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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.
Episodes

Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Strategies to Support English Learners #251
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
Wednesday Sep 17, 2025
In this episode, my guest Joel Unruh shares practical strategies to support English Learners (EL) in the classroom. Discover effective teaching tips to build confidence, improve communication, and help EL students succeed academically and socially. Perfect for teachers looking to create inclusive learning environments. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3w5ifg3
You can contact Joel Unruh here: effectiveeducationalconsulting@gmail.com
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Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Permission Not to Know it All: #250
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Feeling pressure to know it all as a new teacher? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share practical strategies to release the stress of permission not to know it all. Learn how to model curiosity, connect with students, and create a sustainable classroom culture. Perfect for first-year teachers seeking realistic classroom management tips and confidence-building strategies. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter.
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Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
How Handwriting Impacts a Child's Confidence: #249
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
In this episode, I interviewed handwriting expert Holly Britton to discuss how handwriting impacts a child’s confidence in the classroom. We break down why handwriting struggles affect participation, self-esteem, and learning, and share practical strategies first-year and early career teachers can use to better support their students. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Let’s fix this! Book a Free 60-Minute Coaching Call.

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Stop Making This One Mistake: #248
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Are you a first-year teacher trying to do it all—and fast? In this episode, "Stop Making This One Mistake," Steve breaks down the number one trap new teachers fall into: overplanning, overcommitting, and overdoing. If you're a new or early career teacher looking to create balance, build confidence, and set realistic expectations, this episode is for you. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter.
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