a dear friend and teacher guide on the side for so many. Michelle shares her very interesting story of how she became a teacher and…

Teacher Tales #50 – SEL, Impact and the Power of Read Alouds: Christine, elementary teacher and children’s book author

Jul 03, 2025 29m

In this episode, we have a delightful chat with Christine about her love of animals, reading and the impact her life experiences had on becoming the teacher, and now author, she is for children. Like…

Teacher Tales #49 – Authentic learning, immigrant family needs and community connections: Stephanie: regional T.O.Y., DLI teacher and reading advocate

Apr 12, 2025 32m

In this episode, we meet Stephanie who was just named the SCOLT regional teacher of the year. Stephanie’s story of being a first generation American born to immigrant parents from Argentina, of being…

Teacher Tales #48 – Sound, transitions and developing student executive function skills: Hayes, teacher, award-winning jazz musician and founder of Creative Sound Play

Jun 01, 2024 33m

In this episode, we will meet Hayes, a fascinating man of many talents…and sounds! As a jazz musician and film composer, Hayes understands the power that sound has on humans…and we are not talking…

Teacher Tales #47 – Student agency, spotlight learning, NUTS-SATS-TCOL strategies: Matt R, lucky teacher, mentor and expert in student-centered learning

Apr 18, 2024 36m

In this episode, we will have a truly inspiring conversation with Matt, an award-winning teacher in New Jersey whose enthusiasm and passion for teaching is contagious. Need a lift to rise up to your…

Teacher Tales #46 – The “perfect” teacher, erosion of trust, building a community: Ebony, Spanish teacher in Georgia

Mar 01, 2024 30m

In this episode, we meet Ebony, a Spanish teacher of color who gets real with us about what it is like to be a teacher post-pandemic and in a large metropolitan city in Georgia. Ebony reminds all…

Teacher Tales #45 – Reaching students, creating stories and setting pathways: Grant, college professor, PD podcaster and one who helps shape our profession

Aug 01, 2023 38m

In this episode, we will gain another perspective on education and be deeply inspired by yet another fabulous educator, this time from the post-secondary world. Grant is a college professor at…

Teacher Tales #44 – International curriculum, global citizenship and the power of “disruption” in education:  Brantley, East Asia Education Director Dwight Schools, fluent in Mandarin and education “disruptor”

Jul 01, 2023 34m

In this episode, we will gain great insight on education from an international perspective. My guest, Brantley, is the East Asia Education Director of Dwight Schools, and she shares with us the great…

Teacher Tales #43 – Uplifting words, no judgments, acknowledging our worth: Adrienne, English teacher, Senior Project Coordinator and supportive colleague

May 29, 2023 31m

In this episode, I have a personal conversation with Adrienne, a teacher who helped lift me up and kept me going when I was ready to quit and leave the profession. So many teachers are feeling this…

Teacher Tales #42 – Finding a way, showing up and making accommodations: JoAnne, ESL Bilingual District Supervisor, leader/mentor and educational champion for all

Apr 30, 2023 34m

In this episode, we meet JoAnne, a district supervisor in New Jersey who wears many hats. Originally, JoAnne set out to become a lawyer. However, after working in a refugee center in college, JoAnne…

Teacher Tales #41 – Teacher Talents, Seeing with the Heart and Passing It On!: Jennifer(Ivy), French teacher extraordinaire, Award-winning author and PASSionate educator

Apr 01, 2023 25m

In this episode, you are going to meet many people…well, at least it will feel like that because this individual, Jennifer (author name, Ivy), is a multi-talented, accomplished educator that…

Teacher Tales #40 – Impact, Legacy and Your Why: Tony, MS Mandarin teacher, successful businessman and committed dreamer

Mar 01, 2023 23m

In this episode, you will meet Tony, a middle school Mandarin teacher who once believed the most important thing he wanted to achieve in life was to pursue the “American dream” of success by going…

Teacher Tales #39: Red threads, sparks and impact – Mary, teacher, visionary, educational influencer

Jun 04, 2022 29m

In this episode, which comes just as teachers finish up what has proven to be one of the MOST difficult years in their careers, we present this opportunity to rekindle their SPARK in teaching. Meet…

Teacher Tales #38: Empathy, grace, modeling and leadership – Jana, teacher, principal, Associate Superintendent, consultant

May 07, 2022 51m

In this episode, we journey through the career and lessons of a very wise role model in education. Her name is Jana, and she shares with us how she “never” wanted to be a teacher like her mom. Well,…

Teacher Tales #37: Why Teachers Matter + the True Value of Teachers – Nilda, bilingual teacher of History and Spanish in Puerto Rico

Apr 09, 2022 54m

In this episode, Nilda, an inspiring teacher in Puerto Rico, is a great example of what the Spirit of Teaching is all about. Listen to her story and her powerful metaphors that capture the true heart…

Teacher Tales #36 – Counselors, mental health and SEL: Hannah, school counselor and advocate for mental health professional resources and support

Mar 12, 2022 45m

In this episode, we get to know Hannah, a multi-faceted and multi-talented educator and mental health professional. Hannah explains how she is a “third culture kid” as well as a product of a military…

Teacher Tales #35 – Teacher champions, vulnerability and inclusive education: Diane, educator, consultant and champion for inclusive education

Feb 12, 2022 42m

In this episode, we meet Diane, an educator and speech therapist who transitioned from the classroom to start her own company of consultants that has become a champion for children and inclusive…

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