345: How to Be a Light for Christ in the Public School (without Breaking the Law!)

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/348 Sometimes the classroom management plan we started with isn't working quite so well anymore. Maybe it has been a few years since you wrote it, or circumstances have changed in your classroom. Listen in as Linda shares her tips for tweaking your classroom management plan so it works for you and your classroom! 00:00 Introduction to Classroom Management Challenges 01:47 The Importance of Having a Classroom Management Plan 04:14 Identifying Areas for Adjustment 06:58 The ISDI Process for Adjusting Plans 13:09 Implementing Changes and Consistency in Management 19:14 Teaching Procedures Effectively 19:48 Introducing the Smooth Running Classroom Program Resources/Links Mentioned: Podcast Episode Mentioned: How to Teach Procedures that Your Students Will Actually Follow: https://youtu.be/-EzltKTeAvY?si=xGVcoromOHfBjtBZ Your Smooth Running Class: https://teach4theheart.com/classroom-management-plan/ If you liked this episode, check out our Procedures Playlist at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqOa5heLXggce1-f6l1tbmkaVkmWr1EWu&si=J-AzfJzl08Ml4Eqv

Was last year just a bit too chaotic? Do you wish you could reduce the disruptions? Join us this summer in Your Smooth-Running Class, a 4-week program that will help you clarify your expectations, implement good procedures, and plan your responses so you can confidently address misbehavior and create a respectful, smooth-running class. Get all the info & sign up at www.teach4theheart.com/smooth.

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/347  Does teaching leave you overwhelmed and burnt out? Are you tired of self-care being the answer everyone gives you? Listen as Linda shares why self-care only helps at a surface level, and points toward what will really bring healing and hope. 00:00 The Limitations of Self-Care 06:02 The Importance of Soul Care 14:48 Changing Habits for Better Outcomes Resources/Links Mentioned: Join Dordt University this summer for an online graduate course called “Emerging Technology”: http://dordt.edu/emerging-technology  Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney: https://teach4theheart.com/whitneyprayingthebible  Free Training: 5 Time-Saving Practices to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed: teach4theheart.com/savetime  Hope Renewed: http://teach4theheart.com/hoperenewed  If you liked this episode, check out episode 87 The Simple (But Uncommon) Solution to Your Teacher Stress & Anxiety at https://teach4theheart.com/the-simple-but-uncommon-solution-to-your-teacher-stress-anxiety/ 

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/346 Disrespectful students can be challenging to even the best teachers. So how do we handle them with grace while also maintaining our authority? Listen in as Linda shares strategies for dealing with disrespect in the classroom. 00:00 Navigating Disrespect in the Classroom 04:37 Our Identity as Teachers 12:05 Practical Strategies for Addressing Disrespect 18:38 Empowering Students Through Repentence Resources/Links Mentioned: Pocket Phrases: http://teach4theheart.com/310 CM 101: http://teach4theheart.com/cm101 If you liked this episode, check out episode 41 10 Classroom Management Changes to Make Right Now at https://teach4theheart.com/10-keys-to-a-controlled-effective-classroom/

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/345  Do you ever wonder what you can legally say about faith and religion as a teacher in a public school? How can you be an ambassador for the kingdom and honor the authorities God has put over you? Listen as Linda talks with Heather Kohnen from Christian Educators about your rights and how God can use you in a public school. Resources/Links Mentioned: Pray + Plan Planner by Teach 4 The Heart: http://teach4theheart.com/planner  Christian Educators: https://christianeducators.org/teach4theheart/  Religious Liberties in Public Schools: https://christianeducators.org/resourcecenter/religious-liberties-in-public-schools/  Awake: http://christianeducators.org/awake  Don't Get Fired...Thrive: https://christianeducators.org/resourcecenter/dont-get-fired-thrive/     

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/344 Have you ever heard the saying "Work as if it all depends on you; pray as if it all depends on God"? While this may sound true, it might not be the right way to view our work. Listen in as Linda unpacks why this idea doesn't make us better teachers, and how to view hard work biblically. 00:00 Introduction to the Teaching Journey 01:22 The Tension Between Work and Prayer 04:32 Understanding the Dichotomy of Work and Faith 06:50 Integrating Prayer and Work 10:01 Releasing Stress 10:44 Letting Our Minds Rest 13:57 Approaching Work with Thankful Expectation Resources/Links Mentioned: Hope Renewed: http://teach4theheart.com/hoperenewed If you liked this episode, check out episode 170 4 Time-Management Strategies that Will Reduce Stress Right Away at https://teach4theheart.com/time-management-strategies/

Lament is the means God gives us to navigate suffering and trials--but how do we engage with God through lament as teachers? How does lament set us up for healing? Listen in as we talk about how lament can help us navigate difficulties and griefs both large and small. Get notes + links at http://teach4theheart.com/343

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/342 Sitting through a class period can be hard for students. Getting up and moving around too much can be distracting. How do you get your class to stay seated? Linda shares in this episode some classroom management help for your class that wants to move. Resources/Links Mentioned: Consequence Ideas For Every Classroom : https://teach4theheart.com/consequences Shake-Up Your Classroom Management Plan: http://teach4theheart.com/podcast3 Ideas to add movement to classroom: : http://teach4theheart.com/worksheets Classroom Management 101: http://teach4theheart.com/cm101 If you liked this episode, check out episode 326 How to Manage Constant Chatter in Your Classroom at https://teach4theheart.com/326    

Pre-order your Pray & Plan planner at www.teach4theheart.com/planner Pray & Plan is a planner that helps Christian teachers prioritize what matters most - at home, at school, and in their spiritual walk! Get all the details & pre-order yours today at www.teach4theheart.com/planner. 

LEARN MORE at http://teach4theheart.com/341  Finding balance as a teacher can be so hard. But there are teachers thriving out there! Listen in as Linda shares easy but powerful habits you can cultivate to save time and simplify your schedule right now! 00:00 Introduction to Intentional Planning 01:51 1. Pray Over How We Spend Our Time 03:15 2. Strategically Schedule Work Time 04:39 3. Plan Weekly To-Dos with Intentionality 07:12 4. Prioritize Daily Tasks 09:22 5. Regularly Reevaluate To-Do Lists 11:45 6. Develop Good Habits 13:20 7. Color Code for Efficient Planning 14:27 Recap + Extra Resources Resources mentioned: Planner: http://teach4theheart.com/planner  Planner Reveal Party: http://teach4theheart.com/party  4T System: https://teach4theheart.com/tame-to-do-list-teacher/  If you liked this episode, check out our Answers series where we share responses to questions on classroom, management, balance, and more! https://teach4theheart.com/answers/