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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 Apr 22, 2026
First Year Teacher Burnout (Avoid These 5 Mistakes): #282
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
If you're dealing with first year teacher burnout, these are the exact mistakes you need to avoid before it drains your energy and passion. In this episode, you’ll discover the 5 biggest traps new teachers fall into and how to stay in control from day one. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, this will help you reset and thrive. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
First-Year Teacher Tips: Stop Student Misbehavior: #281
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
Wednesday Apr 15, 2026
First Year Teacher Tips: Stop Student Misbehavior—because if it feels like your classroom is one step away from chaos, you’re not alone, and you’re definitely not stuck there. In this video, I walk you through simple, real-world strategies you can start using immediately to prevent misbehavior before it even begins—no yelling, no power struggles, no burnout. For Teaching tips and strategies, Download my free The Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
First-Year Teacher Tips: What NOT to Do: #280
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Student misbehavior isn’t random—it’s a result of unclear expectations, inconsistent follow-through, and weak systems. If your classroom feels out of control, this episode explains how to fix it fast using the same principles that work in high-pressure leadership environments. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.

Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
First-Year Teacher Tips: 3 Discipline Strategies: #279
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
Struggling with classroom management and student behavior? In this episode, I’ll walk you through three proven classroom discipline systems that can transform your classroom and create a more focused, positive learning environment. These simple, effective behavior management strategies are designed for real classrooms and can be implemented right away. Download my free Ultimate Handbook for New Teachers.
