How To Not Suck At Teaching

I speak with one of my best friends and an amazing elementary educator, Juan Jimenez. Juan shares his insights into getting students talking more in the classroom. He has some great strategies and resources you don't want to miss this one! Catch me on Twitter or Instagram at MrMarinoTeacher or send questions/comments to howtonotsuckatteaching@gmail.com. Subscribe and Review!

Testing season is here! Let's chat about how to prepare students for the dreaded state test, while at the same time not compromising the authentic educational experiences that shape our practice. Feel free to reach out to me through email at howtonotsuckatteaching@gmail.com or instagram/twitter: MrMarinoTeacher. If you enjoy the show please leave a review and subscribe. Resources: problem-attic.com Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades

I speak with Steven Singer author of Gadlfy on the Wall- A public school teacher speaks out on racism and reform. We speak about school shootings, charter schools, privatization, and more. If you would like to support the show please leave a review and subscribe.   Instagram/Twitter: MrMarinoTeacher Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades  

Sometimes we can be too nice as educators, allowing students to walk all over us as we make excuses for their behavior. Instead, let's practice being kind by teaching them how to improve and overcome challenges and improve habits that hold them back. Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades Instagram and Twitter: MrMarinoTeacher

Zaire sat down with me to discuss his public education experience and how it did and did not prepare him for college. Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades Instagram: MrMarinoTeacher Twitter: @MrMarinoTeacher

In Part 2 of How to Teach Writing we look at principles 4-6: Use data & rubrics Work on the small parts in conferencing Peer work and tutoring (post sample parts ask students why was this good? what stands out? How can it improve? etc.) If you like the show please leave a review and subscribe. Instagram and Twitter: MrMarinoTeacher Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades

Teacher burn out is real. As educators we take on so many responsibilities and our love of helping children grow is often taken advantage of. In addition to the passion, the tireless work, and the innovation in the classroom, I see so much stress, anxiety, and mental health imbalance in so many fellow educators. Today, I speak to an expert in self-care. Krystal Reddick was an educator for many years. She was a former colleague of mine and someone who has helped me find more balance and self-care in my life as an educator. Her business is called "Total Life Care Coaching" and you can find her on Instagram by the same name. As always thanks for listening, and if you enjoy the show please subscribe and leave a review. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did.    Twitter: @MrMarinoTeacher Instagram: mrmarinoteacher Music Credit: Jack! of all Trades

The most revolutionary invention was writing. Sure it's debatable. Maybe agriculture or the internet was more important, but writing has allowed us to immortalize ourselves. Writing was first developed, as far as we know, by the ancient Sumerians, who called it Cuneiform. Their writing started as a way to keep track of food surplus and supplies. Over 4,000 years later the leader of the free world sends out tweets mocking celebrities that can reach every human on the planet no matter where they are…. Nevertheless, teaching writing can be the most frustrating and the most rewarding thing at any level.   Main Points   Step by step process with examples Intro, Body, Conclusion Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Setting, Character development, Dialogue, Climax, Conclusion Explain problem, explain variables, explain solution Give examples: Students identify what they notice about how the examples do these things (revist this throughout the year) Have a poster to reference all year (cover during assessments) P

Episode 6 of "How to not Suck at Teaching" is about writing learning objectives. Plan a coherent, specific, and challenging goal for students. Thanks for listening and, and if you'd like to support the show, please leave a review on iTunes, and send questions/feedback to HowToNotSuckAtTeaching@gmail.com or on twitter @MrMarinoTeacher . Enjoy!

I speak with a former student of mine, Alaya Shearman. Alaya was one of the hardest working students I've encountered in my career. Our conversation focused on her experiences as a learner, how the public education system in NY prepared her for college, how certain teachers made a difference for her, her idea of an ideal classroom environment, and advice to new teachers. Alaya is an eloquent and hard-working young woman, and I am grateful to have her on today.  To support the show please leave a review. Twitter/Instagram: MrMarinoTeacher Intro/Outro music: Jack! of All trades

In this episode, Mr. Marino tackles the idea of differentiating instruction. How do you teach students at a variety of levels of mastery? 1. Gather Data 2. Determine Accommodations 3. Organize Time and Space If you like the show please leave a review. Send any questions to howtonotsuckatteaching@gmail.com or reach me on twitter @MrMarinoTeacher    Intro and Outro music Credit: Jack! of All Trades

In this episode, Mr. Marino discusses scaffolding. How to build the training wheels that can help students meet objectives. 1. Do the assignment yourself 2. I do, we do, you do 3. Criteria for success. If you like the show please leave a review and feel free to reach out at howtonotsuckatteaching@gmail.com or on twitter at @MrMarinoTeacher or instagram mr_marino_teacher Intro/Outro music credit: Jack! of all Trades

In the second episode of How to not Suck at Teaching, Mr. Marino discusses how to create engaging lessons without falling into the trap of "edutainment." Intro and Outro music Credit: Jack! of All Trades   Thanks for listening and, and if you'd like to support the show, please leave a review on iTunes, and send questions/feedback to HowToNotSuckAtTeaching@gmail.com or on twitter @MrMarinoTeacher Instagram: mr_marino_teacher

This episode of "How to not suck at teaching" is about classroom management. How to get students to do what you want them to do. This is especially useful for new teachers, but as always any teacher, parent, or learner can benefit from knowing how to create the optimal learning environment. Thanks for listening and, and if you'd like to support the show, please leave a review on iTunes, and send questions/feedback to HowToNotSuckAtTeaching@gmail.com or on twitter @MrMarinoTeacher Intro and Outro music Credit: Jack! of All Trades

This is an introduction to what this podcast is all about. This show is based on my own principles and strategies for teaching and learning. We will explore a wide range of topics including classroom management, scaffolding, differentiation, engaging lessons, working with co-teachers, and so much more. Additionally, we will have former students on to discuss their experiences in education, other teachers and school leaders, and other professionals related to education. This podcast is not just for new teachers. I intend to contribute to a movement of dedicated educators who are already sharing ideas, collaborating, and trying to create an educational revolution to take humans to a new level in the 21st century.