Teacher RockStar Podcast

How Do I Stop Working 70-Hours a Week: #261

In this episode of the Teacher RockStar Podcast, I dive into a question every teacher’s asked at some point: How do I stop working 70 hours a week? You’ll discover practical, no-fluff strategies to cut your workload in half—without letting your classroom slip. First-year teachers, are you stressed and overwhelmed with classroom management? Let’s fix this! Enrollment now open for our Strong Bonds Teaching Program.

How to Handle Students Who Refuse to Work: #260

In this episode, How to Handle Students Who Refuse to Work, veteran educator Steve Hiles shares three powerful, classroom-tested strategies to help you turn student refusal into participation. You’ll learn how to uncover the real reason behind a student’s resistance, how to use small wins to build motivation, and how to shift the power dynamic so students take ownership of their learning.

First-year teachers, are you stressed and overwhelmed with classroom management? Let’s fix this! Enrollment now open for our Strong Bonds Teaching Program.

End Student Chaos Fast—Fix It in 5 Days: #259

Facing a disruptive student? In this episode, I share 6 proven strategies (connection, subtle cues, behavior games, contracts, and positive peer reporting) that first-year teachers can use to defuse tension and regain control. Backed by research, these tactics aim to reduce interruptions and boost instructional time.

 First-year teachers, are you stressed and overwhelmed with classroom management? Let’s fix this! Book a Free 60-Minute Coaching Call.

What Your Teaching Outfit Says Before You Speak: #258

What if your outfit is sabotaging your classroom before you even say a word? In this episode, we’re diving into what your teaching outfit says before you speak. We discuss teacher dress code mistakes that first-year teachers make—and how the right clothing choices can actually boost your authority, classroom management, and confidence.

First-year teachers, are you stressed and overwhelmed with classroom management? Let’s fix this! Book a Free 60-Minute Coaching Call.