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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.
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Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
In this episode, I dive into classroom discipline strategies every first-year teacher needs to know. We explore how to match consequences to the severity of student misbehavior, when it’s actually smarter to ignore minor classroom disruptions, and why humiliation destroys trust and damages student-teacher relationships. I also share personal classroom stories and practical discipline tips for new teachers that will help you handle behavior issues with confidence and build a positive learning environment from day one. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter.
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Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Struggling to create the perfect Pinterest classroom? In this episode, I talk about why Pinterest classrooms don’t work for first-year teachers and how to set up a classroom that actually supports routines, management, and learning. Learn practical classroom organization tips, first-year teacher advice, and real strategies to build a functional, stress-free classroom environment. Sign up for our newsletter.
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Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
In this episode I talk about how to master the first 10 minutes of class and set the tone for success as a first-year teacher. Discover practical classroom management strategies, routines, and tone-setting techniques that boost engagement and reduce disruptions. Perfect for first-year teachers looking to start strong, confidently manage students, and create a positive classroom culture.
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Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
In this episode Steve discusses how to organize our classroom step by step. Transform your classroom in minutes with clever organization hacks and step-by-step tips every teacher craves. From supply zones to tidy desks, discover how classroom cleaning and smart layout boost learning, cut stress, and save time. 📩 Sign-up for our weekly newsletter.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed? Let’s fix this! Book a Free 60-Minute Coaching Call.