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Welcome to the Teacher RockStar Podcast, a weekly podcast hosted by Steve Hiles where tips and strategies critical to the first-year teacher are discussed. We will be sharing the latest educational research and best practices with the new teacher that I wish I had learned during my teacher preparation program.
Welcome to the Teacher RockStar Podcast, a weekly podcast hosted by Steve Hiles where tips and strategies critical to the first-year teacher are discussed. We will be sharing the latest educational research and best practices with the new teacher that I wish I had learned during my teacher preparation program.
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4 days ago
4 days ago
You got hired as a new teacher - now what should you do next? In this episode of the Teacher RockStar Podcast, Steve Hiles shares the first 10 steps every new teacher should take after getting hired. Drawing from more than 20 years of military experience and 20 years in the classroom, Steve walks you through how to prepare for your first year with clarity, confidence, structure, and calm. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday May 20, 2026
How to Finish This School Year Without Losing Your Mind: #286
Wednesday May 20, 2026
Wednesday May 20, 2026
If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or wondering how to finish this school year without losing your mind, this episode is for you. I’ll walk you through three practical survival moves to help you simplify your teaching, protect your energy, regain control of your classroom, and finish the year with confidence. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday May 13, 2026
The 5-Second Trick That Silences Any Class: #285
Wednesday May 13, 2026
Wednesday May 13, 2026
Struggling to get your class quiet without yelling? In this episode, I share a simple 5-second classroom management strategy that works with any grade level. If you're a new teacher feeling overwhelmed, this technique will help you regain control fast—without stress, frustration, or raising your voice. 🎯 Get The Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday May 06, 2026
Stop Overplanning Lessons (Do This Instead): #284
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Wednesday May 06, 2026
Are you spending hours lesson planning but still falling behind? In this episode, I show you how to stop overplanning and use a flexible pacing system that actually works in real classrooms. If you’re a K-12 teacher feeling overwhelmed, this is for you. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.
